The Playable Billboard
Bringing Real Magic to Times Square
Creating unexpected moments of human connection in world’s busiest place with a retro Coca-Cola game.To resonate with a diverse, globally connected audience, WPP Open X, led by Grey, transformed Coca-Cola’s iconic billboard in Times Square into an interactive gaming experience. This approach brought to life the brand’s global “Real Magic” platform in a whole new way.
The Billboard You Can Play Together
Famous
By integrating a universally loved video game into the bustling environment of Times Square, we sparked real human connections, enjoyed over an ice-cold Coke. New Yorkers and tourists alike came together to play, amplifying Coca-Cola’s message of human connection in an increasingly digital age.
Effective
The iconic billboard earned over 6.8 million impressions. We also facilitated over 234 unique interactions among strangers (equal to two crowded subway cars). And the average gameplay lasted over five minutes, turning an ordinary day into extraordinary moments of human connection.
Partners
The Playable Billboard’ was created by WPP Open X, led by Grey, supported by Subvrsive and Ogilvy PR to transform the iconic billboard into a live interactive experience, capturing the essence of Coca-Cola’s ‘Real Magic’ campaign and engaging a diverse audience in the heart of New York City.