Algorithm creates vector art from pixels.
An algorithm created by Microsoft researchers upscales 8-bit graphics and converts it into vector graphics, able to be upscaled to any size.
The algorithm identifies pixel-level details to accurately shade the new image — but more importantly, the algorithm can create smooth, curved contour lines from only-connected-on-the-diagonal single pixels.
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Pac Man inspired food pyramid.
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Video: Battlefield 3 with 8 Bit soundtrack.
I’ve been really enjoying the Battlefield 3 lately and just reached level 45, but now I realise the soundtrack could have been so much better!
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