# Precious Pixelated Subways The Stockholm Metro Creates an 8-Bit Train Station By Susan Keefe | Published 2011-11-01 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stockholm-metro1 References: [holykaw.alltop](http://holykaw.alltop.com/8-bit-metro-station-video) & [emulate-su.livejournal](http://emulate-su.livejournal.com/504166.html) The always creative Stockholm metro has created yet another eye-popping station and this time they paid homage to the highly addictive [arcade games of yesteryears](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-plug-play-systems). If you still think Space Invaders is the bee's knees you'll absolutely adore the transformation a metro station in Thorildsplan underwent. The project was headed by artist Lars Arrhenius and features all your 8-bit favorites from Mario to the Pacman. [Lovers of all things pixelated](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-mirror) are sure to swoon over this arcade homage. Each turn around this predominantly turquoise transportation jungle reveals yet another familiar video game feature you haven't seen since your [NES](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-gaming-box) gave up the ghost back in the late 80s. Since its unveiling of the 8-bit metro station, the Stockholm metro has received a flood of positive feedback. The Finnish band Madcraft created an entire music video centered around rudimentary digital designs. Breaking all the high scores for style and nostalgia, the 8-bit metro station is a vintage gamer's dream come true. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Gaming:** Create immersive gaming experiences that capitalize on the nostalgia and popularity of retro games. - **Artistic Transformations:** Explore artistic collaborations to bring unique and visually appealing designs to public spaces. - **Positive Brand Receptions:** Leverage creative and unique initiatives to generate positive feedback and enhance brand perception. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming:** Integrate retro gaming elements into modern gaming platforms and devices to cater to nostalgic gamers. - **Art and Design:** Collaborate with artists and designers to create visually striking and immersive public spaces. - **Transportation:** Incorporate artistic and entertainment elements within transportation infrastructure to enhance passenger experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Gaming Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamestation-retro.md) - [Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-art-collection.md) - [Knitted New York Subways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/straphangers-lounge.md) - [Retro Pixelated Cafe Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearista-game.md) - [Retro Gaming Room Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-gaming-box.md) - [Nostalgic 3D-Printed Arcade Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock.md) - [Digital City-Inspired Art Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-central-station.md) - [Large-Scale Floral Mosaics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floral-mosaics.md) - [Beach-Inspired Metro Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tourism-line.md)