Creating Hero Mode was a nostalgic journey into the golden era of 90s video games. The concept began with the idea of capturing the feeling of being a kid, holding a chunky handheld console and diving into epic pixelated adventures. The hero, depicted in mid-action with a raised sword, represents that inner courage we all summoned when facing final bosses on screen. Every element—from the neon grass to the purple pixel trees—was chosen to mirror the intense yet magical atmosphere of old-school fantasy games. The artwork was carefully constructed using pixel art techniques to maintain authenticity, with a glowing handheld console as the portal between the real and game worlds. The sunset and flying birds add a cinematic flair, symbolizing hope and freedom. The team focused on blending glitchy digital aesthetics with classic heroic imagery, aiming to evoke not just visual nostalgia, but also the emotional thrill of entering “Hero Mode” both in-game and in life.