Stylistic Effect
From a design perspective, pixelation can be used intentionally to give a video a retro, 8-bit video game aesthetic, or to create suspense by intentionally hiding an object from the viewer.
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From a design perspective, pixelation can be used intentionally to give a video a retro, 8-bit video game aesthetic, or to create suspense by intentionally hiding an object from the viewer.
Pixelating copyrighted logos, trademarked brand names, or artwork prevents potential legal disputes, copyright strikes, or intellectual property infringements when using the footage commercially.