Abstract: A video game system operable to create a customized 3-D game character in a game space is disclosed. The video game system includes a converter and a game device. The converter is operable to convert an image of an individual into a file having three-dimensional information representing a physical likeness of the individual. The game device includes an input port and a processor. The input port is operable to receive the file regarding the physical likeness of the individual. The processor is operable to run a video game program for a game. The processor is also adapted to create the customized 3-D game character with the information from the file and generate a display signal including information regarding the customized 3-D game character whereby the customized 3-D game character resembles the individual shown in the image.