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Google Maps Introduces 8-Bit Quest Maps

Posted by samzenpus on from the believe-it-or-not dept.

AbsoluteXyro writes "Today users of Google Maps will notice a new mapping option — 'Quest' — alongside the usual 'Map' and 'Satellite' views. Quest view renders the planet in a retro 8-bit fantasy video game style, including renders of famous landmarks such as the White House and the Eiffel Tower. Even Pegman gets in on the game, now taking on the appearance of a sword wielding 8-bit adventurer, allowing you to witness Street View through 8-bit eyes. Basically, imagine a fully functioning Google Maps on an NES."

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  1. really beautiful but by drinkypoo · · Score: 4, Funny

    I was hoping that Street View would be a top down RPG. Google knows where the signs are so you could walk up to signs and press a button to see them...

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  2. Ah, Dragon Quest by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 4, Funny

    I loved that game. Brings back memories.

    When I use these new Google services, will I be interrupted with a message reading, "A COOKIE DRAWS NEAR....."?

  3. Most Importantly! by Cramit · · Score: 5, Funny

    Do the directions travel times for different routes include estimates for delays due to random encounters?

  4. You should... by Ihmhi · · Score: 5, Funny

    ...be able to go to Redmond or Cupertino and have to fight enemies in an RPG-style battle.

    "TURTLENECK SLIME attacks with HIPSTER BEAM!"

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  5. Walkthrough by sixtyeight · · Score: 4, Funny

    If anyone has a walkthrough for Iowa, please post a link to it here.

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