Some experiments in creating a simplified, somewhat retro look in 3D.

Inspired by a graphic by Art Kaede

Mamenakama by Mind Wave. Recreation of a specific image I can't seen to find anymore.

Potehamu by San-x

It took a few tries but I really like how the lighting in this and the one above it came out and will probably do it again sometime. It's deceptively simple:

Diffuse shader > Shader to RGB > Color ramp to pick the colours of the highlight and shadow, adjust to look more contrasty. One point light, rendered in eevee.