# Simplistic Digitized Super Heroes These Super Hero Illustrations Go Back to Basics By Lacey-Jane Walsh | Published 2013-06-04 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-hero1 References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/358130/Well-Known-Superheroes-Illustrated-In-Pixelated-8-Bit-Style/) Super hero fans will thoroughly enjoy these 8-bit syle super heroes created by Turkish artist Ercan Akkaya. These old school video game style super heroes include all of the big names from Marvel and DC Comics. From Superman and Batman to Thor and Iron Man, Akkaya transforms these heroes into amusing little 8-bit characters. The idea behind this project was to go back to basics with all of our favorite super heroes. There have been so many box office hits about super heroes over the past few years that illustrator Ercan Akkaya decided it was time to strip down these crime fighters. These cute 8-bit hero illustrations shine an old school light on the comic world's most famous super hero figures. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Simplistic Superhero Designs:** Illustrating popular superheroes in a simplistic 8-bit design style. - **Nostalgic Graphics:** Nostalgic video game aesthetic incorporated into superhero design. - **Back to Basics Illustrations:** Simplistic illustrations of popular superheroes designed to cut through the Hollywood noise. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Comic Books & Graphic Novels:** Opportunity to create a wholly unique line of comics utilizing minimalist design. - **Video Games:** Incorporate the popular 8-bit design style into new games or classic remakes. - **Animation:** Create animated series or films using 8-bit style superheroes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Superhero-Themed DIY Art Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jim-lee-batman.md) - [Comic-Themed Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-heroes-vs-villains.md) - [Comic Book Hero Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros.md) - [Classic Superhero-Inspired Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-hungry-for-heroes.md) - [Reimagined Beloved Character Comics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marvel-and-disney.md) - [80s-Inspired 16-Bit Display Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/16bit-display.md) - [Comic-Themed RPG Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jam-city.md) - [Comic Book Character Cereals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dc-strong-berry-capn-crunch.md) - [Healthy Superhero-Themed Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/too-yumm.md)