It's not that hard to guess? Just make realistic art? Grounded in reality things? Sci-Fi with realistic materials etc etc, the rest is just sci-fi or fantasy dressing.
I think the bigger issue is that some people looking for jobs may be applying too broadly. I agree that you should only make art that you like making: be it DOTA, Blizz-like, or realistic. The problem is showing art to studios that do not match the styles you like to make. My suggestion is limit who you show your work to.…
Oddly no. That would be a nice change of pace. I think the issue there is that most schools teach that 'next gen' is realistic and 'stylized' is hand painted only. That's flat out wrong. I would gladly consider 'super next gen' stylized portfolios.