Hey guys. I'm wondering about something. Do you guys consider video game snapshots as an art?

Well, at least I think so. Some games, like The Sims 2 for an example offers a great environment for those photographers wannabe chance to pose their characters and capture the beauty of the game into a single scene. Sims 2 allows us to directs sims to do things our way, and doing the pose we want. It's like a photographer directing their models dont you think so?

I also love Oblivion and use it for the same purpose. The sceneries in the game are breathtaking and with the right mods and tools, beautiful stills can be made.

So, I'm wondering what are your opinion about these video game arts? Would you consider it as a legitimate art?

Here are some samples of snapshots I've taken using Sims 2 and Oblivion:
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On some unrelated news, I've started to build my RPG game using RPG Maker XP and it's currently in version Alpha 0.03g. Nobody has reported a bug so far, so I might proceed to version Alpha 0.04. Anyone else who wanna try it can go here: [link]

I'm also needs good japan tv series recommendations. Currently I'm downloading Brother Beat (which is a really heartwarming, refreshing series) and Nobuto wo Produce (still haven't watch these), and I need new series after they are finished. Your suggestion would be greatly appreciated.

Below are the list of series I've watched an enjoyed, so you might have some idea what I might like.

Great Teacher Onizuka
Gokusen
Long Vacation
Beautiful Life
Power Office Girls
Anchor Woman
Dragon Zakura
Brother Beat

Keep those suggestions coming you guys!