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50 Real-Life Photos That Look More Like A Video Game Or A Movie Set Than Reality (New Pics)
CuriositiesMAR 15, 2023

50 Real-Life Photos That Look More Like A Video Game Or A Movie Set Than Reality (New Pics)

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Have you ever walked down the street and thought, "Am I in a video game right now?" Well, you're not alone! With the advent of neon-lit buildings, square-shaped bushes, and futuristic architecture, some urban environments are starting to look like they were lifted straight out of Minecraft or other video games.
Whether you're a gamer or just someone who appreciates a good pun, it's hard not to appreciate the surreal experience of walking through a city that looks like it was designed by a video game developer. Who knows, maybe next we'll see floating question blocks and mushrooms popping up on street corners!
With that being said, if you'd love to see more similar photos then check out our previous post on Bored Panda!

#1 Glowing Base Of Tree Made By Arranging Leaves. Looks Almost Like A PS2 Game

Glowing Base Of Tree Made By Arranging Leaves. Looks Almost Like A PS2 Game
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#2 When You're Walking In The Park And An Animal Has A Side Quest For You

When You're Walking In The Park And An Animal Has A Side Quest For You
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#3 Flash Shines Just Right To Turn The Web Into A Rainbow And To Make A Spider Like A Quest Object

Flash Shines Just Right To Turn The Web Into A Rainbow And To Make A Spider Like A Quest Object
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Why do some urban environments seem like video game settings? Perhaps the answer lies in the similarities between game design and urban planning. Creating engaging and memorable experiences involves creating spaces for people to interact with and move through.

#4 I Think He Has A Quest. Do You Approach Him?

I Think He Has A Quest. Do You Approach Him?
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#5 Ruby Beach, WA. Looks Like Jurassic Park

Ruby Beach, WA. Looks Like Jurassic Park
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#6 Zero Shadow Day

Zero Shadow Day
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Furthermore, bright colors and geometric shapes can make buildings and other urban features stand out and become more visually appealing. In high-traffic areas, eye-catching design elements can help to draw people's attention and make the space memorable.

#7 God Just Started Playing Minecraft In The Middle Of This City

God Just Started Playing Minecraft In The Middle Of This City
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#8 A Crane Outside Of My Work On A Foggy Morning With The Word Here Illuminated

A Crane Outside Of My Work On A Foggy Morning With The Word Here Illuminated
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#9 This Photo I Took In Versailles That’s Not Two Photos Spliced Together

This Photo I Took In Versailles That’s Not Two Photos Spliced Together
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Pop culture also plays a significant role in shaping our perceptions of the world around us. There is no doubt that video games have become an integral part of modern pop culture, and the visual language of gaming is becoming increasingly ingrained in other areas of design, such as architecture and urban planning.

#10 This Area In My School Courtyard Always Gives Me Such A Weird Feeling When I Walk Alone In It

This Area In My School Courtyard Always Gives Me Such A Weird Feeling When I Walk Alone In It
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#11 This Wall Looks Like It Holds Rare Item In A Game

This Wall Looks Like It Holds Rare Item In A Game
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#12 Saw A Knight In The Park The Other Day

Saw A Knight In The Park The Other Day
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There's no denying that seeing a cityscape that looks like it came straight out of a video game is surreal and unforgettable. Maybe one day we'll even see entire neighborhoods themed after our favorite games, complete with hidden power-ups and secret levels. There are endless possibilities!

#13 Found While Out Deer Hunting In The Middle Of Nowhere

Found While Out Deer Hunting In The Middle Of Nowhere
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#14 When You Go To School And Your Teacher Has A Quest For You

When You Go To School And Your Teacher Has A Quest For You
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#15 The Hospital Of Aachen, NW, Germany Looks As If It Was From A Video Game On The Inside

The Hospital Of Aachen, NW, Germany Looks As If It Was From A Video Game On The Inside
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#16 The Erosion Pattern On This Cliff And Rocks Makes It Look Like A Minecraft Rendering

The Erosion Pattern On This Cliff And Rocks Makes It Look Like A Minecraft Rendering
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#17 One Bench In Our City Park Looks Like It's Made Of Red-Hot Metal

One Bench In Our City Park Looks Like It's Made Of Red-Hot Metal
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#18 Something Tells Me I Have Some Side Quests To Complete

Something Tells Me I Have Some Side Quests To Complete
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#19 My City Has Public Defibrillation Stations And The Sign For It Looks Like A Video Game Health Bar

My City Has Public Defibrillation Stations And The Sign For It Looks Like A Video Game Health Bar
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#20 Can't Believe It's Not A Screenshot From GTA

Can't Believe It's Not A Screenshot From GTA
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