20 of the Most Unexplainable Glitches In the Matrix We Saw This Year

Glitches in the matrix will always be here to keep us on our toes. 2024 has just about wrapped up, and with that comes the time for reflection. As with any year, this one surely had its ups and downs. Who knows what shape that took for you. We’re going to focus in on some of the strangest and downright eery glitch in the matrix moments that took this last year of 2024 by storm.

1. Caught the aurora 2 weeks ago and saw a weird X in the sky.

A stunning display of the northern lights fills the night sky with vibrant green and red hues above a silhouetted landscape with trees. The aurora's colors blend seamlessly, creating an enchanting and ethereal atmosphere.
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2. Unusually big sun today in Bucharest, Romania.

The image shows a sunny street scene in the late afternoon. The sun is low, casting long shadows. Trees with autumn leaves line the sidewalk. A blue car is parked on the right, and pedestrians are in the distance near a modern building.
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3. Spotted an ocean in the sky. Now that’s a glitch in the matrix.

A rural road leads into the distance under a dramatic sky filled with thick, swirling gray clouds. The horizon is lined with dark trees, and the ominous sky dominates the scene, creating a sense of impending weather change.
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4. Talk about a sizable glitch in the matrix.

Trees in a parking lot are covered with tarps, giving them an unusual, bulbous shape. Cars are parked nearby under a blue sky with scattered clouds.
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5. These cars have the same license plate.

Two identical white Toyota Prius cars are on a road; one is on a flatbed truck, and the other is driving behind. Both cars have the same license plate number: 2XRH13. The background shows a clear sky and a tall communication tower.
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6. There seems to be a glitch in the matrix going on here.

Two identical men in blue jackets and brown boots walk on a city sidewalk, passing by an older man pushing a stroller. The street is paved with geometric tiles and has modern lampposts. The scene is viewed from above.
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7. This is right out of Harry Potter.

A wide gravel path lined with tall, symmetrical, leafless trees that form a triangular pattern on the left side, contrasting with irregularly pruned trees on the right. The sky is overcast, creating a monochromatic, wintery atmosphere.
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8. One branch of this cherry tree stays longer green.

A tree with vibrant red and orange leaves in a grassy area, illuminated by streetlights at night. In the background, there are multi-story buildings under a dark sky. Fallen leaves are scattered on the ground.
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9. This cloud seems to be a bit confused.

A cloudy sky with numerous fluffy gray clouds above a row of buildings in the distance. The foreground features a grassy field and streetlights, creating a calm, overcast scene.
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10. No idea what’s going on in the sky here.

Vibrant sunset with pink and purple clouds fills the sky above a parking lot. A streetlight casts a glow on the wet pavement, and a few cars are visible in the distance. A brightly lit sign can be seen on the right side.
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11. They really nailed it with the matching backpacks.

A group of people, mostly wearing backpacks and casual winter clothing, walk along a path in a park. Two individuals with yellow backpacks are walking side by side, while others engage in conversation. The ground is partially covered with mulch and grass.
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12. Devs need to fix the sky.

A serene sky at dusk with the moon visible. To the left, dark storm clouds contrast with a clear blue sky on the right, reflecting subtle pink and orange hues near the horizon. A faint beam of light stretches upward in the center.
u/aheaven/via redddit.com

13. Okay, now this is just too much.

A detached car bumper lying in the middle of a wet street, close to a moving bus. The street is shiny from rain, and pedestrians can be seen in the background.
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14. The dents are really sealing the deal on this glitch in the matrix.

Two beige minivans are parked next to each other in a parking lot, adjacent to a tall, plain gray wall. A red stripe runs vertically along part of the wall. The scene is calm and overcast.
u/themsaid/via reddit.com

15. A vintage glitch in the matrix.

A person holding an ice cream cone with the scoop positioned incorrectly at the tip of the cone. The packaging shown reads "Galaxy" and displays a picture of a normal ice cream cone.
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16. The horse seems to still be buffering.

Two horses walking across a wide, open road in a vast, barren landscape under a clear blue sky. The horizon is flat, and there are thin, wispy clouds overhead.
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17. Seriously though, what happened to the rest of the building.

Tall glass skyscraper with illuminated windows against a cloudy evening sky, rising behind a red-brick building with ornate architectural details and a tree in the foreground.
u/thehopeofitall/via reddit.com

18. The aliens seem to have arrived.

A bright sun shines in a blue sky with scattered clouds. A distinct hole-punch cloud formation is visible, creating an unusual circular gap amidst the clouds. The foreground shows a silhouette of land and a vertical pole.
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19. The shadows don’t seem to be rendering properly.

A snowy street scene at night, illuminated by a single lamppost. Snow covers the ground and nearby rooftops, and a bare tree stands next to a building with a window.
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20. A literal ripple in reality has shown itself.

A strip mall parking lot with several parked cars under a cloudy sky. The distinctive clouds form a symmetrical, vertical line across the sky, creating a unique visual effect. Several storefronts are visible in the background.
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