{"id":14575,"date":"2012-08-08T21:01:44","date_gmt":"2012-08-08T13:01:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/?p=14575"},"modified":"2023-08-23T02:39:41","modified_gmt":"2023-08-22T18:39:41","slug":"retro-game-characters-real-life","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/","title":{"rendered":"Retro Game Characters Invading Our Real Life [PICS]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you grew up in the \u201990s, you won\u2019t want to miss this post. It\u2019s sure to bring back a flood of fun childhood memories!<\/p>\n<p>Characters like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/30-artist-interpretations-of-mario-and-luigi\/\">Super Mario<\/a>, Megaman, Super Metroid, and Donkey Kong have been spotted in the real world! It might sound chaotic, but it\u2019s also a world that could be a lot of fun. Take a look at these photos and see if you agree!<\/p>\n<p>More chaos awaits you below.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re a gamer, we\u2019ve got some <strong>fantastic posts related to gaming<\/strong> just for you!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/video-game-ipad-wallpapers\/\">25 iPad Wallpapers for Video Gamers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/60-attractive-ps3-game-covers\/\">60+ Attractive PS3 Game Covers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/80-absolutely-beautiful-video-game-wallpapers\/\">80 Beautiful Video Game Wallpapers<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/evolution-of-home-video-game-consoles-1967-2011\/\">Evolution of Home Video Game Consoles<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Advance Wars<\/h3>\n<p>What would retro game characters do if they came to life? Probably invade us! This artwork is incredibly lifelike.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/advance-wars.jpg\" alt=\"Advance Wars Artwork\" width=\"600\" height=\"351\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Beep Beep Coming Through<\/h3>\n<p>Mario Kart takes a spin through historical Tiananmen Square. No offense intended!<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/beep-beep-coming-though.jpg\" alt=\"Mario Kart in Tiananmen Square\" width=\"600\" height=\"387\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Donkey Kong Country New Jungle<\/h3>\n<p>This Donkey Kong artwork is incredibly realistic, almost like the real thing!<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/donkey-kong-country-new-jungle.jpg\" alt=\"Donkey Kong Country New Jungle\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Doom: The Last Stand<\/h3>\n<p>This Doom artwork must have taken a lot of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/tag\/photoshop\/\/\">Photoshop<\/a> skills. It looks like a scene straight from the game!<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/doom_the-last-stand.jpg\" alt=\"Doom: The Last Stand\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Excitebike<\/h3>\n<p>Imagine Excitebike in real life! I\u2019d travel just to see it. Kudos to the creator.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/excitebike.jpg\" alt=\"Excitebike in real life\" width=\"600\" height=\"375\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Mario Kart<\/h3>\n<p>Is this the future of 3D gaming? It\u2019s amazing!<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/mario-kart.jpg\" alt=\"Mario Kart in 3D\" width=\"600\" height=\"474\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Off the Dirt Track<\/h3>\n<p>One small character makes this photo epic.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/off-the-dirt-track.jpg\" alt=\"Off the Dirt Track game character\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Koopa Beach<\/h3>\n<p>I\u2019d love to know where this beach is, or any beach where Koopa exists.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/koopa-beach.jpg\" alt=\"Koopa Beach game scene\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Final Fantasy 6<\/h3>\n<p>The already epic Final Fantasy 6 just got even more epic with this real-life scene. Thanks, BITMOB!<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/final-fantasy-6.jpg\" alt=\"Final Fantasy 6 in real life\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Keeping the Mean Streets Clean<\/h3>\n<p>The background complements the theme perfectly, enhancing the realistic shadows.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/keeping-the-mean-streets-clean.jpg\" alt=\"Keeping the Mean Streets Clean\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text su-image-caption\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"min-height:34px;padding-left:36px;color:#333333\">\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text-icon\" style=\"color:#333333;font-size:24px;width:24px;height:24px\"><i class=\"sui sui-photo\" style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333333\"><\/i><\/div>\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text-content su-u-trim\" style=\"color:#333333\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/35699504@N00\/5364958779\/\">fatheed<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"clear:both;height:0\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Mega Alexanderplatz Man<\/h3>\n<p>Outstanding work by Zavadzky! I wonder where the next mission will take place.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/mega-alexanderplatz-man.jpg\" alt=\"Mega Alexanderplatz Man\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text su-image-caption\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"min-height:34px;padding-left:36px;color:#333333\">\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text-icon\" style=\"color:#333333;font-size:24px;width:24px;height:24px\"><i class=\"sui sui-photo\" style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333333\"><\/i><\/div>\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text-content su-u-trim\" style=\"color:#333333\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/zavadzkis\/5561577631\/\">zavadzky<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"clear:both;height:0\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Ninja Gaiden<\/h3>\n<p>The creator has an exceptional talent for crafting epic game scenes.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/ninja-gaiden.jpg\" alt=\"Ninja Gaiden\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text su-image-caption\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"min-height:34px;padding-left:36px;color:#333333\">\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text-icon\" style=\"color:#333333;font-size:24px;width:24px;height:24px\"><i class=\"sui sui-photo\" style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333333\"><\/i><\/div>\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text-content su-u-trim\" style=\"color:#333333\">BITMOB<\/div>\n<div style=\"clear:both;height:0\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Retro Field<\/h3>\n<p>RETROnoob brilliantly brings Super Mario to life. The sprites are positioned so well, making every part of the photo captivating!<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/retro-field.jpg\" alt=\"Retro Field\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text su-image-caption\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"min-height:34px;padding-left:36px;color:#333333\">\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text-icon\" style=\"color:#333333;font-size:24px;width:24px;height:24px\"><i class=\"sui sui-photo\" style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333333\"><\/i><\/div>\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text-content su-u-trim\" style=\"color:#333333\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.deviantart.com\/retronoob\/art\/Retro-Field-Yoshi-s-Isl-76180712\">RETROnoob<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"clear:both;height:0\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Retro Lake<\/h3>\n<p>Experience the world through the eyes of Super Mario and his foes. The castle on the mountain is truly a masterpiece.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/retro-lake.jpg\" alt=\"Retro Lake\" width=\"600\" height=\"326\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text su-image-caption\" data-url=\"\" data-target=\"self\" style=\"min-height:34px;padding-left:36px;color:#333333\">\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text-icon\" style=\"color:#333333;font-size:24px;width:24px;height:24px\"><i class=\"sui sui-photo\" style=\"font-size:24px;color:#333333\"><\/i><\/div>\n<div class=\"sue-icon-text-content su-u-trim\" style=\"color:#333333\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/retronoob.deviantart.com\/art\/Retro-Lake-quot-Mario-Bros-3-quot-75833505\">RETROnoob<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"clear:both;height:0\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Retro Desert<\/h3>\n<p>How about taking a trip through a desert featuring the iconic 8-bit angry sun from classic games? You\u2019re sure to stay entertained!<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/retro-desert.jpg\" alt=\"Retro Desert with 8-bit Angry Sun\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Retro Destiny \u201cLoZ\u201d<\/h3>\n<p>The shadows in this artwork really enhance its cool factor.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/retro-destiny-loz.jpg\" alt=\"Retro Destiny Legend of Zelda\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Space Invaders<\/h3>\n<p>Check out this adorable and intricately designed invader by Quest007! It\u2019s almost as if they\u2019re inviting us to let them take over Earth.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/space-invaders.jpg\" alt=\"Cute Space Invaders\" width=\"600\" height=\"696\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Space Invaders: Eiffel Tower<\/h3>\n<p>Here\u2019s another stunning depiction of Space Invaders attacking Earth, featuring the Eiffel Tower. The color scheme is truly captivating.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/space-invaders_eiffel-tower.jpg\" alt=\"Space Invaders Attacking Eiffel Tower\" width=\"600\" height=\"375\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Street Fighter<\/h3>\n<p>If <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/tribute-to-street-fighter-beautiful-artworks\/\">Street Fighter<\/a> characters were to come to life, Kung Fu would definitely gain more popularity. It would be absolutely amazing!<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/street-fighter.jpg\" alt=\"Street Fighter Characters\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Hundred Hand Slap<\/h3>\n<p>This artwork is both funny and lifelike. I\u2019m curious about how much effort the artist put into creating it.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/hundred-hand-slap.jpg\" alt=\"Hundred Hand Slap Artwork\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Super Metroid<\/h3>\n<p>This artwork uses a different approach by focusing on the game\u2019s background rather than the character.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/super-metroid.jpg\" alt=\"Super Metroid Artwork\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Super Metroid: Going Stealth<\/h3>\n<p>Samus attacks in a unique and stylish manner. The photo manipulation here is truly impressive.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/super-metroid_going-stealth.jpg\" alt=\"Super Metroid: Going Stealth Artwork\" width=\"600\" height=\"378\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Track & Field<\/h3>\n<p>\u201cYou\u2019d struggle to keep up with Bolt using the joystick,\u201d says Gar0.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/track-and-field.jpg\" alt=\"Track & Field Artwork\" width=\"600\" height=\"375\"><\/figure>\n<h3>The Turned<\/h3>\n<p>What sets this artwork apart is that it\u2019s not digitally altered; it\u2019s an 8-bit cosplay by ChozoBoy in real life! Check out the author\u2019s gallery to see how it was made.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/the-turned.jpg\" alt=\"The Turned Artwork\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\"><\/figure>\n<h3>Samus Vs. Minecraft II<\/h3>\n<p>This photo is so well-done that it\u2019s hard to tell the 8-bit characters from the real-life ones. The weapon held by the third guy is especially cool.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/retro-game-characters-real-life\/samus-vs-minecraft-ii.jpg\" alt=\"Samus Vs. Minecraft II Artwork\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\"><\/figure>\n<h2>Reflection<\/h2>\n<p>These reimagined pieces of art really take me back to the good old days of gaming! I think many gamers would agree that this was the golden era of gaming. Back then, it was all about fun gameplay rather than just flashy graphics. Of course, this is just my opinion.<\/p>\n<p>Hope you enjoyed these creative pieces as much as I did! A big shoutout to the artists behind them. If you\u2019ve captured a game character in your real-life adventures, we\u2019d love to see it. Keep the creativity coming; we can\u2019t get enough!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you grew up in the \u201990s, you won\u2019t want to miss this post. It\u2019s sure to bring back a flood of fun childhood memories! Characters like Super Mario, Megaman, Super Metroid, and Donkey Kong have been spotted in the real world! 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