Everly Heights is built around the concept of nostalgia, and specifically nostalgia for the 1990s. I’m also a longtime computer nerd, so I have  a rich history in old software like ZZT.

Hence, I’ve built a couple new LoRAs based on the aesthetics of classic 90s software for budding creatives.

Epic ZZT Ultra XL

Boot up retro DOS gaming nostalgia with EPIC ZZT ULTRA XL!

Create retro video game screenshots (with or without yellow boarders) using our EPIC ZZT ULTRA XL LoRA model for Stable Diffusion, inspired by the timeless charm of the classic DOS game creation system ZZT by Epic MegaGames. For those who grew up exploring the endless possibilities of ZZT’s world editor and thriving community, this model is a nostalgic journey back to your roots as a game creator and player. For those who didn’t, this LoRA will let you make authentic-ish ZZT screenshots that look like you just downloaded a fresh ZZT world off AOL. Created for our upcoming sitcom Zoo of Zero Tolerance.

Features:

🕹 Authentic MS-DOS ASCII Art Style: Relive the classic look of ZZT with its iconic ASCII character graphics, capturing the unique aesthetic that defined early 90s DOS gaming.

🛠 A ZZT World Creator: Just like the original ZZT, our model empowers you to create intricate game worlds, filled with characters, full screen graphics, and adventures limited only by your imagination. No ZZT-OOP required!

🎨 Community Spirit: A Stable Diffusion LoRA model created with the original ZZT community in mind, a group that has always embraced new tools to embrace creativity and innovation with limitations.

🌍 Nostalgic Adventures: Recreate beloved scenarios and characters, or invent entirely new ones, drawing inspiration from the classic worlds like “Town of ZZT,” “Weirdness,” and “Mario Bros. v2.0 by Bill Meeks.”

Why You’ll Love It:

  • Creative Freedom: ZZT was renowned for its powerful yet accessible game editor, and EPIC ZZT ULTRA XL brings this freedom into the modern age, allowing you to create complex game worlds without running into ZZT’s known memory limitations.
  • Retro Gaming Nostalgia: Whether you’re a veteran of the original ZZT scene or a new fan of retro games, this model lets you experience the charm and challenge of early DOS gaming.

Join the Adventure Today!

Embrace the spirit of innovation and creativity that made ZZT a cornerstone of early PC gaming. Whether you’re recreating the classics, or forging new paths, EPIC ZZT ULTRA XL is your hidden passage to the nostalgic world of text-based gaming.

3D Movie Maker XL

Relive Your Childhood with the 3D Movie Maker LoRA for SDXL!

Step back into the vibrant, playful world of your childhood with our Stable Diffusion LoRA model inspired by the iconic Microsoft 3D Movie Maker. Whether you’re an animator, a nostalgic artist, or simply a fan of retro software, this model will help you generate images in the same style as one of the most popular consumer-facing 3D tools of the 1990s!

Features:

🎥 Authentic retro 3D Animation Style: Capture the essence of 90s 3D animation with low-poly models and bright, bold colors that pop off the screen.

📺 Nostalgic Nickelodeon Vibes: Recreate the whimsical, humorous characters and scenarios that made the Nickelodeon version a favorite among kids and teens.

🐰 Diverse Characters: From quirky aliens and anthropomorphic animals to fantastical creatures and expressive humans, you’ll have a wide array of characters at your fingertips to bring your stories to life just like you did back in the day.

📽 Revive Classic Scenes: Recreate your favorite scenes or invent entirely new ones with the familiar aesthetic that only 3D Movie Maker fans will recognize and appreciate.

Bring a piece of animation history into your digital toolkit. Embrace the nostalgia and start creating with the 3D Movie Maker LoRA for SDXL!

Both LoRAs are “pay-what-you-want,” or you can download them for free from CivitAI.

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