MapHacking
A downloadable Tech Pack
MapHacking is a Tech Pack (see the Brain Trust Tech Jam for more info!) on using Google Maps' Search Nearby algorithm as a gameplay randomizer.
This document includes an overview on how the mechanic is used, as well as an example game: Keeping Watch, a supplement for fantasy RPGs that uses MapHacking to create added drama while making camp and keeping watch.
This was created as part of the ongoing The Games We Made Along the Way game design challenge series; for more information, head to Plus2Comedy's Twitch channel!
Copyright Stuff
MapHacking is licensed under a Creative Commons By Attribution (CC-BY) license. This license lets others distribute, remix, adapt, and build upon the work, even commercially, as long as they credit me (“Jeff Stormer”) for the original creation.
Purchase
In order to download this Tech Pack you must purchase it at or above the minimum price of $5 USD. You will get access to the following files:
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Community Copy
For every copy of MapHacking sold, another is made available at no cost. Grab this, make stuff with it, do your thing, and make sure to tell me about what you make.
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A new similar game called WPlace has recently been released. Just like this one, it allows placing pixel blocks on Google Maps. I've created a wplace pixel tool to assist with placement, and it might also be useful for this game.