The top February 2015 gaming ideas seem to reveal that players and developers have a desire to defy convention. When looking at games themselves, this is evident in ones that bend and crossover genres, such as 'Downwell,' which reimagines a side-scrolling game in a vertical format, or 'Dangerous Golf,' which fuses elements of typical sports gaming with unexpected moments of adventure.
In terms of innovations that are reshaping gameplay include advanced equipment like the Teslasuit, which provides haptic feedback for virtual worlds, or the Krush Moveo simulation pod, which enhances experiences in virtual reality.
These February 2015 gaming ideas reveal that the next generation of entertainment will not only rethink the structure of a game, but also the equipment used to engage a player's senses.
Top 45 Game Trends in February
From Charitable Gaming Networks to Supernatural Teenage Games:
Laura McQuarrie — Feb 20, 2016 — Tech
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Glasses-Free 3D Technology
KDX Announces K3DX 3D Technology at CES 2016
44
Free-Rotation VR Pods
The Rotating Krush Moveo Simulation Pod is Showing Off At CES 2016
43
Smart Gaming Mouses
The SteelSeries Rival 700 is Unveiled as the First Smart Mouse at CES 2016
42
Video Game Handbag Models
Final Fantasy's Lightening Is In This SS2016 Louis Vuitton Ad Campaign
41
TV-Connected Illuminators
The 'DreamScreen' LED Backlighting System Syncs with TV Content
40
Smart Textile Gaming Suits
The Teslasuit Lets Consumers Sense Virtual World Feedback Through Touch
39
Expanded Game Controllers
The Razer Wildcat Gaming Controller for Xbox One Adds More Buttons
38
Interactive Electronic Dartboards
This Smart Dartboard Can Be Played by People Around the World
37
Drift-Encouraging Cars
The Crazy Cart Shift is For Children Who Want to Drift Along At Ease
36
Supernatural Teenage Games
The Oxenfree Game is a Unique Coming-Of-Age Adventure
35
Stationary Gaming Platforms
The 3DRudder VR Edition R5 Blends Technologies at CES 2016
34
All-in-One Gaming Monitors
The Maingear Alpha 34 Gaming Desktop Provides an Immersive Experience
33
DIY Crossover Consoles
Anthony Thomas Turned the Nintendo DS into a Giant Game Boy
32
Child-Safe Chainsaw Toys
The Zombie Strike Brainsaw Blaster Lets You Destroy Imaginary Zombies
31
Customizable Slot Machines
Arch's New Slot Machine Lets Players Enjoy Various Games On One Display
30
Statesman Solitaire Games
This Solitaire Game's Theme is Inspired By Winston Churchill
29
Multi-Sensory Casino Games
The 'Pulse Arena' Provides Immersive Audio-Visual Experience
28
Immersive VR Casinos
This Game Allows Players to Gamble Real Money in a Virtual Environment
27
Laptop-PC Hybrids
The Razer Blade Stealth Laptop Merges Product Verticals at CES 2016
26
Prison-Constructing Games
The Prison Architect Console Game Requires You to Construct a Prison
25
Special Edition Gaming Perks
Tom Clancy's The Division is Marked with a March 2016 Release Date
24
Modernized Retro Games
The Atari Vault Package Brings 1970s Games to the Steam Gaming Platform
23
Compact Gaming PCs
The MSI Vortex Tower Gaming PC was Unveiled at CES 2016
22
Mars Exploration Games
NASA's 'Mars 2030' Brings the Red Planet to Earth Through VR Missions
21
Trippy Romantic Games
'Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime' is a Romantic Game With a Trippy Twist
20
Geeky Gaming Hotels
The Arcade Hotel in Amsterdam Features Rooms Outfitted with Gaming Systems
19
Classic Game Emulators
'OpenEmu' is an Open Source Way to Play Games from Systems of the Past
18
Immersive Bus-Driving Games
The Desert Bus Game Can Now Be Played in Virtual Reality
17
Multi-Dimensional Mice
The 'Tesseract' Computer Gaming Mouse Offers 6-Axis Control Over Movement
16
Analog Bluetooth Game Controllers
The NES30 Pro Wireless Game Controller Merges Technologies
15
Free Gaming Campaigns
Xbox Live Gold Members Will Receive Free EA Game Streaming for a Week
14
Swashbuckling Golf Games
The 'Dangerous Golf' Game Doesn't Involve Pristine Golf Courses
13
Charitable Gaming Networks
YouTuber PewDiePie Launched a New Creator Network Called Revelmode
12
Game Controller Charging Packs
The 'Energizer' Chargers for Xbox One and PS4 Debuted at CES 2016
11
Limited-Editing Gaming Bundles
The PS4 Far Cry Primal Gaming Bundle Offers Gamers a Great Deal
10
External Gaming Drives
The Nyko Data Bank for Xbox One Puts an External Drive on the Top
9
Haptic Smartwatch Gambling Apps
This App Brings the Slot Machine Experience to the Smartwatch
8
Standalone Satellite Radio Systems
The 'SiriusXM Commander Touch' System Was Unveiled at CES 2016
7
Precision Computer Peripherals
The Gigabyte Xtreme XM300 Gaming Mouse Offers a Bevy of Features
6
Social Gamer Clubs
The Gentlemen's Lunchtime Association Shares Viral Video Game Streams
5
Iconic Combat Games
The Street Fighter V Game Offers Spectacular Gameplay For Modern Gamers
4
Gaming Soundtrack Vinyl Records
The Monument Valley Game Soundtrack Can Be Yours On Vinyl
3
Ninja Turtle Games
The Mutants in Manhattan Game Features the Return Of the Crimefighting Turtles
2
Musical Gaming Shows
The 'Journey Live' Interactive Performance Fuses Live Music and Gaming
1
Vertical Scroller Games
The Downwell Mobile Game Requires You to Battle Enemies Inside a Well
Related Ideas
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Modular Next-Gen Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual Nintendo Switoo Imagines the Brand's Next Handheld
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
Industrial Next-Gen Console Concepts
This PlayStation 6 Console Concept Has Cyberpunk Inspiration
Handheld Gaming Laptop Designs
The Conceptual Compal Rover Play Has a Two-in-One Design
Branded Automotive Gaming Controllers
The Ferrari Nintendo Steering Wheel is Highly Detailed
Gaming-Inspired Haptic Response Sneakers
The Nike PG2 PlayStation Shoes are Paul George-Approved
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Consoles
This Steam Deck 2 Concept by Carota Design is Ergonomic
Ergonomic Mobile Console Concepts
This Conceptual Nintendo Switch 2 Elevates a Classic
Flipped Handheld Gaming Devices
AYANEO's Flip DS Gaming Device is Inspired by Nintendo
Next-Gen Drinking Games
Almost Friday Features Four Mini-Games for Adults & Beer Can-Shaped Cards
Promotional Game-Themed Collabs
Microsoft Partnered with Several CPG Brands to Offer Xbox Rewards
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
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Mobile-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The 'MOI3D' Concept Controller by Vadim Danilkov is Two-in-One
Do-Good Metaverse Campaigns
Comic Relief US and Nickelodeon Empower Kids in Roblox and Beyond
Japanese Kitty Mobile Games
Neko Atsume 2 Launches with Playful Interactions and Cozy Design
Modern Update Mobile Games
Flappy Bird is Getting Another Launch with New Modern Changes
Active Lifestyle-Supporting Campaigns
Kellogg's® Vector® Launches the Become Your Player Campaign
Immersive Halloween-Themed VR Experiences
Zero Latency VR Offers Suspenseful 'Halloween Thrills'
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
Esports CSR Initiatives
The Global Esports Federation Launched a Global Social Impact Initiative
Foldable Gaming Consoles
This Game Boy Flip Concept Pushes the Boundaries of Handheld Gadgets
Table-Top Gaming Candles
Gameplay Candles' Table Top Gaming Candles Ignite the Adventure in Us All
Gamified Tennis Metaverses
Race to Wimbledon is a Fast-Paced Game on Fortnite
Friendship-Focused Party Games
Catch the Vibe is a Battle to Prove Who Knows Their Friends Best
Interactive Connecting Word Games
The New York Times Introduces the Strands Game
Revived Retro Internet Games
Neopets is Celebrating its 25th Anniversary with New Revivals
Gen Z-Focused Board Games
Mattel Launches Scrabble Together for Non-Competitive Gen Z Consumers
Resort-Inspired Video Games
Nintendo Debuts Super Mario Party Jamboree for Switch
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
Feline-Centric Animated Games
The Little Kitty, Big City Game is Launching on May 9th
Pay-What-You-Want Gaming Platforms
Humble Bundle Changes Game Distribution with Flexible Pricing
Updated Traditional Game Experiences
Admiral Clash Reimagines Battleship in New Angle
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Expansive Motorsport Games
Torque Drift 2 Features Numerous Licensed Partnerships and Drifters
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
Battle-Map Mobile Game Launches
Call of Duty Announces at the Upcoming Warzone Mobile Game
Endless Horde Survival Games
Vampire Survivors is Coming to Nintendo Switch in 2023
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
Comprehensive Tech Showcase Events
Logitech Announced Gadgets and Software at 'LogiPlay 2024'
Rebooted Fan-Favorite Skating Games
EA Games is Bringing Back Popular 'skate' Franchise
Collaborative Creative Writing Games
CrowdTales is a Multi-Player Continue-the-Story Game
Collectible Penguin Games
'Pudgy Party' is an Upcoming Mobile Party Game with Web3 Elements
Returning Fan-Favorite Fighting Games
MultiVersus is Returning on May 28th with New Characters
Unsettling Mystery Action Games
Blumhouse Games' 'Fear the Spotlight' is an Engaging Eerie Story
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
VR Track Racing Games
Micro Machines: Mini Challenge Mayhem Pushes Virtual Cars to the Limits
Artist-Inspired Game Events
Lady Gaga Will Make Her Digital Debut in the Fortnite Festival
Vegetarian-Promoting Game Events
The 'Veggie Hunt' Event in Subway Surfers Promotes Veggies
Foldable Gaming Controller Concepts
The Swift Game Controller Concept Makes it Easily Portable
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
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
Series-Inspired Chess Games
The Queen’s Gambit Chess Puts Fans in the Action
Bizarre Dating Sim Games
Sassy Chap Games Introduces the Date Everything! Simulation Game
Mobile HIIT Games
'Run Legends' is Part of Talofa Games' Mission of Making Healthy Games
Merge-and-Battle Mobile Games
Zynga's Socialpoint Releases the 'Top Troops' Combat Game
Streaming Service Game Controllers
Netflix Unveils a New Game Controller App for iPhones
Dark Meditative Digital Games
The Crow Country Game is Inspired by Retro Classic Games
Futuristic Military Game Events
Battlefield 2042's 'Killswitch' Mode is the Highlight of its Event
Age-Inclusive Board Games
Hasbro Revamps its Classic Board Games to Accommodate Aging Consumers
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
Daily Trivia Games
Daily Fact or Fiction Challenges Players With True or False Statements
Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories
The Kojima Productions x Higround Collection Arrives This Month
Collectible Figurine Action Games
Funko! Announced 'Funko Fusion' for Modern Platforms
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
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
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
Teleporting First-Person Shooter Games
1047 Games Announced the Sequel to the Shooter 'Splitgate'
Game Streaming Service Updates
Sony has Added Several Titles to 'PlayStation Plus Premium'
VR Buildable Biome Games
LEGO Bricktales is an Immersive Adventure Puzzle Game
Strategic AI Wordplay Games
Vocab Scrabble Puts an Innovative Twist on the Classic Game
Extreme Sporting Video Games
'Descenders Next' Pushes the Limits of Thrill Sports in Gaming
Collaborative Daily Word Games
Netflix and TED Talks Join to Create the TED Tumblewords Game
All-in-One iGaming Solutions
CrazyGames Unveils a New Collection of Browser-Based Games
Competitive Monetary Game Platforms
'VersusNow' Allows Players to Compete for Real World Prizes
Gaming Aim Training Tournaments
Logitech G and Aim Lab Launched 'The Gauntlet' Competition
Family-Friendly Survival Games
Lego Debuts a New Fortnite Survival Crafting Game
Gamified Sustainability Platforms
The Carbon Games is an App that Makes Sustainability Competitive
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
Charitable Farming Game Bundles
Humble's 'Down on the Farm' Bundle Supports Kiss the Ground
VR-Based First-Person Shooter Games
SGEntertec Debuts the Highly Anticipated Bounty City
Enhanced VR Ecosystems
Valve Launches a New Update to its SteamVR 2.0 Platform
Game-Collaborative Phygital Apparel
Balenciaga Unveils a Collaboration with Need for Speed Mobile
Interactive Digital VR Games
Horizon Worlds Launches the New Super Rumble Social VR Game
Hybrid Puzzled Tranquil Games
Humble Games and Witch Beam Launch the Unpacking Game
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
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
Horror-Themed Action Shooters
Gunfire Games is Back with 'Remnant II' on Steam and Major Consoles
Large Group Video Games
Nintendo Everybody 1-2-Switch! Supports Up to 100 Players
Iconic Action Game Ports
Supergiant Games' 'Hades' is Coming to iOS Devices via Netflix Games
Playful Animated Crossover Games
Don't Starve Joins Forces with Cult of the Lamb on a New Game
Futuristic Lighting Action Games
Marvel 1943 will Feature Nanite and Lumen Technologies
Web-Based Word Game Celebrations
New York Times Games Honors Its1,000th Wordle Puzzle
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
FPS Training Tournaments
Logitech G is Partnering with Aim Labs to Host a Training Competition
Horror Franchise-Themed Games
A Paranormal Activity Game is Currently in the Works
Unique Crossword Events
The New York Times Games Celebrates the Anniversary of the Mini Crossword
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
High-Motion VR Action Games
Attack on Titan VR Lets Players Hunt Massive Monsters in the Metaverse
Action-Focused VR Games
Skydance's Behemoth is a Large-Scale Action Game for the Quest 3
Superhero-Inspired PC Games
Sony Announced the PC Launch of the Spider-Man 2 Game
Stimulating Word Association Games
Worlds of Words Challenges Players to Think Outside the Box
Battle Arena Game Sequels
Titan Forge Games Announced 'Smite 2' on Unreal Engine 5
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Mentally Stimulating Game Collections
Fresh Words: Word Game Boasts Engaging and Challenging Games
April Fool's Lifestyle Collections
Nugget Introduced Its 'Most Trendiest - High Endiest' Line Yet
Intricately Developed Game Releases
Capcom Releases Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess This Year
Strategic Running Gameplay
Battle Run Invites Joggers to Conquer Territories on Their Runs
Streaming Service-Backed Games
YouTube Is Testing Its Online Games Category Called 'Playables'
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
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
Superhero-Themed Gaming Consoles
The PlayStation 5 Spider-Man 2 Limited Edition Bundle is Striking
Creative Hollywood-Themed Games
'Greenlight' Tasks Players with Pitching Ideas to Studio Heads
Inclusive Accessibility-Focused Tournaments
Ghost Gaming Hosts the 'Adaptive Gaming Cup'
Strategic Feline Mobile Games
Netflix Has Launched a New 'Exploding Kittens' Mobile Game
Nostalgic Digital Mobile Games
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis is Launching to iOS and Android
Superhero Dramatic Game Trailers
The Spider-Man 2 Game by Marvel Releases More Teasers
Input-Clarifying Game Icons
Valve Added a Badge to Dualsense Controller-Verified Games on Steam
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
Indie Game-Adapted Movies
The El Paso, Elsewhere Game is Getting Turned into a Movie
Classic Action-Inspired Games
The Bomb Rush Cyberpunk Game is Launching in September
Gamified Personal Goal Platforms
GoalQuest Transforms Goal-Setting into an Adventure
Educational Esports Endeavors
British Esports Debuts an Education Partnership with Level Infinite
Online Trivia Platforms
Masters of Trivia Offers a New Take With a Diverse Array of Topics