At Humans in Games, we recommend Mike Mattesi’s FORCE Drawing books because they provide a powerful foundation for understanding movement, weight, and energy in character work, which are critical skills in game development. The FORCE method helps artists create characters that feel alive and readable in motion, improving animation, character design, and visual storytelling across gameplay and cinematics. These principles align closely with the real production needs of games, making Mattesi’s books a practical and valuable resource for artists looking to strengthen the expressive quality of their work.