Cathodemer

Cathodemer (STEAM KEY)

Cathodemer is a real-time video production instrument simulating vintage CRT displays, allowing users to create and manipulate video effects, animations, and color synthesis. Controlled via MIDI and audio, it outputs to projectors or files, echoing the creative possibilities of 70's and 80's analog video systems.

Cathodemer

Release date

08 Sep, 2017

Publisher/Developer

Joel Kivelä

Reviews

Steam: 87.86% positive (123/140)
Metacritic: -

Cathodemer

Step into the nostalgic world of Cathodemer, a real-time video production instrument that pays homage to the analog/digital hybrid video computing systems of the 70's and 80's. Relive the era of captivating commercial animations, iconic production logos, and unforgettable music videos, all characterized by their warm and organic visuals, distinctly different from today’s sterile digital output.

Cathodemer allows users to explore analog-style RGB signal oscillation synthesis, combining input source mixing and manipulation with recursive color shape synthesis. The game features a powerful sprite animation engine and a variety of classic video effects, enabling you to create stunning visuals reminiscent of traditional broadcast techniques.

With comprehensive MIDI and audio input control, you can playfully manipulate video effects in real-time, much like an expressive musical instrument. The versatile video output options let you project visuals to a video projector, render them into files, or route them to other video applications via frame sharing. Dive into the analog world of Cathodemer and unleash your creativity through captivating video art.