8bit16bit

8bit16bit is a collective or individual known within certain digital art and electronic music communities. Their work often draws inspiration from the aesthetics and technical limitations of 8-bit and 16-bit era video games and computing. This can manifest in visual art through pixel art styles, chiptune music using synthesized sounds reminiscent of early game consoles, or a combination of both.

The name itself, "8bit16bit," directly references the bit depth of processors and graphics capabilities prevalent in the 1980s and early 1990s. Artists and musicians adopting this moniker or style typically aim to evoke a sense of nostalgia or to explore the creative possibilities within these older technological constraints. This often involves using limited color palettes, simple geometric shapes, and melodic structures that were characteristic of the era.

While specific details about the origin or identity of "8bit16bit" can be elusive, their output is generally found on platforms like Bandcamp, SoundCloud, or social media channels dedicated to indie game development, demoscene, and retro-inspired digital art. Their contributions are part of a broader movement that celebrates and reinterprets the digital culture of past decades, finding new artistic merit in what was once considered obsolete technology.