In a world where technology and nostalgia collide, video mapping and retro-gaming come together to offer a unique experience that transforms our cities into vast playgrounds. In this article, we will explore how this innovative combination creates intergenerational meeting spaces, promotes social exchange, and revitalizes our cities into vibrant smart cities, through the example of Street eGame, a Swiss company founded by Romain Vollet and Julien Nonnon.
Creating Meeting Places
Retro-Gaming: A Bridge Between Generations
Retro-gaming, with its timeless classics, not only attracts nostalgic video game enthusiasts but also young individuals curious to discover. By transforming buildings into giant screens for retro games, we create spaces where different generations come together to share a common passion and exchange memories.
Social and Community Interaction
Video games have always been a catalyst for social gatherings. With video mapping, retro games take on a whole new dimension, allowing spectators to participate in friendly competitions, share tips, and forge connections within the local community.
The Joy of Competition
Pride and Recognition
Seeing one's name at the top of the leaderboard is a source of pride for many players. Video mapping offers the opportunity to project competition results on a large scale, allowing the best players to shine and be recognized by their community.
Creating a Gaming Culture
By regularly organizing retro-gaming events with video mapping, cities can foster a healthy and competitive gaming culture. This also promotes social inclusion by offering everyone the opportunity to participate and express themselves through gaming.
Revitalizing the City into a Smart City
Tourist and Economic Attraction
Video mapping and retro-gaming events are quickly becoming must-see tourist attractions. Visitors flock to experience these unique events, stimulating the local economy and encouraging the development of the tourism industry.
Innovative Use of Urban Space
By using building facades as screens for video mapping, cities redefine the use of urban space. Buildings become interactive canvases where art and entertainment converge, creating a dynamic and stimulating urban environment.
By bringing together video mapping and retro-gaming, we open the door to new ways of revitalizing our cities and creating intergenerational meeting places. This alliance not only offers entertainment and competition opportunities but also strengthens the social fabric of our communities and contributes to transforming our cities into innovative and inclusive smart cities.