Remember the Where's Waldo books you loved as a kid? Now you can play the high-tech, ultra-modern version with Google Earth!
Where On Earth Is Waldo? is the creation of Melanie Cole, a Media Art student who came up with the idea for her graduation project.
The glasses-clad, lanky geek in the striped white and red tee, matching hat (complete with pom-pom), jeans and his trust cane has been painted on Vancouver, BC rooftops, creating a larger-than-life game of Where's Waldo!
The final project will be shown as part of the Emily Carr Graduation Exhibit 08 in May.
What's Driving This Trend
- High-tech Location-based Games
- Creating interactive games that utilize advanced technology and real-world locations, such as Google Earth, for a more immersive gaming experience.
- Revival of Classic Games
- Updating and modernizing beloved classic games, like Where's Waldo, using innovative platforms and technologies for a new generation of players.
- Artistic Integration in Gaming
- Incorporating art and design elements into gaming experiences, blending virtual and physical worlds for a visually immersive and creative gameplay.
Who This Affects Most
- Gaming
- The gaming industry can leverage location-based games to attract a broader audience and create unique gaming experiences that blur the lines between virtual and real worlds.
- Technology
- Technological advancements in gaming can enable the development of more interactive and immersive gameplay experiences, enhancing user engagement and enjoyment.
- Education and Entertainment
- The fusion of classic games and cutting-edge technologies can be applied in educational settings to make learning more interactive and entertaining, merging traditional teaching methods with gamification.
