NES in 1080p

[Lord007]

I had the idea to mashup NES Atlas Maps (http://vgmaps.com/Atlas/NES/index.htm) with some gameplay footage and export in glorious 1080p... mainly because I remember wishing as a kid that I could actually see more on-screen then the tiny view typically shown.

Well after a few hours of work I was able to (somewhat) realize my dream. Behold... Battletoads level 11 "Clinger Winger" in 1080p (EDIT: Conveniently listing all of them here now):

NES Atlas: Battletoads - Clinger Winger (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbAHFZkxS4Y)
NES Atlas: Contra - Level 1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSPdAw1jRMI)
NES Atlas: SMB Level 1-1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CdYxHAU1N8)
NES Atlas: Zelda - Dungeon #1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eX1Pwvhu_1o)
NES Atlas: SMB3 World 1-1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmOA9I8TBbI)
NES Atlas: Mega Man 2 - Flash Man (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlPqVa4ELJo)
NES Atlas: Mega Man 2 - Quick Man (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuM5xarL_dM)
NES Atlas: Metroid - Lord Tom's Speed Run (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CoQ-wXR_iw)
NES Atlas: Journey to Silius - Stage 1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTB4-Dkdz4I)
NES Atlas: Ninja Gaiden - Act 5-3 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IkjZGmFKeQg)
NES Atlas: Zelda II - Great Palace (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHlIAepaYGs)
NES Atlas: Kid Icarus (Stage 3-4) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLY7CT8FdMk)
NES Atlas: Gimmick! (Level 6) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jngnKEHSNYM)
NES Atlas: Wizards & Warriors (Castle Exterior) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=neFMwQHPWCc)
NES Atlas: Jackal (Stage 6) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqEKObzPMvU)
NES Atlas: Prince of Persia (Level 9) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqhNhs9jD8A)
NES Atlas: Castlevania II: Simon's Quest (Laruba Mansion) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9te1rqrruU)
NES Atlas: Adventures of Lolo (Full Audio) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JIeSWLaTSY)
NES Atlas: Blaster Master (Area 3) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwREHvHfsL4)
NES Atlas: Batman (Stage 3 - Area 2) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cA2urfJuL7w)
Sega Atlas: Sonic CD (Palmtree Panic: Zone 2) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zJ8XZEDIisU)
Sega Atlas: Ecco the Dolphin (Undercaves) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hAaGKTLS_k8)

So what do you think? Would you watch more of these? I know I would so I'm going to be making a few more of these... perhaps maybe Excitebike or RC Pro-Am. I also have the first level of Contra tracked over an atlas map as well...but I still have to upload it though.

Any suggestions on what games to work on next is much appreciated. Also if you know where I can get some decent quality gameplay footage as well... so far I can only think of YouTube and SpeedDemosArchive.com (EDIT: And TASVideos.org, but now I figured out how to export raw footage from emulators!)

[geezuzkhrist119]

thats pretty cool

i like the contra one u did

[Dangerboy]

That's actually kinda neat - you know what would work really good in this situation? G.I. Joe games with the cobra headquarters...you could make the ultimate speed run map.

[Rob2600]

I had the idea to mashup NES Atlas Maps (http://vgmaps.com/Atlas/NES/index.htm) with some gameplay footage and export in glorious 1080p... mainly because I remember wishing as a kid that I could actually see more on-screen then the tiny view typically shown.

Well after a few hours of work I was able to (somewhat) realize my dream. Behold... Battletoads level 11 "Clinger Winger" in 1080p:

NES Atlas: Battletoads - Clinger Winger (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbAHFZkxS4Y)

That's cool. How did you do that?

[Lord007]

That's cool. How did you do that?

I used Adobe After Effects and pretty much manually tracked the video as the player progresses along the video. What game would you like to see next? :)

[Rob2600]

I used Adobe After Effects and pretty much manually tracked the video as the player progresses along the video. What game would you like to see next? :)

Good job!

What game would I like to see next? How about Legendary Wings? Or Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Arcade Game?

[studvicious]

That was awesome. It would be a shame not to do this for The Legend Of Zelda. The entire overworld might be a bit much but a dungeon at least would be pretty cool.

[Dji]

Interesting idea, thanks for posting this! I'm gonna have to suggest the first level of Super Mario Bros. (and perhaps SMB2 and SMB3 while we're at it).

[goldenegg]

That is a very cool and unique idea. I'd love to see more!

This is actually the first I've heard of the video game maps project! Thanks for bringing it to my attention!

[Emperor Megas]

It is pretty cool, actually. I can certainly appreciate the time you must have put into this. I think it' be interesting to see some horizontal shoot 'em ups done.

[emceelokey]

Dude! That's pretty awesome! I loke the Battletoad one a bit more because it was just on screen and didn't scroll. The first game that came to my mind that would be pretty cool for this is Spider Man / X-Men: Arcades Revenge for the SNES. The first stage to be exact. There's a lot of backtracking in that. Also any top down Zelda game. It would be cool to see him just roam around a huge map.

[Lord007]

Haha...I knew you guys would get a kick out of this! Thanks for the game suggestions. I think I'm going to keep it easy at first until I get the hang of it... so I'll probably do the first level of SMB then a Zelda dungeon (I love this idea). After that I'd probably be comfortable to do a larger or more complicated game.

[Kitsune Sniper]

This video made me feel a bit ill (something about the way it moved) but it was pretty damn cool.

[Solertia]

That's awesome! What a neat idea. Great job!!

[Rickstilwell1]

Haha...I knew you guys would get a kick out of this! Thanks for the game suggestions. I think I'm going to keep it easy at first until I get the hang of it... so I'll probably do the first level of SMB then a Zelda dungeon (I love this idea). After that I'd probably be comfortable to do a larger or more complicated game.

Here's another idea - Faxanadu

[Damaniel]

I suggest Kid Icarus - it would be useful in every level, but especially so in the dungeon stages.

Also put me down for Legendary Wings, even though I'm not sure how well vertically oriented levels would work (due to less vertical space to work with than horizontal).

[TonyTheTiger]

This is great. That looks like a lot of work, though.

As for what game to do next, I think there's only one right answer: Metroid.

[Emperor Megas]

As for what game to do next, I think there's only one right answer: Metroid.Seriously. What were we thinking?

[Andred]

This is very cool. I'd love to see Zelda, Metroid or Kid Icarus, as others suggested. It would be super cool if this somehow found its way into emulators.

[TonyTheTiger]

By the way, how do people make those atlas maps? Do they really take a series of screenshots and piece them together manually?

[skaar]

Super Mario would likely get the most attention. I'd like to see a Zelda II palace myself.

[Lord007]

Metroid and Kid Icarus sound perfect for this! Also Legendary Wings doesn't have any atlas maps made... you can see what they have here (http://www.vgmaps.com/Atlas/NES/index.htm).

Okay so here's the first level from SMB: NES Atlas: SMB Level 1-1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CdYxHAU1N8)

Now onto a Zelda dungeon... I wonder which one to pick... :)

[Dji]

Thanks for doing that SMB video. I'm looking forward to your upcoming ones! :)

[Lord007]

Okay I think that's as many as I can make at the moment... going to San Diego for a week!

When I get back I'll start with the first dungeon of Zelda (http://vgmaps.com/Atlas/NES/LegendOfZelda-FirstQuest-Level-1(Eagle).png). I want to do all of them so I'll just start with the first one for now. These should be much easier to make as well seeing as how the screen only moves when Link moves between rooms... should be a piece of cake ;)

[rbudrick]

Zelda II and Legacy of the Wizard are my votes. Faxanadu was already said, but that too. I would love to see more enemies and other animations in the inactive areas whenever possible.

Oh, and Tetris!

Kidding.

-Rob

[whoisKeel]

Cool. Looking forward to the Zelda, I think it will make more sense since the enemies load when you enter a room. (Instead of just randomly appearing on the edge of the screen like in the SMB video).

Also....DUCK HUNT!!1 ;)

[Einzelherz]

That was incredibly cool. It made me think I was reading one of my Nintendo Power NES guides. My suggestion should be a fairly easy one: R.C. Pro Am.

[Lord007]

Okay here's Zelda - Dungeon #1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eX1Pwvhu_1o)

[Lord007]

I think I may do Metroid (http://vgmaps.com/Atlas/NES/Metroid-Zebes(Unmarked).png) next... I even found a tool-assisted speed run which beats it in under 10 minutes (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QH8FX38_PR8). This would take me quite awhile to accomplish though...

And thanks for all of the suggestions! There's quite a few mentioned which I'd like to do.

[Lord007]

Okay here's SMB 3: World 1-1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmOA9I8TBbI)

Mega Man II looks like it's next ;)

[Lord007]

Mega Man 2: Flash Man Stage (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlPqVa4ELJo)

[TonyTheTiger]

Nice. I can't wait for Metroid.

[Lord007]

Mega Man 2: Quick Man (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fuM5xarL_dM)

[Lord007]

Presenting Metroid in 1080p: NES Atlas: Metroid - Lord Tom's Speed Run (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CoQ-wXR_iw)

Please note the footage was a Tool-Assisted Speed Run which uses save states and door glitches. I apologize if this turns anyone off... it just worked out nicely that I could fit the entire run on a single video. It took many long hours to make and I'm glad it's over... but now my video queue is empty which makes me feel naked. I'll be starting my next one shortly, but still haven't decided which game to do. Kid Icarus, Castlevania, another Zelda dungeon? Who knows! Exciting isn't it?

[Lord_Magus]

Presenting Metroid in 1080p: NES Atlas: Metroid - Lord Tom's Speed Run (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CoQ-wXR_iw)

Please note the footage was a Tool-Assisted Speed Run which uses save states and door glitches. I apologize if this turns anyone off... it just worked out nicely that I could fit the entire run on a single video. It took many long hours to make and I'm glad it's over... but now my video queue is empty which makes me feel naked. I'll be starting my next one shortly, but still haven't decided which game to do. Kid Icarus, Castlevania, another Zelda dungeon? Who knows! Exciting isn't it?

Awesome work on the Metroid video! =)

And for the next one, I would personally absolutely love to see Faxanadu! (that game doesn't get nearly enough appreciation as it deserves - the music/atmosphere especially is still incredible) :)

[spongerob]

Those are actually really cool. I didn't get a chance to look but have you done any NES Mario games?

[Lord007]

Those are actually really cool. I didn't get a chance to look but have you done any NES Mario games?

Why yes I have :)

I did both the first level of SMB1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5CdYxHAU1N8) and also SMB3 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmOA9I8TBbI).

[mrbigreddog]

Snake Rattle & Roll... That whole game is one big map!!!

http://www.vgmaps.com/Atlas/NES/SnakeRattleNRoll-Map.png

[Gavica]

Would love to see Metal Gear done

[Lord007]

Snake Rattle & Roll... That whole game is one big map!!!

http://www.vgmaps.com/Atlas/NES/SnakeRattleNRoll-Map.png

I must admit I have never played this game... but that map is really cool! I'll have to look into doing this game now too.

[exit]

I'd love to see one for Maniac Mansion.

[Xexyz]

This is really awesome and it's unique so it should help you get more viewers on YouTube. As far as suggestions go, I recommend anything with a labyrinthine feel to it. Something like Metroid, Legacy of the Wizard, Blaster Master, etc.

[Bad Atom]

Another vote for Snake Rattle & Roll.

[Lord007]

Okay I don't think anyone suggested this game but I came across another tool-assist... with a twist :)

Journey to Silius: Stage 1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTB4-Dkdz4I)

And I might do Marble Madness next... I have an idea to spice it up a bit.

[Gavica]

Could you do Trojan?

[Lord007]

Could you do Trojan?

Sorry there's no Trojan maps listed on VGMaps.com (http://www.vgmaps.com/Atlas/NES/) :(

[allyourblood]

Goonies II would be perfect, especially with all the crazy warping.

[Emdkay]

The Metroid video was incredible... these are all really great.

[skaar]

Okay I don't think anyone suggested this game but I came across another tool-assist... with a twist :)

Journey to Silius: Stage 1 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTB4-Dkdz4I)

And I might do Marble Madness next... I have an idea to spice it up a bit.

Ok, the dance was pretty awesome.

I had never seen this game played, and it really did borrow a LOT from Blaster Master.

[NayusDante]

Dragon Warrior would work. The battles don't entirely go to a different screen, so it wouldn't be cutting away entirely like another RPG would.

I'd like to see Metroid II and Super Metroid done like this. I could never wrap my head around the map of Metroid II, and this might be a good way to visualize it.

[XianXi]

Would love to see Metal Gear done

Same here. That would be badass.

Of course that's only gonna happen if he has a bunch of hours to kill.

If you ever decide to do a different console, I think the subway stage in Final Fight would be sweet.

[spider-man]

Very cool. Looks like Konami is using the same idea with their latest Castlevania title for Xbox live

[Lord007]

Just finished another one: NES Atlas: Ninja Gaiden - Act 5-3 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IkjZGmFKeQg)!

[Lord007]

And here's Marble Madness (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osd2_CD_SVg).

[TonyTheTiger]

That's cool and all but did you have to run them all at the same time? :eek 2:

[Lord007]

Super Mario would likely get the most attention. I'd like to see a Zelda II palace myself.

And here's the final palace of Zelda II... enjoy :)

Zelda II: Great Palace (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHlIAepaYGs)

[greedostick]

I 2nd Kid Icarus.

Also some other games that would work well.

Legacy of the Wizard. (this game is a huge maze, would be amazing)
Faxanadu
Battle of Olympus
Crystalis
Ghost's n' Goblins (stage 3)... I think. The one thats all blue.
Willow
Goonies 2
Little Nemo

[NayusDante]

I'd love to see Solstice done this way, but I've never seen actual screenshot maps.

[Gavica]

do Jackal Please

[suppafly]

I think it is really awesome, and keep up the excellent (And unique!) work.

Thanks!

[Lord007]

I suggest Kid Icarus - it would be useful in every level, but especially so in the dungeon stages.

Also put me down for Legendary Wings, even though I'm not sure how well vertically oriented levels would work (due to less vertical space to work with than horizontal).

Here ya go: Kid Icarus: Stage 3-4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLY7CT8FdMk)

[Drixxel]

Thumbs up to the Kid Icarus video, that was great. Huge, multi-directional stages definitely work the best for your 1080p approach, but each one you've done has been very neat indeed. They're most enjoyable, keep it up!

[Cobra Commander]

It would be really good to see those huge underworld levels of Wizards and Warriors.

[Lord007]

And here's Gimmick! (Level 6) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jngnKEHSNYM)

Pretty interesting game released in Japan only. It's got the extra sound chip which gives the audio quality a nice boost. Now what to do next? So many games yet so little time!

[NerdXCrewWill]

I fourth Legacy of the Wizard. The map for that game is out of control. You'd have to be really dedicated to play through it though.

[eskobar]

Great work, mate; i really enjoyed the Atlas from Zelda II's great palace so much that i want to play it again :D

[Gavica]

Jackal please

[Lord007]

Just finished Wizards & Warriors (Castle Exterior) (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=neFMwQHPWCc)!

I was thinking of making a compilation Blu-ray disc in pixel-perfect 1080p (meaning NO YouTube compression)... would you guys buy it? If so, how much footage would you expect to see?

[Cobra Commander]

Dude. That is so badass. I've wanted to see what the entire castle looks like.
My favorite part of that castle is jumping off to see how long it takes to hit the ground.
Bravo man, bravo!

[Lord007]

Jackal please

Okay... here's Stage 6 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqEKObzPMvU)!

[Fantastic_Duck]

Now that is impressive and creative. Nice work.
Now eh, how about The Immortal?
Heh.

[Gavica]

That Jackal is Sweet!

[Lord007]

Just finished Prince of Persia: Level 9 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqhNhs9jD8A)!

I managed to animate some things even while off-screen too ;)

[Rob2600]

Okay... here's Stage 6 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqEKObzPMvU)!

How do you get the game footage to line up and scroll perfectly with the map?

[Enigmus]

Same here. That would be badass.

Of course that's only gonna happen if he has a bunch of hours to kill.

If you ever decide to do a different console, I think the subway stage in Final Fight would be sweet.

Yeah, Metal Gear would be awesome, crappy NES port or not.

Also, it'd be interesting to do a video on Doom or Doom II where the gameplay is in the lower right corner while the rest of the screen is the map display in real time.