The top August 2018 gaming ideas offer a look into gaming experiences of the future, which emphasize tactile components and prioritize a high level of customization for players.
To take the horror game genre in particular to the next level, developers are building virtual reality worlds and offering unique ways for players to face their fears. On its own, VR has the potential to offer a highly immersive gaming experience but some games are making their mark with microphone-based controls and the incorporation of heart rate monitors, which react accordingly to increase the in-game terrors.
Away from consoles and computers, gamers can now partake in visiting sci-fi eSports facilities and kids can even sign up for a Fortnite-inspired fitness class to learn the popular victory dances performed by the characters.
Top 35 Gaming Trends in August

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Skateboarding Game Apps
Skate Icon Nyjah Huston Launched His First Skateboarding Video Game

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Futuristic eSports Training Facilities
OMG's eSports Facility Draws Inspiration for Sci-Fi Films

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Manual Controller Smartphone Cases
The GEED H1 Phone Controller Turns Smartphones into Consoles
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Video Game-Inspired Cookbooks
The Fallout Cookbook Turns Apocalyptic Food into Culinary Treats
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Gaming-Inspired Fitness Classes
David Lloyd Clubs' Classes for Kids & Teens are Based on Fortnite
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Kid-focused AR Gaming Toys
Plugo is an Educational AR Gaming System Introducing STEM to Kids
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Official Battle Royale Cosplays
Official Fortnite Cosplay Brings Items and Costumes to Real-Life
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Retro Video Game Journals
The Super Mario Moleskine Collection Strongly Raises Nostalgia
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Connected Board Game Consoles
The 'Hubiz' Audio Gaming Device Offers Endless Opportunities
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Sci-Fi Video Game Machines
Halo: Fireteam Raven Brings the Iconic Series to Arcades
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DIY Retro Game Consoles
The Odroid-Go Console Kit Lets Users Create a Portable Handheld System
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AI-Powered Chess Boards
This Smart Chess Board Lets Player Practice Against AI and Play Online
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DIY Wireless Controllers
These Wireless Controller Mod-Kits Modernize Classic Controllers
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AR Tennis Match Games
Snapchat and Wimbledon have Partnered to Show Tennis in Bitmoji Form
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Shark-Inspired Gaming Skins
Fortnite's Shark Week Skins Celebrate the Iconic TV Event
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Microphone-Based Horror Games
Stifled Forces Players to Use Their Voice to Hide from a Monster
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Accessible Game Controller Packaging
The Xbox Adaptive Controller Comes in Easily Opened Packaging
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Passive Multiplayer Games
Ashen Has Players and NPC Remain Indistinguishable from One Another
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Retro-Inspired Gaming Controllers
The PDP GameCube Controllers Come in Three Design Styles
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Celebratory Video Game Cleats
Limited-Edition Madden 99 Cleats Were Presented to Three NFL Players
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Vibrational Music-Making Devices
The 'MUTE' Musical Instrument Lets Users Feel the Music
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Military-Backed eSports Tournaments
Army Entertainment is Hosting a Gaming Event for Army Members
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Optical Mechanical Keyboards
The HP Omen Sequencer is a Tactile Dream for Any PC Gamer
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Entry Level Console Bundles
The Electric Blue Nintendo 2DS Bundle will Retail for $80
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Virtual Nightclub Building Games
Grand Theft Auto Online Lets Players Build a Virtual Nightclub
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War Zone Survival Games
'Orphan Age' Presents Survival Through a Child's Eyes
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Pocket-Sized Laptop GPUs
The 'eX Core' Portable GPU Turns Laptops in Impressive Gaming Rigs
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Streaming Success Camps
The Twitch Creator Camp Helps Aspiring Streamers Build Their Careers
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Drone-Navigating Sci-Fi Games
The Ice Caves of Europa is More than a Drone Simulator Game
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Driver-Encompassing Simulators
The Vesaro I Formula Professional Stage 7 Simulator is Immersive
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Biometric Horror Games
'Bring to Light' Amplifies the VR Horror Game Genre with a Heart Monitor
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Child-Focused Streaming Services
Tankee is a Kid-Friendly Streaming Service for Video Games
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Toxicity-Curbing Chat Filters
'Rainbow Six Siege' is Cracking Down on Hate Speech with Bans
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Vehicular Cardboard Gaming Kits
The Nintendo Labo Vehicle Kit Immerses Players in Content
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Baby-Simulating VR Games
Baby Hands Lets Players Become a VR Baby
Related Ideas
Immersive Wellness-Focused AI Campaigns
AI Wellness Has Introduced the Ask My Avatar Challenge
Next-Gen Virtual Merch Stores
The Benfica Immersive Store Assists Customers with an AI Concierge
Tactile Modular Gaming Consoles
The LUMI DREAMSTATION-02 by Bukvity Lorisz is Shapeshifting
3D Display Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Uplight' Game Console Has Interchangeable Components
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
AI-Based Football Predictions
Field Vision Debuts Field Vision Sports, a New Curated App
Shooter Game Console Releases
FragPunk Launches for Xbox and PlayStation on April 29
AI-Powered Dating Simulators
The Game Game by Tinder Makes Meet-Cute Scenarios Less Intimidating
Game-Enhancing AI Assistants
NVIDIA G-Assist can Tune a Computer or Provide Helpful Hints
Mindful Handheld Gaming Systems
The Conceptual 'Kimera' Handheld Gaming Console is Immersive
Lego-Centric Apps
The 'Brick My World' App Turns Reality into LEGO Creations
Virtual Reality Fidelity Updates
Meta Updated the Passthrough on its Meta Quest 3 Headset
Entertaining AI-Driven Experiences
Lotte and Arbitrum Partner for the Coalesced 'Lotte Caliverse'
80s-Inspired E-Ink Gaming Consoles
The 'Ink Console' Offers a Series of Text-Driven Adventures
Immersive Action-Adventure Games
'MindsEye' is an Upcoming Open-World Game from Seasoned Devs
Chaotic Grooming Games
Philips OneBlade Body Royale Blends Grooming and Gaming on Fortnite
Mixed-Reality Makeup Studios
Kosé Corporation Debuted a Beauty-Tech Innovation at CES 2025
AI Post-Apocalyptic Cities
Top10Casinos Explores the Future, Inspired by the Dune Universe
Emotionally Rewarding Multiplayer Games
Toca Boca Days Helps Tweens Find a Sense of Belonging
Immersive Brand Concepts
LG Hosted its 'Affectionate Intelligence' Event at CES 2025
Gaming-Ready Mini Desktop PCs
The Bosgame M5 AI Features the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 Chips
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
GenAI Gameplay Ideators
Muse by Microsoft is the First World and Human Action Model
Stylish Gaming Controllers
The Xbox Wireless Controller Nocturnal Vapor Special Edition is Chic
Gamer-Centric Fast Food Campaigns
Burger King's Gaming Campaign to Rewards “Burger-to-King” Goals
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
Immersive Mobile Gaming Solutions
Viture x 8BitDo Ultimate Mobile Controller Supports XR Glasses
Monstrous AI-Powered Gaming Chairs
The Razer Cthulhu Gaming Chair Has Six Arms for Multitasking
AI Game Development Tools
Roblox Revealed a Suite of New AI Dev Tools at GDC 2025
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
AI Retail Wearables
Augmodo SmartBadges Track Tasks and Inventory in Real Time
Celebratory VR Promotions
Zero Latency VR is an Expert in Free-Roam Virtual Reality Entertainment
Scent-Releasing Gaming Devices
The 'Gamescent' Syncs with Gameplay to Add a Sense of Smell
Hands-Free Snack Dippers
Hum Hum by Heinz Helps Gamers Eat While They Play
Biological Material Game Controllers
A Team of Designers Dream up the BioHybrid Device Controller
Mixed-Reality Fitness Applications
Kinneta Showcased a Variety of VR Fitness Apps at AWE 2025
Mixed-Reality Wellness Apps
Alo Moves XR Creates Immersive Fitness Experiences on Meta Quest 3
Immersive VR Thriller Games
PlaySide Studios Announced 'Shattered' Thriller for VR Consoles
Virtual Reality Bendable Controllers
Minkyu Oh Designs the Cogito Concept with AR Technology
AI Video Insights
Sora Creators Curates Trending AI-Generated Videos from Twitter in Real-Time
GenAI Marketplaces
Arcade Turns Ideas into Purchasable Products with the Aid of GPT Image 1
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Anthropomorphized Gaming Systems
The 'Playdate' Handheld Gaming Device Has a Charming Function
Interactive Video Game-Themed Tours
The Play Nintendo Tour Runs from June 13 to September 2, 2024
Guided Challenge Party Games
Tomy's Human Controller Game Involves a Connected Headset
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Immersive Halloween-Themed VR Experiences
Zero Latency VR Offers Suspenseful 'Halloween Thrills'
Full-Body Motion-Tracking Game Systems
Rebuff Reality 'BodyLink' Offers a Modernized Experience
Game Development AI Tools
Gaxos.AI Launched Gaxos Labs to Streamline Game Development
Gamified Virtual Fitness Apps
GymPet Transforms Workouts Like an Interactive Game
Family-Friendly VR Games
MixRift's Battle Orb Brings the Fun of Physics to Family VR Gameplay
Digital Board Game Tables
The Arena from Game Theory Tables Enables Smart Tabletop Gaming
AI-Powered Adventure Apps
The 'Globe Chaser' App Features Geocaching-Inspired Tours
High-Performance Handheld Gaming Consoles
The MSI Claw 8 AI+ Has Hall Effect Triggers and More
Military Game Peripheral Collections
Corsair Unveiled a Hardware Collection with Call of Duty
Immersive Scent-Based Devices
Aromajoin Unveiled Two Immersive Scent Devices for VR Gaming
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
Impactful Gaming Experiences
Humanity Games Combines Retro Gameplay With Real-World Lessons
Egg-Centric Metaverse Games
American Egg Board Launched a Tower of Eggs Pop-Up on Roblox
Interactive Game-Based Fitness Platforms
Ergatta & iFIT Join Forces to Make Workouts More Engaging
AI-Powered Gaming Co-Pilots
Razer Unveils the Project AVA AI Assistant for Gamers
Gamified Workout Apps
'Workout Quest' Merges Workout Data with AI and Technology
AR Watch Try-Ons
Perfect Corp. and TIMEZ Created a Digital Experience for Luxury Watch Shopping
Visual-Aiding AI Gaming Features
JBL Quantum Introduces the Inclusive Guide Play Feature
Text-to-Video AI Avatars
AI Studios Brings Content to Life
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Remastered Zombie Survival Games
Bend Studio Announced 'Days Gone Remastered' for April 25th
AI-Powered Gaming Ecosystems
Razer Unveiled its New 'Wyvrn' Ecosystem to Enhance Gaming
AI Fitness Platforms
'The Fittest' Gamifies Workouts with AI, Allowing Users to Set Personal Goals
Social-Focused Childrens Games
Dragon Snacks Games' 'Solar Punk' Will Act as a Social Hub
Elevated Audio Product Lines
HAVIT Showcases Innovative Audio Technologies at CES 2025
AI-Powered Lifestyle Photography
Nextech3D.AI Introduces New Features for its Ecommerce AI Studio
Immersive 3D Fitness Games
Ergatta’s Latest Fitness Offering is the Wavelength Game
Virtual Reality Dance Games
Ubisoft Prepares to Launch Just Dance VR: Welcome to Dancity
Interactive App-Themed Game Maps
Twitch Unveiled 'The Glitch' Brand Map in Fortnite for Twitchcon
Virtual Reality Gameplay Chairs
The New Roto VR Explorer Chair Rotates with Virtual Movement
3D Holographic Game Experiences
VividQ Launched a New Modern Warfare 2 3D Experience
Atmospheric Horror Adventure Games
Epic Games is Working with Section 9 on 'End of Abyss'
Survival Horror VR Games
Survios is Developing 'Alien: Rogue Incursion' for Horror Fans
Transformative Gaming Experiences
The First Berserker: Khazan Sets a New Standard for 3D Gaming
AI-Accelerated Gaming Assistants
Microsoft's 'Copilot for Gaming' will Provide Real-Time Aid
AI-Powered Game Campaigns
G2A.COM Unveils AI-Powered 'Best Gate 2 Play' Campaign
Unsettling Mystery Action Games
Blumhouse Games' 'Fear the Spotlight' is an Engaging Eerie Story
Horror-Themed VR Worlds
Blumhouse is Creating the 'Horrorverse' for Meta Quest 3
Haunting Gaming Adventures
The New Hauntii XBOX Game Is Super Mario Inspired
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Sony Added a Number of Games to its 'PS Plus' Service in June
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Innovative Game Collections
Particula Redefines Play and Learning with Elevated Classics
Influencer-Based Gaming Activations
Niantic Taps Google to Recruit Creators for Pokémon GO Fest
AI Dare Generators
AI Truth or Dare Puts a Personalized Twist on the Classic Game
Free Urban Adventure Games
Adventure City Games Launches a Consumer-Focused Initiative in BC
AI Image Trivia
In Guess the AI, Players are Tasked with Finding the Word Within an Image
Collaborative Gaming Peripherals
Razer Releases a New Fortnite Gaming Peripherals Collection
Industry-Leading VR Headsets
HTC is Returning to The VR Industry with a New Gaming Headset
Virtual Idol Game Crossovers
Fortnite Festival and Hatsune Miku Bring Vocaloid to Modern Gaming
Streaming Series Video Games
The 'Thronglets' Game is Inspired by a Black Mirror Episode
Cloud Gaming Service Updates
Nvidia Added High-Demand Games to its GeForce Now Game Service
Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories
The Kojima Productions x Higround Collection Arrives This Month
Affordable Gaming Chairs
GTPLAYER Has Garnered Acclaim with Its Gaming Chair
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
Strategic AI Wordplay Games
Vocab Scrabble Puts an Innovative Twist on the Classic Game
3D Handheld Gaming PCs
The Tencent 3D One Doesn't Require Glasses for Immersive Graphics
Extreme Sporting Video Games
'Descenders Next' Pushes the Limits of Thrill Sports in Gaming
Robot Character Digital Games
Sony Introduces the New Astro Bot Adventure Game
AI-Controlled Motorsport Simulations
AI Simulated Racing Controls the Cars and Racing Strategy
Gaming Aim Training Tournaments
Logitech G and Aim Lab Launched 'The Gauntlet' Competition
Classic Board Game Remakes
Dungeons & Dragons Takes on a Celebratory Modernized Update
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
Virtual AR Adventures
Spin Genie Launches 'AR Treasure Quest'
VR-Based First-Person Shooter Games
SGEntertec Debuts the Highly Anticipated Bounty City
Co-Branded Game Controllers
Sony and Team Asobi Launched an 'Astro Bot' Edition Dualsense
Temperature-Sensitive Gaming Chairs
Razer Unveils the 'Project Arielle' Chair with Unique Cushions
AI Design-Philosophy Books
Ambient Agents Meltface Typeface Studies the Future of AI Design
Immersive Rhythmic Concert Games
Epic Games Added Guitar Controller Support to 'Fortnite Festival'
Responsive Gamer Chair Cushions
The Razer Freyja Haptic Gaming Cushion Immerses Players
Futuristic Latin FPS Games
Reburn's 'La Quimera' Will Soon Debut on PC Via Steam Platform
Gamified Geography Applications
'Geoguessr' Challenges Players' Knowledge of the World
Contemporary Classic Horror Games
Still Wakes the Deep Immerses Players in a Scary Game
Daily Brain Training Games
'10 Games: Daily Brain Training Offers a Suite of Cognitive Games
Versatile Spatial Computers
The Play for Dream MR Was Unveiled at CES 2025 in Las Vegass
AI-Driven Gaming Platforms
GamerBoom Has Released Version 1.3 of Its Desktop Client
ARM-Based Gaming Processors
Qualcomm's Upcoming G-Series Processors are Engineered for Gaming
Women's Day-Inspired Tournaments
True Gamer Partners with Sony to Host a Match for Women's Day
FPS Training Tournaments
Logitech G is Partnering with Aim Labs to Host a Training Competition
Fast-Paced Robot FPS Games
Roboquest is an Action Roguelike with a Deep Progression System
Horror Franchise-Themed Games
A Paranormal Activity Game is Currently in the Works
High-Motion VR Action Games
Attack on Titan VR Lets Players Hunt Massive Monsters in the Metaverse
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Action-Focused VR Games
Skydance's Behemoth is a Large-Scale Action Game for the Quest 3
Youth-Supporting Esports Opportunities
British Esports Launches the PUBG Mobile College Tournament
Gaming-Inspired Headphone Campaigns
Nazarian Films Aims to Engage a Younger Generations
Casual MR Gaming Companies
'MixRift' Raised over $1.6M to Fund its Mixed Reality Game Development
Mentally Stimulating Game Collections
Fresh Words: Word Game Boasts Engaging and Challenging Games
Web3 Gaming Ecosystems
NEOWIZ is Launching the 'Adventure' Web3 Gaming Platform
2D Forensic Investigation Games
Gravity Recently Released the Tokyo Psychodemic Game
Dynamic Quizzing Experiences
Qwhiz Offers Daily Fun and Leaderboards to Compete with Friends
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
Orange-Tonal Game Peripherals
CORSAIR Unveils a New Peripherals Collaboration with Call of Duty