From fashion-focused metaverses and branded avatars to play-to-earn NFT platforms, the top December 2021 games offer an indication as to what players can look forward to in the world of gaming next year and beyond.
The worlds of fashion and technology are continuing to collide thanks to partnerships between games and high-end companies. Recently, Xbox and Gucci collaborated on limited-edition branded consoles, and Moncler and Fortnite created a range of reactive skins to outfit players' avatars.
To support gamers in comfort and style, and provide as much of a sense of immersion as possible, brands are creating everything from rapid-fire gaming peripherals and special-edition chairs to accessible headsets. As the very nature of gaming is changing, so are the products that help to facilitate dynamic and entertaining experiences.
Top 40 Games Trends in December
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Game-Building Advent Calendars
The Electronic Games Advent Calendar Shares a New Component Daily
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Virtual Vegan Clothing
H&M Recreated Its Newest Fashion Collection in Animal Crossing
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Colorful Celebratory Gaming Chairs
Riot Games and Secretlab Release a Jinx Edition Gaming Chair
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Festive Metaverse Shops
Fortnite is Hosting a Virtual John Lewis Store Within Its Game
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Branded Gaming Consoles
'Xbox' and 'Gucci' are Teaming Up for Fashionable Consoles and Apparel
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Customizable RGB Mouses
High-End Keyboard Brand Keychron Launches its First Mouse, the M1
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Virtual Villager Cards
Nintendo Releases Series 5 of the Animal Crossing amiibo Cards
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Multi-Platform Console Adaptors
GameSir Launched the VX2 AimBox for Multi-Platform Gaming
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Play-to-Earn Fantasy NFTs
Elementa NFT Characters Put a Unique Spin on Digital Collectibles
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Arcade Game-Themed Smartphones
OnePlus Introduces New Special Edition PAC-MAN Mobile Phone
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Hackable Handheld Gaming Consoles
The 8BitCADE Level UP Helps Users Learn to Code
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Smartphone-Like Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual XBOX Series A Handheld Console is Ultra-Compact
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Gamer-Specific Health Supplements
MADMONQ Launches Esports Daily Supplement for Hardcore Gamers
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Cryptocurrency-Themed Gaming Apps
Fold AR Has Players Explore to Mine for Bitcoin
26
Luxury Virtual Skiwear
Moncler x Fortnite References the 6 Moncler 1017 Alyx 9SM Collection
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AR-Enabled NFT Football Hunts
State Farm Launches First-Ever NFT with Accompanying AR Activation
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Pizza-Themed Trivia Games
Pizza Pursuit is a Digital Trivia Game with Prizes for Pizza Hut Fans
23
Avatar Fashion Metaverses
ICON Enables Gamers to Produce NFTs from Virtual Assets Created In-Game
22
Retro Digital Pet Collaborations
Bandai Teamed with Sanrio for Gudetama Tamagotchi
21
Digital Laser-Powered Blaster Toys
The Nerf Laser Strike Two-Player Laser Tag Set is Ammo-Free
20
Rejuvenated iOS Gaming Apps
The 'Backbone+' App Brings Boosted Connectivity & Streaming Services
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Pro-Grade Handheld Gaming Units
The AYANE 2021 AMD Ryzen Gaming PC is Powerful
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Compact Portable Storage Drives
OWC Launches Innovative Mini USB-C Storage Solution
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Accessibility-Focused Gaming Features
Xbox Debuted New Features for Players with Disabilities
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Hand-Painted Video Game Menswear
The Sims 4 Modern Menswear Kit Features Designs by Stefan Cooke
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Sporty Social Gaming Platforms
This Platform Brings Interactivity to Online Sports-Based Gaming
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Racing Wheel-Inspired Joysticks
The John Varvatos Joystick Boasts a Futuristic Design
13
Disability-Focused Gaming Databases
Can I Play That? Offers Accessibility Information to Gamers
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Elderly-Friendly Gaming Subscriptions
'Arkadium Advantage' Makes Gaming Accessible to the Elderly
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Heat-Resistant Gaming Smartphones
These Phones Beat the Heat Through Active Cooling Technology
10
Rapid-Fire Wireless Gaming Mice
This Mouse Was Co-Designed By Pro Gamer Michael Grzesiek
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Anime-Video Game Collaborations
Fortnite and Naruto Release New Game Bundles
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Retro Game Controllers
The Nintendo Switch Sega Mega Drive Controller is Now Available
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Accessible Feature-Rich Gaming Headsets
The SPC Gear VIRO Infra is Launching for Sale at €38
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Streamlined PC Gaming Apps
The Xbox App Offers Easy Access to Game Files and Downloads
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eSports Live-Stream Features
'ESportsBattle' Debuts New Heart-Rate Monitor for Stream Enhancement
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Premium Wireless Gaming Headsets
The HyperX Cloud Core Headphones are Ideal for Hardedcore Gamers
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Family-Friendly Platformer Games
Skybound Games and ManaVoid Have Launched a Family-Friendly RPG
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Cooperative Stream Viewing Features
'Twitch' Now Features Support for SharePlay on Apple Devices
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Immersive PC Gamer Monitors
The AGON Q27G2S-EU Gaming Monitor Offers Precision Imagery
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Monthly Free Game Bundles
Sony Confirmed its Three Free Titles on PlayStation for June
Gamified Metaverse Stores
Lacoste is Virtually Inviting Shoppers into the Jaws of a Croc
NFT-Enabled Watch Capsules
Casio to Launch a Virtual G-SHOCK Watch Using the Polygon Platform
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
Interactive Arcade Storefronts
JD & Snap London Created an AR Storefront for Christmas
Digitally-Collectible Footwear Items
Epic Games is Now Selling 'Kicks' in Fortnite
Expressive AR Fashion
Innovation Metaverse Design Story is a Digital Collection from H&M
Collaborative Gamer-Focused Apparel
Blvck Paris Works With Fortnite on a Lifestyle Collection
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Virtual Modeling Metaverses
Heidi Klum's Modelverse on Roblox Supports Creative Self-Expression
Digital Metaverse Sportswear
Adidas x Rush X on Roblox Shares Apparel & Accessories for Avatars
Novel AI-Generated Product Designs
Arcade Introduced a Transformative AI Product Creation Platform
In-Game Billboard Advertising
Gameloft Enables Partners to Advertise Natively in its Games
Promotional Game-Themed Collabs
Microsoft Partnered with Several CPG Brands to Offer Xbox Rewards
Digital Footwear Experiences
Reebok Impact is a Next-Gen Shoe Experience with AI and Wearables
Gaming-Inspired Fashion Collections
Charli Cohen x Diablo IV Hit Selfridges Stores in the UK
Metaverse Fashion Collections
The DRx X Walker World Collab Features Digital & Physical Apparel
Metaverse-Launched Luxury Fashion Collections
The Coach Spring 2024 Capsule is in the Metaverse
Convenience Store Metaverses
7-Eleven is Unveiling an Immersive Virtual World at CES 2023
Playful Entrepreneurial Metaverses
e.l.f. UP! on Roblox Helps Gen Z & Gen Alpha Build Skills
Bright Video Game-Inspired Footwear
Onitsuka Tiger Launches a Street Fighter-inspired Sneaker
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
Virtual Beauty Brand Ambassadors
Nars Cosmetics Unveiled a Trio of Meta-humans—the Power Players
Youth Metaverse Advertising Initiatives
Roblox Announced an Advertising Partnership with PubMatic
Virtual Monster Sneakers
LG Electronics is Unveiling Digital Shoe NFTs at CES 2023
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
NFT Fashion Runways
Vivienne Tam AW23 Fused Physical & Digital Elements
Avant-Garde AR Wearables
Guild and the Fabricant Launched the Ground-Breaking 'Master Peace'
Metaverse Watch Shops
Casio is Opening a Virtual G-SHOCK STORE in the Metaverse
Uplifting Beauty Metaverses
Sol de Janeiro Universe Inspires Joy & Confidence Within Roblox
In-Game Fashion Collections
DKNY and Roblox are Debuting a 20-Piece Virtual Collection
Egg-Centric Metaverse Games
American Egg Board Launched a Tower of Eggs Pop-Up on Roblox
Collectable Pet Metaverses
Littlest Pet Shop is Reaching a New Generation of Collectors on Roblox
Metaverse Footwear Capsules
Maison Margiela Introduces the MetaTabi Collection in the Metaverse
Fashion Styling Games
Revolve Provides an Immersive Shopping Experience on Bellemint
Interactive Beauty Metaverses
Fenty Beauty's First Campaign on Roblox Has Mazes & Scavenger Hunts
Collaborative Streaming Game Experiences
Netflix and Roblox Partnered for a Digital Theme Park
Digital Holiday Dresses
Bershka x DressX Digital Going Out Collection Targets Gen Z Customers
Gamified Fashion Customizations
DKNY x FashionVerse Create an Immersive Fashion-Forward Universe
Fashionable Phygital Coats
Private Policy AW23 Took to the Metaverse
Holographic Game-Inspired Apparel
PUMA Unveils a New Collaboration with PlayStation
Gamer-Targeted Beauty Collabs
Revolution Beauty x Fortnite Features Favorite Game Characters
Kindness-Boosting Beauty Metaverses
Color dare by essence Launched for Pride Month on Roblox
Sneaker Digital Crossover Realms
Nike and Fortnite Join Forces on the Airphoria Digital Reality
Collaboration Cosmetic Video Games
The Revlon x Redecor Fire & Ice Campaign is Interactive
Metaverse Shopping Malls
Avatly Offers a New Hybrid Shopping Experience for Avatars
Trendy Metaverse Sportswear
adidas Enters the Virtual World Through a Roblox Collaboration
Interactive Activewear Metaverses
Alo Yoga Launches a Virtual Reality Shopping Experience
Metaverse Beauty Events
Metaverse Beauty Week is the First Annual Beauty Festival in the Metaverse
Web3 Fashion Show Initiatives
Runway Magazine Launches Re-Inventing the Runway
Influencer-Led Virtual Shops
Walmart Launches the New Walmart Realm Digital E-Commerce Experience
Board Game-Themed Fashions
The Shoe Palace x Monopoly Collection Includes an Array of Styles
Athlete-Led Web3 Sports Platforms
LootMogul is a Sports Metaverse Powered by Virtual Assets
Gamified Tennis Metaverses
Race to Wimbledon is a Fast-Paced Game on Fortnite
Viral Dress-Up Game Modes
The 'Dress to Impress' Game Mode on Roblox is a Viral Sensation
Arcade-Style Metaverse Games
JD Sports Steps into the Metaverse with 'King of the Game'
Experiential In-Game Partnerships
Karta Studio Partners with Metaverse Game Platform ZEPETO
Metaverse Fashion Malls
Users Can Virtually Try on Mango Designs in Roblox's Outfit Shopping Mall
Model-Created Fashion Metaverses
Karlie Kloss' Fashion Klossette is a Virtual Fashion Destination
Survival Crafting Metaverses
LEGO Fortnite Fosters Creativity and Collaborative Play
Revived Retro Internet Games
Neopets is Celebrating its 25th Anniversary with New Revivals
Metaverse Apparel Collections
Forever 21 Unveils a Metaverse-Based Fashion Collection on Roblox
Web3 Gaming Platforms
Nifty Island Launches a New Social Gaming Platform for NFT Use
Metaverse Development Marketplaces
Roblox Announced its New 'Creator Store' Platform
Teddy Bear Metaverses
Build-A-Bear Tycoon on Roblox Brings the Brand's Workshop to the Metaverse
Holiday NFT Wearables
Prada Launches a Timecapsule NFT Collection for the Holidays
Wintry Beauty Metaverses
The Givenchy Beauty House on Roblox is a Festive Virtual Escape
Digital-First Fashion Houses
House of Blueberry Backs Female Design & Aesthetic in the Metaverse
Data-Driven Esports Partnerships
Electronic Arts Teams Up with Stats Perform Ahead of FC24
Digital Activewear Apparel
Alo Yoga Unveils a Digital Collection for Multiple Metaverses
Sportswear-Branded Game Bundles
adidas Enters the Fortnite Universe with a Versatile Bundle
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Fantastical Footwear Metaverses
Clarks' Playprints World on Roblox is an Immersive Escape
Playful Intergalactic Graphic Streetwear
Lorenz Presents its New Graphic Capsule for FW23
Musician-Themed Online Games
Fortnite Festival Lets Players Get in on the Concert Action
Makeup-Focused Metaverse Worlds
NYX Professional Makeup Unveils a Metaverse Experience in Roblox
Metaverse Dating Platforms
RDC 2023 Shared a Vision for the Future of Dating and Roblox
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
Virtual Car Meetups
7-Eleven is Inviting Fans to Meet Virtually in Fortnite
Advertising E-Commerce Tools
Tokens Launches the Valor E-Commerce Platform for QR Code Advertising
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
Musical Makeup Metaverses
Maybelline's Makeup Your Mix Campaign Immerses Roblox Users
Multifaceted Fashion Metaverses
AeroWorld is an Immersive Virtual World from Aéropostale
Metaverse Circus Games
Cirque Du Soleil Launches a Build-Your-Own Circus Game on Roblox
Nostalgic Spring-Ready Fashion Capsules
Filling Pieces Unveils its Gelato Games Capsule for SS24
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Magical Game Collaborations
Disney is Investing in Epic Games and Launching Fortnite Content
Exploratory Fashion Metaverses
H&M's Loooptopia Helps Fans Discover Their Digital Fashion Identity
Digital Fashion Teasers
Fabricant, the Digital Fashion House, Debuts a Teaser for Its New Line
Digital Haircare Activations
Amika's Roblox Debut Invites Players into the 'Amikaverse'
Artist-Inspired Game Events
Lady Gaga Will Make Her Digital Debut in the Fortnite Festival
Level-Building Game Modes
Epic Games Has Launched a New Creative Mode in Fall Guys
Game Console-Branches Streetwear
PlayStation Joins F.C. Real Bristol and SOPH on a Fashion Capsule
Stylish Metaverse-Based Fashion
Swear London Unveils its First NFT Collection with Skinvaders
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Esports Hat Collections
FURIA Partners with New Era for a Hat Merchandise Collaboration
Digital Luxury Apparel
Meta and Valentino Have Partnered to Launch a Line of Digital Clothing
Collaborative Gaming Peripherals
Razer Releases a New Fortnite Gaming Peripherals Collection
Seasonal Gamer Ornaments
Hallmark Launches a Variety of Gamer-Approved Ornaments for the Holidays
Football-Inspired Menswear Collections
The BOSS x NFL 2024 Capsule is Chic and Ultra-Sporty
High-Fashion NFT Collections
Eikonikos' AVRA Collection Can Be Worn by Metaverse Avatar NFT Owners
Collectible Figurine Action Games
Funko! Announced 'Funko Fusion' for Modern Platforms
Art-Inspired NFT Shirts
Prada Delivers an Art-Themed Shirt for its 'Timecapsule NFT Collection'
Earth-Honoring AR Games
Balenciaga Launches the Regenerative Agriculture Experience
Luxe Skiwear Metaverse Games
Balenciaga Launches the Balenciaga Skiwear Mini Game
Korean Metaverse Platforms
Tencent Cloud Partners with Nexon to Launch a Metaverse Platform
Family-Friendly Survival Games
Lego Debuts a New Fortnite Survival Crafting Game
Innovation-Focused Digital Metaverses
Forbes Launches a Digital Presence In The Sandbox Metaverse
Hyper-Realistic E-Commerce Metaverses
Lotte Data Communications Announces a New Metaverse Platform
Collaboration Sci-Fi Gamer Consoles
The Microsoft The Mandalorian Xbox Consoles are Fan-Approved
Trendy In-Game Music Hubs
Roblox Launches the New Roblox Music Hub for Music Discovery
Ski-Ready Luxurious Sportswear
Gucci and adidas Continue to Grow their Partnership with Capsule
Sports Metaverse Communities
FIFA+ Collect Enables Fans to Compete with Licensed Digital NFTs
Wearable Gaming-Focused Technology
Team Singularity Partners with Technology Brand GamerTech
Immersive Rhythmic Concert Games
Epic Games Added Guitar Controller Support to 'Fortnite Festival'
Game-Collaborative Phygital Apparel
Balenciaga Unveils a Collaboration with Need for Speed Mobile
Turkey-Based Game Studios
Frantic Games Raised $2.4 Million to Develop Engaging Mobile Games
NFT-Focused Virtual Games
Spielworks Launches its 'Dungeon Worlds' NFT Game on December 29
Blockchain Gaming Integrations
Unity Gaming Debuts the New Blockchain and Web3 Integration Options
NFT-Equipped Watch Designs
Diesel Introduces a New NFT Program to Accompany its Watches
Anime Game Collaborations
Epic Games Added 'Attack on Titan' Content to Fortnite: Battle Royale
Collaboration Clothing-Branded Gaming Devices
The Razer EVISU Collection is Arriving Soon
Web3 Development Studios
'Thirdverse' Raised $15 Million to Develop Web3 and Metaverse Titles
Video Conferencing Avatar Features
Meta is Presenting a New Cartoon Avatar Feature
Virtual Arcade Worlds
Dave & Busters Announced its Offiical Metaverse World in Roblox
Educational Esports Metaverses
Amazon University Esports Launches a Metaverse Experience
Game-Based VR Subscriptions
Meta Announces the Quest+ VR Subscription for Never-Ending Games
Tycoon-Style Beauty Games
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches a Digital Tycoon World on Roblox
High-Motion VR Action Games
Attack on Titan VR Lets Players Hunt Massive Monsters in the Metaverse
Football-Themed NFT Games
Crazy Crypto Football Combines Blockchain Technology and Sports Gaming
Festive Sweater Vests
Numskull Launched Novelty Fandom-Specific Sweater Vests
Inclusive Custom Avatar Enhancements
Meta's Quest Avatars Get a Slew of More Inclusive Detail
Web3 Gaming Ecosystems
NEOWIZ is Launching the 'Adventure' Web3 Gaming Platforn
Avatar-Centric Gaming Activities
Interactive New Meta Quests are Added to the Horizon Worlds
Campaign-Led Esports Studios
Guild Launches New Creative Services Division Called ‘Guild Studios’
Animated Series-Themed RPGs
Paramount Prepares to Launch the Avatar Generations Mobile Game
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'