Pixel-Powered StorytellingBuilding a Retro 8-Bit Portfolio Without Code

Branding

Website Design

UI/UX

Website Development

TIMELINE

February 2025

LIVE SITE

TheForceMedia.com

ROLE

Website Designer‍

CLIENT

The Force Media

PROBLEM

GoDaddy’s Website Builder limits creative flexibility, making it challenging to build unique, visually engaging portfolios.

SOLUTION

Designed a custom 8-bit-inspired portfolio with pixel graphics and interactive embeds, pushing the platform’s creative boundaries.

The Process

Design Approach

Deliverables

Impact

Gallery

website

Design Approach

Retro Color Palette

A mix of primary and secondary colors with vibrant pops enhances the 8-bit aesthetic.

Interactive Experience

Users press "Enter" to start, revealing pixel-art navigation icons and a speech bubble intro.

Immersive UI

Custom pixel-art icons, file folder navigation, and a scrolling black background reinforce the arcade feel.

Structured Layout

Seven organized pages cover Video Games, Comic Books, Media & PR, Contact, Bio, and Shop.

Typography & Effects

Press Start 2P for headings, VT323 for body text, Lato for GoDaddy internal use —plus custom animations and hover effects.

Major Thomás Spotlight

A pre-order button, press release, testimonials, pixel-art Vimeo embed, and promo video.

Primary Color Palette

Black

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White

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Grey

#474646

Secondary Color Palette

Sky Blue

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Pale Yellow

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Cherry Red

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Soft Purple

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Golden Yellow

#fcbb06

Typography

Press start 2P

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VT23

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Lato

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The Force Media Portfolio

Deliverables & Impact

Designed a fully immersive 7-page website featuring a retro 8-bit sci-fi theme, integrating pixel-art UI elements (icons, buttons, banners).

Boosted engagement by requiring intentional user interaction from the start, leveraging an interactive command-prompt-inspired entry screen and embedded scrolling/glowing text animations.

Strengthened brand identity with a cohesive visual language and interactive design elements, creating a seamless experience that matched the storytelling tone.

Integrated promotional materials for Major Thomas, including pre-order links and a teaser video, enhancing marketing effectiveness.

Transformed a limited platform into a highly immersive, brand-aligned experience, improving usability and content presentation.

Ensured mobile optimization, delivering a smooth, responsive experience across all devices.

Established a scalable foundation, allowing for easy content updates and future project showcases.

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Interactive GAllery

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