# 8-Bit Transit Depictions The Super Mario TTC Map is a Retro Replica By Courtney Scharf | Published 2012-06-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-ttc-map References: [incrediblethings](http://www.incrediblethings.com/art-design/mario-meets-metro-super-mario-3-toronto-ttc-subway-map/) & [imagekind](http://www.imagekind.com/Toronto-TTC-Subway-Map-Super-Mario-_art?IMID=bd3479f1-3736-49d0-b46c-38bc24673c13) This old-school [Super Mario](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-kart-worlds) TTC map by Dave Delisle is an awesome interpretation of the Canadian city's highly contentious public transit system. Using a fairly simple transit system, this is a legible and impressive adaptation, and a brand new way of seeing the city. Using the original and familiar colors, format and font, this looks exactly like an [8-bit game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/16bit-display) at first glance. Quickly going viral among Torontonians and even those outside of the city, this is a graphic design masterpiece and a very retro way of depicting space. Even going so far as to depict which areas are more dangerous by using well-known icons, the graphic map is surprisingly detailed considering its low resolution style. Arguably providing a more helpful look at Toronto than other more traditional maps, this is a fun and creative take on graphic art. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 Graphic Design:** Opportunity for businesses in the design industry to create nostalgic and visually appealing products or services inspired by retro aesthetics. - **Alternative Mapping Techniques:** Potential for technology companies to develop innovative mapping solutions that offer unique and engaging ways to visualize cities and public transit systems. - **Gamification of Urban Spaces:** Disruptive opportunity for companies to integrate gaming elements into cities, enhancing public engagement and exploration through interactive experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Graphic Design:** Businesses in the graphic design industry can leverage the popularity of retro aesthetics to attract a nostalgic consumer base. - **Technology:** Technology companies can capitalize on the demand for alternative mapping techniques by developing innovative solutions that provide unique visual representations of urban spaces and transit systems. - **Urban Planning:** Urban planning and development organizations can explore the potential of gamifying urban spaces to create interactive and engaging environments for residents and visitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Game Style Navigation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/need-for-speed-mini-map.md) - [Toronto Neighborhood Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spatial-media.md) - [Large-Scale Floral Mosaics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floral-mosaics.md) - [User-Generated Toronto Baseball Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fancreated-ads.md) - [Video Game Travel Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-super-mario-travel-items.md) - [Retro Gaming Room Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-gaming-box.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Console Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-radio.md) - [Timely Delivery-Centric Billboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-pizza-4.md) - [Vibrant Retro Transport Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/public-transport-safety.md)