These April 2019 games innovations range from video game subscription services to customizable gaming workstations. While examples like Apple Arcade -- a platform that provides gamers with a myriad of titles -- aim to enhance the gaming experience by eliminating ads and the need for in-app purchases, others like the Ingrem Veyron J20 take gaming to new heights with temperature controls, a massage feature and more -- all designed to provide maximum comfort.
An abundance of charitable gaming initiatives round off this list and speak to gamers' and game developers' growing desire to gamify the giving experience. Standouts include the Gamers for Giving's event, which raises money for children's hospitals through interactive e-sports tournaments. GameBlast19 is another notable example and aims to change lives by allowing more people with physical disabilities to play and take part in tournaments.
Top 30 Games Trends in April
From Video Game Subscription Services to Custom Gaming Workstations:
Jana Pijak — Apr 28, 2019 — Tech
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Connected Laser Tag Toys
The Takara Tomy X-Tag Light Gun Works with Your Smartphone
29
HD Android-Powered Portable Consoles
The POWKIDDY X18 Portable Handheld Console is Feature-Rich
28
Apparel-Testing eSports Labs
The H4X L4B is Place to Play Games and Wear-Test Performance Apparel
27
Immersive Massaging Digital Workstations
The Ingrem Veyron J20 Provides Soothing Heat and More
26
Semi-Translucent Game Controllers
The Xbox One Phantom Controller Comes in White and Clear Designs
25
Multiplayer VR Experiences
Magic Leap's Grordbattle is a Hyper-Realistic Action Game
24
Charitable eSports Soccer Events
Gfinity's War Child FC FIFA Tournament Raised Funds for Kids
23
Charitable Celebrity Gaming Tournaments
Deadmau5 Won $20,000 in an Online 'Battle Royale' Game
22
Empowering Promotional Video Games
'Pitaya' is a "Game-Changing Game" from Telecom Company Tuenti
21
Social Good Gaming Platforms
Tiltify Helps Top Livestreamers Raise Money for Charity
20
Inclusive Gaming Organizations
GameBlast19 Changes Lives by Making it Possible for All to Play
19
DIY Console VR Kits
The Nintendo Labo Toy-Con 04 VR Kit Builds Various Different Accessories
18
Convenient Livestreaming Donation Platforms
JustGiving Made It Easier for Gamers to Donate
17
Bold Female Empowerment Campaigns
The Canadian National Film Board's 'Draw Me a Penis' Has a Twist
16
Online Game Charity Tournaments
Skillz & Susan G. Komen Host the Play for the Cure Event
15
Charitable Weekend-Long Gaming Tournaments
Gamers for Giving Raises Funds for Children's Hospitals
14
Empowering Streaming Platform Fundraisers
Twitch and 1000 Dreams Fund Team Up for a Charity Event
13
Charitable eSports Tournaments
ELEAGUE Launches Through a Call of Duty eSports Charity Event
12
VR Ninja Attractions
The VR Ninja Dojo in Tokyo Appeals to Tourists Coming to Japan
11
Charitable Limited Gaming Skins
The BCRF Launched a Charitable Skin in Overwatch: PINK MERCY
10
Next-Gen Gaming Platforms
The Google Stadia Cloud Gaming Service Requires No Updates or Downloads
9
Powerful Wire-Free Game Streamers
The 'Shadow Ghost' Game Streaming Box Offers 4K UHD Resolution
8
Charitable VR Gaming Initiatives
The VR Charity Challenge Game Show is Organized by ESL and Oculus
7
Festive Charitable eSports Streams
Yogscast's Jingle Jam Takes Over Twitch During the Holidays
6
Affordable PC VR Headsets
The Oculus Rift S Boasts Five Separate and Integrated Sensors
5
Video Game Subscription Services
Apple Arcade Provides Gamers with Access to Hundreds of Titles
4
Storytelling VR Puzzle Games
The Creators of Myst are Launching a Next-Gen Game Called 'Firmament'
3
Charity-Focused Gaming Sidekicks
Whomper is a New Gaming Pet by Blizzard and Code.org for WoW
2
Celebrity-Voiced VR Games
'Shadow Point' is a VR Puzzle Game Narrated by Sir Patrick Stewart
1
Show-Inspired Vulgar Video Games
Trover Saves the Universe is an Immersive Rick and Morty Game
Related Ideas
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Microsoft Now Lets Players Stream their Library with xCloud
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Modernized 90s Gaming Consoles
The Analogue 3D Console Upscales N64 Games to 4K
Dedicated Web3 Gaming Platforms
Gamestop is Working with 'Elixir' on a Crypto Gaming Launcher
Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles
This Nintendo Game Boy Concept is 90s-Inspired
3D Display Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Uplight' Game Console Has Interchangeable Components
Handheld K-Beauty Devices
APR Corp. is Bringing Advanced K-Beauty Tech to CES 2024
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
Compact Gamepad Designs
99 City 8's Gamepad Concept Boasts a Hint of Playful Color
Branded Automotive Gaming Controllers
The Ferrari Nintendo Steering Wheel is Highly Detailed
Charging-Friendly Smartphone Controllers
The 'PocketPlay' iPhone Gaming Controller is Feature-Rich
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Consoles
This Steam Deck 2 Concept by Carota Design is Ergonomic
Ergonomic Minimalist Gaming Controllers
The Moenix Game Controller Concept Has a Yoke-Style Design
Promotional Game-Themed Collabs
Microsoft Partnered with Several CPG Brands to Offer Xbox Rewards
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
AI-Powered Choose-Your-Own Adventure Books
Playbrary GPT Merges Literature with Gaming
In-Game Billboard Advertising
Gameloft Enables Partners to Advertise Natively in its Games
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
Modular Handheld Gaming Systems
The 'feeel' Gaming System by Jasmin Kappler is Customizable
Reservation-Based Gaming Retail Initiatives
PlayStation 5 Pro in Japan is for Hardcore Gamers
Fandom-Friendly Campaigns
WhatsApp & Netflix Unite for a Squid Game Fandom Celebration
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
Immersive Sports Fan Platforms
Sony's FavoriteSpace™ Caters to the Sports Fan Communities
Immersive Sports Engagement Solutions
Sportradar Expands Its Partnership with the NBA
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Retro Video Game Stores
Gamestop is Opening 'Retro' Locations to Sell Used Games
Arcade-Style Gaming Controllers
The Octopus Arcade Stick Brings the Arcade to the Living Room
Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Super Mario is Sure to Capture the Attention of Fans
Heritage-Inspired Game Consoles
PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection Nods to the First Console
Inclusive Gaming Tournaments
Logitech G is Hosting a Tournament for Players with Disabilities
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Interactive Video Game-Themed Tours
The Play Nintendo Tour Runs from June 13 to September 2, 2024
Score-Tracking Esports Applications
The Esports World Cup Now Has a Mobile App for Attendees
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Esports CSR Initiatives
The Global Esports Federation Launched a Global Social Impact Initiative
In-Game Advertising Services
StackAdapt Offers Engaging Game Advertising for its Clients
Foldable Gaming Consoles
This Game Boy Flip Concept Pushes the Boundaries of Handheld Gadgets
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
Retro Game-Streaming Services
'Antstream' is the First Licensed Retro Game Service on iPhone
Table-Top Gaming Candles
Gameplay Candles' Table Top Gaming Candles Ignite the Adventure in Us All
Game-Themed Retro Keyboards
Higround and Minecraft Launch a New Collaborative Keyboard Collection
AI-Enhanced Gaming Hardware
GIGABYTE's AORUS is Making a Notable Appearance at Gamescom 2024
Artful Diverse Gaming Backgrounds
The Xbox Celebrates Collection Honors Cultural Heritage
Battle Royale Gaming Peripherals
Razer and KRAFTON Released a Special PUBG Collection of Devices
Game-Inspired PC Peripherals
The Elgato x Starfield Streaming Set Comes with Two Devices
Resort-Inspired Video Games
Nintendo Debuts Super Mario Party Jamboree for Switch
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
Cross-Platform Game Purchases
Xbox Studios Announced that Starfield will be a 'Play Anywhere' Game
Mobile Retro Gaming Apps
The 'Delta' Application is Now Available on iOS Devices
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
AI-Driven Video Game Consoles
The PlayStation 5 Pro Has the Spectral Super Resolution Feature
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Sci-Fi Gaming Chair Covers
The Secretlab Star Wars Collection Now Has New SKINS
Preschool Gaming Subscriptions
The Piknik App Subscription Service Shares Games for Preschoolers
Pay-What-You-Want Gaming Platforms
Humble Bundle Changes Game Distribution with Flexible Pricing
Musician-Themed Online Games
Fortnite Festival Lets Players Get in on the Concert Action
Dynamic Mobile Fashion Games
Tommy Hilfiger Unveils a New Mobile Fashion Game Called FashionVerse
Summer-Themed Gaming Accessories
The Xbox Summer Accessories Collection for 2023 is Dazzling
Interactive App-Themed Game Maps
Twitch Unveiled 'The Glitch' Brand Map in Fortnite for Twitchcon
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
Video Game Refreshment Campaigns
The Suntory x Super Mario Campaign is Playful
Comprehensive Tech Showcase Events
Logitech Announced Gadgets and Software at 'LogiPlay 2024'
Immersive Gaming Activations
The Samsung Odyssey Gaming Booth Launches at Toronto's Union Station
Reimagined Retro Gaming Consoles
The Atari 2600+ Console Brings Back a Classic 1980 System
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Sony Added a Number of Games to its 'PS Plus' Service in June
Summer Console Sales
Anbernic Launched a Site-Wide Sale in Celebration of Amazon Prime Day
Influencer-Based Gaming Activations
Niantic Taps Google to Recruit Creators for Pokémon GO Fest
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Free Urban Adventure Games
Adventure City Games Launches a Consumer-Focused Initiative in BC
Cross-Cultural Esports Programs
USEF and Ghost Gaming Debut the International Esports Exchange
Early-Access TV Gaming Features
Netflix Launches a Limited Beta for its Cloud Gaming Service
Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles
The XGO Handheld Retro Gaming Console Supports 10 Emulators
Ad-Free Gaming Platforms
Subscrible's Latest Gaming Platform is Available on Mobile Devices
Streaming Service Game Controllers
Netflix Unveils a New Game Controller App for iPhones
Cloud Gaming Service Updates
Nvidia Added High-Demand Games to its GeForce Now Game Service
Subscription Game Service Updates
Nintendo Added Four New Games to its Switch Online Service
Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories
The Kojima Productions x Higround Collection Arrives This Month
Work-Ditching Video Game Campaigns
Call of Duty's "Ghost Your Boss" Invites Players to Skip Work
Celebratory Automotive Gaming Consoles
The Porsche x Xbox Consoles Come in Six Styles
Affordable Gaming Chairs
GTPLAYER Has Garnered Acclaim with Its Gaming Chair
Free Gaming Platform Updates
Steam is Updating its Demo System for 2024 with New Features
Advanced Wheelchair Treadmills
Wheely-x Brings Inclusive Mobility and Gaming to CES 2024
Hybrid Game Console Sequels
Nintendo is Sending Out Developer Kits for the Switch 2
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
Game Streaming Service Updates
Sony has Added Several Titles to 'PlayStation Plus Premium'
Collaborative Esports Events
Samsung and GIANTX are Hosting an Activation at EGX Comic Con
All-in-One iGaming Solutions
CrazyGames Unveils a New Collection of Browser-Based Games
Web3 Game Development Platforms
Play and TapNation Launched 'Build Play' to Streamline Development
Game Preservation Initiatives
GOG is Launching an Official Preservation Program for Video Games
Family Game-Sharing Platforms
Valve is Introducing 'Steam Families' to Replace 'Family Sharing'
Gaming Aim Training Tournaments
Logitech G and Aim Lab Launched 'The Gauntlet' Competition
All-Digital Consoles
Microsoft Announced the Digital Xbox Series X & S at the Xbox Games Showcase
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
Sleek Black-Tonal Game Consoles
The New Xbox Series S is Available in a New Tonal Design
Functional Gaming Toys
Nintendo's Latest Gashapon Toys Can be Added as Controller Parts
Enhanced VR Ecosystems
Valve Launches a New Update to its SteamVR 2.0 Platform
African Esports Phone Partnerships
Samsung Ghana Unites with PlayProvince’s Call of Duty Team
Sci-Fi Game-Inspired Game Accessories
Microsoft Unveils a Set of Xbox Tools Inspired by Starfield
Immersive Rhythmic Concert Games
Epic Games Added Guitar Controller Support to 'Fortnite Festival'
Daily Brain Training Games
'10 Games: Daily Brain Training Offers a Suite of Cognitive Games
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
Dedicated Gaming Gear Shops
The Samsung Game Portal is Launching in 30 Countries
In-Car Gaming Systems
Volkswagen Will Feature AirConsole's Video Games in its Vehicles
Large Group Video Games
Nintendo Everybody 1-2-Switch! Supports Up to 100 Players
Streamlined Creative Work Apps
Nvidia Develops an All-in-one App with a Sleek Interface
Mixed-Reality Treasure Hunts
EE is Kicking Off Its Inaugural Game Day with a Special Treasure Hunt
Women's Day-Inspired Tournaments
True Gamer Partners with Sony to Host a Match for Women's Day
Web-Based Mobile Game Stores
Microsoft Mobile Games is Launching a Web-Based Store
FPS Training Tournaments
Logitech G is Partnering with Aim Labs to Host a Training Competition
Mobile TV-Compatible Controllers
Netflix Releases a Mobile Game Controller for TV-Enabled Gaming
Short-Form Gaming Video Apps
'FreshCut' is TikTok for Video Games and Gaming News
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Indian Esports Community Platforms
AA Gaming Launches the AA Play App for Esports Enthusiasts
Youth-Supporting Esports Opportunities
British Esports Launches the PUBG Mobile College Tournament
Gaming-Inspired Headphone Campaigns
Nazarian Films Aims to Engage a Younger Generations
Console Firmware Improvements
Sony Released a New Beta Update For its PS5 Console
Smartphone Game Feature Expansions
Apple's iPhone Event Announced its Upcoming Game Launches
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Regional Gaming Platforms
Indian Esports Group 'AA Gaming' Launched 'AA Play' Platform
Streaming Service-Backed Games
YouTube Is Testing Its Online Games Category Called 'Playables'
Vibrant Celebratory Gaming Consoles
The Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition is Sleek
Social Gaming Calendars
ArcadeCal Helps Gamers Coordinate Their Gaming Sessions
Gamer Organization Apps
Skich Debuts New Features for its Tinder-Style Game Recommendation App
Anime Service-Backed Games
Crunchyroll is Adding Mobile Games to its Subscription-Based Offerings
Console Accessory Applications
Sony Released a Windows Application for PlayStation Peripherals
Superhero-Themed Gaming Consoles
The PlayStation 5 Spider-Man 2 Limited Edition Bundle is Striking
Fantastical Dynamic Game Releases
Square Enix Official Releases the Final Fantasy 14 Game
Comprehensive Console Updates
Sony's Latest Update to the PS5 Adds Accessibility Features
Inclusive Accessibility-Focused Tournaments
Ghost Gaming Hosts the 'Adaptive Gaming Cup'
Esports Wellness Courses
Entain Foundation U.S. Introduces a New Esports Mental Wellness Campaign
Competition-Based Esports Partnerships
Esports World Cup Recruits Heinz, Logitech G, and Secretlab
Online Poker Engagement Features
Stretch Network Confirms the Launch of Three New Features
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
Newspaper Gaming Platforms
kr3m Crafts an Interactive, Reader-Centric Gaming Platform for Le Monde
Charitable Esports Projects
Epic Foundation Launches the Esports for Good Initiative
Digital Game Platform Expansions
Blizzard Announces that it is Launching Overwatch 2 on Steam
PC Platform Expansions
Blizzard Announced its Bringing its Popular Games to the Steam Platform
Online Trivia Platforms
Masters of Trivia Offers a New Take With a Diverse Array of Topics
Orange-Tonal Game Peripherals
CORSAIR Unveils a New Peripherals Collaboration with Call of Duty