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Amsterdam looks incredibly realistic in the new Call of Duty (twitter.com)

488 points by doener · 1417 days ago · 380 comments on HN

Article summary

A new Call of Duty game features a highly realistic depiction of Amsterdam, with some players commenting on the accuracy of the game's representation of the city. The game's attention to detail has been praised, with one player noting that they spent 6 months living in Amsterdam and the game brought back memories. The game's realistic environments have been enjoyed by players, who appreciate the ability to explore and interact with the game world. The realism of the game's environments has been compared to other games, such as The Division 2, which also features a realistic representation of a city.

Main themes

  • Realistic game environments
  • Immersive gameplay
  • Educational value of games
  • Anxiety and phobias
  • Game development
  • Technologies for realistic environments
  • Player experience and engagement
  • Real-world locations in games

What commenters say

  • Some players enjoy games with realistic environments, allowing them to explore and interact with the game world in a more immersive way.
  • The use of real-world locations in games can be both a blessing and a curse, with some players appreciating the accuracy and others finding it distracting or inaccurate.
  • Games with realistic environments can be used for educational purposes, such as teaching players about history or geography.
  • The level of detail in game environments can greatly impact the player's experience, with some players enjoying the ability to explore and discover new things.
  • Some players believe that games with realistic environments can help them overcome anxiety or phobias, such as agoraphobia or social anxiety, by allowing them to safely experience and interact with simulated environments.
  • Others disagree, arguing that simulated environments can still trigger anxiety or phobias, and that exposure therapy should be done under the guidance of a therapist.
  • The development of realistic game environments requires a significant amount of time, effort, and resources, but can result in a more engaging and immersive player experience.
  • The use of technologies such as photogrammetry and GIS data can help create highly realistic and accurate game environments.