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Local News Hero
🏎️ Racing · 👥 Multiplayer · ⭐ 8.8/10 · #159
Drive a news van through your real-world city using Google 3D maps to chase breaking stories and broadcast live within a two-minute time limit.
Local News Hero stats
- Rank of 1154 games
- #159
- Our rating
- ⭐ 8.8/10 AI review 9/10 · more played than 71% of the games from the same launch
- Uptime (7 days)
- 100%
- Response time
- 606 ms
- Votes
- ▲ 0
- Genre
- Racing
- Play on
- Browser — no download
- Price
- Free
- Game language
- English
- Creator
- @supleezy
How Local News Hero is ranked
| Rating ×2 (AI review + real players) | +17.6 |
| How elaborate it is (content and depth) | +3.0 |
| Popularity (real plays and awards) | +14.4 |
| New game bonus | +3.6 |
| Total score | 38.7 |
Same formula for every game, computed from real data. No paid placements. How the ranking works
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About Local News Hero
In Local News Hero, you take control of a news van to navigate through your own real-world city. Using integrated Google 3D map data, your primary objective is to race toward breaking news locations and broadcast live reports before your two-minute time limit expires. The game supports multiplayer sessions, allowing you to compete against others as you maneuver through familiar streets to reach your destination first. This project was built using ThreeJS and features code primarily generated by AI.
The experience offers a unique way to explore your actual neighborhood from behind the wheel of a broadcast vehicle. It is well-suited for players who enjoy fast-paced driving challenges and location-based gameplay. Each session is quick and focused, making it easy to jump in for a short round of racing. The game is accessible through web browsers, providing a smooth experience for those looking to test their navigation skills in a virtual version of their hometown.
ThreeJS
Local News Hero FAQ
How do I play Local News Hero?
Click Play on this page to open the game in your web browser. No download, install or account needed.
Is Local News Hero free?
Yes, Local News Hero is free to play.
Is Local News Hero multiplayer?
Yes, you can play Local News Hero online with other people.
What kind of game is Local News Hero?
Local News Hero is a racing game — cars, planes, boats and anything else that goes fast.
Was Local News Hero made with AI?
Yes — its creator built it with the help of AI, which is why it's called a vibe coded game.
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