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3d ago

FunnyPixels 1.0.4 - Turn real-world routes into map art and playable 3D cities

FunnyPixels turns walking routes and city blocks into collaborative pixel art on a real map. In 1.0.4, the map becomes something you can explore: draw on the 2D city grid, watch neighborhoods rise into colorful towers, then fly through the skyline from a pilot view.

the first-session hook is clear, the second-session loop is harder

The clearest feedback so far is that the visual hook works best when people see it, not when they only read about it:

a real walk turns into pixel art on a real map.

The harder product question is retention.

After someone creates their first route-art piece, what should make them come back the next day?

Launch week update: what would improve day-2 retention for FunnyPixels?

Quick launch-week update from building FunnyPixels.

The strongest reaction so far is to the visual hook:

people immediately get the idea when they see a walk turn into pixel art on a real map.

The weaker part is the return loop.

What would make FunnyPixels worth reopening?

I'm launching FunnyPixels on Product Hunt. It's an iPhone app that turns real movement into pixel art on real maps.

The core loop is simple: start a route, walk or run through your city, and your path becomes something visual and shareable instead of just another activity log.

I'm trying to make it feel more creative and playful than a traditional fitness tracker, with landmark-inspired route art, lightweight social events, and alliances.

I'd love feedback on three things:

Giga Tommy

15d ago

FunnyPixels - Turn real movement into pixel art on real maps.

FunnyPixels turns real movement into shareable pixel art on real maps. Create route art, explore landmark-inspired patterns, and join social events and alliances around your city.