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The entire city of San Francisco as a video game (sf.thijs.gg)

603 points by centrosphere · 2 days ago · 171 comments on HN

Article summary

The article discusses a video game that recreates the city of San Francisco. The game's details and features are not available, but the comments reveal that it allows players to explore the city. Some commenters have compared it to other games that feature San Francisco, such as Microsoft Flight Simulator and Watch Dogs 2. The game's accuracy and fidelity are also discussed in the comments.

Main themes

  • video game recreation of San Francisco
  • city exploration
  • game accuracy and fidelity
  • technical issues
  • nostalgia and personal connection
  • comparisons to other games

What commenters say

  • Some players have used similar games to familiarize themselves with real-life cities before visiting.
  • The game's recreation of San Francisco is impressive, but some areas feel less accurate than others.
  • Using games to explore cities can be a useful tool for tourists and nostalgia for former residents.
  • The game's technical issues, such as loading problems and camera controls, detract from the player's experience.
  • Comparisons to other games that feature San Francisco, such as GTA San Andreas, highlight the different approaches to recreating the city.
  • The game's potential for exploration and discovery is significant, but technical issues need to be addressed.
  • Players have different opinions on the game's fidelity and accuracy, with some preferring more realistic representations and others enjoying the creative liberties taken.
  • The game has evoked strong emotional responses from some players, particularly those with personal connections to San Francisco.