Getting an isometric projection view
We have emphasized that the isometric projection gives a 2.5D- or 3D-like feeling. So what are the differences between a full 3D camera view and isometric view? It is often a good option to demonstrate isometric projection with a perfect cube.
In 3D perspective projection, objects have vanishing points and while they are moving, the lines and shapes keep changing.
In isometric projection, objects do not have vanishing points. The shapes and lines of the objects do not change while they are moving.
Isometric coordination
The world map is divided into a set of small pieces in games with tile-based geometry. These ...
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