🕹️ Grand Theft Auto: Cul-de-Sac Edition

July 2, 2026

Google’s latest AI trick turns Street View into a playable world, which is great news for people who zoom in on their ex’s neighborhood. 

Google AI Ultra subscribers (the $200 tier) can make interactive environments based on real Street View images. Pick a spot, choose a vibe and render the scene with Genie 3. That means your local coffee shop can become prehistoric, underwater or whatever else your imagination desires. 

GOOGLE'S GENIE 3 CAN NOW SIMULATE THE REAL WORLD USING STREET VIEW IMAGES.

GOOGLE HAS BEEN SITTING ON THE MOST DETAILED MAP OF PHYSICAL REALITY EVER BUILT.

NOW THEY'RE FINALLY USING IT. pic.twitter.com/bThHtLE3I9

— Vivek Sen (@Vivek4real_) June 16, 2026

Look for Project Genie in Google Labs, then use the Maps pin option to choose a location and get to building. 

Watch life turn into a video game here.