Plato, the seminal Greek philosopher, once said that you can learn more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation, and if the venerable philosopher can be trusted, this proves the July 2017 gaming trends to be a worthy cause. For the more competitive among us, gaming is a direct channel to one's unvarnished personality, even among people who might otherwise be reserved.
Though games have existed for thousands of years, the July 2017 gaming trends show that game designers still haven't run out of creative and original formats. Minit is a good example. The game features a dynamic wherein the main character automatically dies every 60 seconds (hence the phonetic title.) Before expiration, the user must uncover new aspects of the surrounding area, advancing the narrative during each lifespan.
Top 30 Gaming Trends in July
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Team-Building eSports Platforms
The HypSports App Helps Gamers Build a Team and Play New Events
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Bluetooth Boxing Glove Games
The 'Jabii' Boxing Game Offers a Fun, Safe and Connected Experience
28
Revived Retro Smartphone Games
Sega Forever Brings Nostalgic Games to Smartphone Screens
27
Immersive Gaming Monitors
The Samsung QLED Curved Gaming Monitor Has a 144Hz Refresh Rate
26
Smartphone Gaming Systems
The Kanex GoPlay Sidekick Wireless Game Controllers are Highly Portable
25
Code-Teaching Computer Puzzles
The 'Turing Tumble' Mechanical Puzzle Teaches the Basics of Coding
24
In-Airport Gaming Stations
Nintendo Opened a Free Gaming Area in Kansai International Airport
23
Photographic Dance Machines
The Pop n’ Lock Dance Machine Blends Stop Animation and GIFs
22
Interactive Fireworks Shows
Microsoft Set Up a Fireworks Display to Challenge One-Way Streaming
21
Rugged Gamer Keyboards
The Corsair K68 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard Resists Spills and Dust
20
Game Controller Revivals
Hyperskin's 'Duke' is Bringing Back the Hefty Original Xbox Controller
19
eSports Management Systems
ReadyUp is Debuting a New Platform That Help Manage eSports Teams
18
Interactive Comic Games
'FRAMED' Challenges Players to Re-Order Comic Strips to Alter Gameplay
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Custom GPU Gaming Consoles
The Microsoft Xbox One X Offers Six Teraflops of Graphics Power
16
Galactic Virtual Reality Frisbee
Echo Arena is a Competitive Frisbee Game Played in Zero Gravity
15
Port-Expanding Console Hubs
The 'Switch-Con' HDMI Hub Works with the Nintendo Switch
14
Competitive Gaming University Courses
Staffordshire University Offers a Course on eSporting Events
13
Phobia-Fighting Rock Climbing Simulators
This VR Game Can Help People Overcome a Fear of Heights
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Conceptual Console Designs
This PlayStation Redesign Concept Pays Tribute to Previous Consoles
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Virtual Drone Games
Epson Has Released AR Glasses That Create a Drone Playground
10
Celebratory eSports Headsets
The Strix Fusion Gaming Headphones Synchronize With Team Members
9
Business-Minded eSports Expos
Esports BAR Brings Together Leading Companies in the World of Gaming
8
VR Anti-Smoking Programs
These Guided Meditations in VR Teach Smokers How to Quit
7
Leather-Wrapped Racing Controllers
The Thrustmaster Gran Turismo Wheel Costs More Than A New PS4
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Supercharged Racing Games
Need For Speed: Payback Will Be Highly Plot-Focused
5
Retro Video Game VR
Mario Kart VR is Now Available to Who Visit the VR Zone in Shinjuku, Japan
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Fatally Timed Video Games
In Minit, the Main Character Perishes Every 60 Seconds
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Amateur Football Game Modes
In Madden 18's Longshot Mode, Users Play as a Hopeful NFL Prospect
2
Diverse Console Avatars
The New Xbox Live Avatars are More Diverse Than Ever
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Creature-Catching Game Events
The Pokémon GO Fest Celebrates Several Milestones
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Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual PocketMan P1 Has Exposed Components
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
Modular Next-Gen Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual Nintendo Switoo Imagines the Brand's Next Handheld
Millennium-Inspired Handheld Gaming Consoles
The ANBERNIC RG34XX Has a Nostalgic Function and Form
Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles
This Nintendo Game Boy Concept is 90s-Inspired
Minimalist Mobile Gaming Controllers
The Conceptual 'Mini Controller' by Wootae Kim is Stylish
Rotating Display Gaming Consoles
The Small Universe X Sugar Cubes Work in Two Orientations
3D Display Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Uplight' Game Console Has Interchangeable Components
Retro Gaming Phone Cases
The GameBaby Optimizes the iPhone 15 & 16 Pro Max for Mobile Gaming
Console-Style Smartphone Controllers
The GameSir G8 Galileo Works on Android and iOS Devices
Gaming Archetype Personality Quizzes
The New York Times Games Presents a Puzzle Personality Quiz
Ergonomic Minimalist Gaming Controllers
The Moenix Game Controller Concept Has a Yoke-Style Design
Flipped Handheld Gaming Devices
AYANEO's Flip DS Gaming Device is Inspired by Nintendo
Refined Mobile Gamer Smartphones
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Shows Off a Premium Design at CES 2024
AI-Powered Choose-Your-Own Adventure Books
Playbrary GPT Merges Literature with Gaming
Interactive Early Education Toys
Tokidos PlayCubes Have a Screen-Free Design
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
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
Accessible Nostalgic Gaming Systems
The Anbernic RG35XX H Pays Homage to the History of Gaming
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Retro Video Game Stores
Gamestop is Opening 'Retro' Locations to Sell Used Games
Modern Update Mobile Games
Flappy Bird is Getting Another Launch with New Modern Changes
Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Super Mario is Sure to Capture the Attention of Fans
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Retroid Pocket 2S is Retro Yet Powerful
Horizontal Handheld Gaming Consoles
The AYANEO Pocket MICRO is Android-Powered
Heritage-Inspired Game Consoles
PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection Nods to the First Console
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
Lifestyle Activity Tracking Apps
The 'Timeline It' App Tracks Virtually Any Activity or Event
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Vertical Layout Game Consoles
Powkiddy's RGB20 Pro Plays 16-bit-era Games with Ease
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
Foldable Gaming Consoles
This Game Boy Flip Concept Pushes the Boundaries of Handheld Gadgets
India-Centered Online Games
'Indus' is a Battle Royale Title Set in Futuristic India
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
Game-Themed Retro Keyboards
Higround and Minecraft Launch a New Collaborative Keyboard Collection
Anthropomorphized Gaming Systems
The 'Playdate' Handheld Gaming Device Has a Charming Function
Downsized Handheld Game Consoles
Go Retroid Announced the 'Pocket Mini' as its latest console
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
Technology News Summaries
TechTok Helps Readers Stay On Top of News in Five Minutes
Team Shooter Superhero Games
Marvel Games and NetEase Unveil the Marvel Rivals Game
Phone Breakup Newsletters
The Guardian's 'Reclaim Your Brain' Newsletter Helps Reduce Screen Time
Resort-Inspired Video Games
Nintendo Debuts Super Mario Party Jamboree for Switch
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
All-Aluminum Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Analogue Pocket Aluminum Comes in Four Colors
Video Game Travel Merchandise
The Nintendo Super Mario Travel Items are Arriving for Summer
Mobile Retro Gaming Apps
The 'Delta' Application is Now Available on iOS Devices
Digital Taste Profiles
The Shelf App Creates Comprehensive Media Consumption Analytics
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
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
Miniature Retro Consoles
The Atari 400 is Downsized for the Modern Era in 'THE 400 MINI'
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 Math-Learning Experiences
Math Learner Uses Games to Make Math Fun for Young Kids
Comprehensive Tech Showcase Events
Logitech Announced Gadgets and Software at 'LogiPlay 2024'
3D Handheld Gaming PCs
The Tencent 3D One Doesn't Require Glasses for Immersive Graphics
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Educational Book Summary Apps
Bookster Let's People Understand Books in Just 15 Minutes a Day
AI-Powered Historical Chat Apps
Hello History Facilitates Conversations with Influential Figures
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
Joystick-Focused Gaming Handhelds
The GameMT E6 Plus Places Emphases on its Dual-Stick Design
Cartoon Trivia Games
Cartoon Quiz Asks Trivia About Beloved Animated Characters
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Influencer-Based Gaming Activations
Niantic Taps Google to Recruit Creators for Pokémon GO Fest
Finger-Sized Throwing Games
Tactic Games Launches the New Mölkky Minipeli Skittle-Throwing Game
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Inspiring Productivity Apps
Every Day Matters with Timeline - 17 and Its Unique Features
Cooling System-Integrated Controllers
The GameSir X3 Pro Has a Built-In Cooling System
Free Urban Adventure Games
Adventure City Games Launches a Consumer-Focused Initiative in BC
Mobile HIIT Games
'Run Legends' is Part of Talofa Games' Mission of Making Healthy Games
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
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
Expansive Touchscreen Control Games
The Assassins Creed Mirage Game Expands to iPhones and iPads
Role-Playing Game Spin-Offs
ATLUS and Sega are Working on Two Additional 'Persona 5' Titles
Age-Inclusive Board Games
Hasbro Revamps its Classic Board Games to Accommodate Aging Consumers
Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories
The Kojima Productions x Higround Collection Arrives This Month
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
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
All-in-One iGaming Solutions
CrazyGames Unveils a New Collection of Browser-Based Games
Hidden Social App Mini-Games
Instagram Entices Users with Hidden Games in Their DMs
Gamer-Centric Mobile Phones
The ROG Phone 9 is Designed to Offer a Lag-Free Experience
Gamified Plastic Bottle Journeys
Last Bottle Takes Users on an Informative After-Recycling Journey
Mobile Streaming App Stories
Twitch is Rolling Out a Daily 'Story' Feature on its Mobile App
Show-Inspired Free-to-Play Mobile Games
Netflix Unveils the Squid Game: Unleashed Mobile Game
Relaxing Brain Teaser Games
Sprinkle Words Takes a Non-Competitive Approach to Phone Games
Daily Brain Training Games
'10 Games: Daily Brain Training Offers a Suite of Cognitive Games
Modern Digitized Bookshelves
September is a Digital Bookshelf Where You Can Display Achievements
Iconic Action Game Ports
Supergiant Games' 'Hades' is Coming to iOS Devices via Netflix Games
Conceptual Gamified Sleep Apps
'Sleep Quest' is an Early-Stage Gamified Sleep App for iOS
Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings
Minecraft Honors Anniversary with a Pixel Art Collection
Web-Based Word Game Celebrations
New York Times Games Honors Its1,000th Wordle Puzzle
Word Search Phone Games
Word Hunter is a Vocabulary-Building Game for Your Phone
Women's Day-Inspired Tournaments
True Gamer Partners with Sony to Host a Match for Women's Day
Collapsible Gamer Controller Designs
The 'Swift' Foldable Controller Concept is Compact
Digital Life Path Coaches
My Life Quest Empowers Individuals to Uncover Their True Passions
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
Interactive Entertainment Board Games
MONOPOLY GO! Transforms Digital Mobile Game into Real Play
Stimulating Word Association Games
Worlds of Words Challenges Players to Think Outside the Box
Fast-Paced History Games
ZoomYear Challenges Players to Guess the Year a Photograph Was Taken
Gaming-Inspired Headphone Campaigns
Nazarian Films Aims to Engage a Younger Generations
Holographic Video Game Characters
Proto Uses ProtoHologram to Create a Digital Mario
Tactical Japanese RPGs
Persona 5 Tactica is the Latest Spin-Off in the Persona 5 Series
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
Video Game Merchandise Events
The King of Games Tokyo Pop-Up Store is Nintendo Approved
Engaging Trivia Arena Challenges
Boogala is a Quiz App for Competitive Trivia Games
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Modern Typing Games
Type-A-Holic Improves Typing Skills While Keeping You Entertained
Pixel-Style Role-Play Games
Disney Adventures Into Pixel Gaming with its New Mobile Title
Social Gaming Calendars
ArcadeCal Helps Gamers Coordinate Their Gaming Sessions
Colorful AI Timelines
Visualize Dates Differently with Timeplay.io, an AI Timeline
Aggregated Social Insights
IndiePulse Uses Forum and Thread Comments to Find Your Next Projects
Soothing Puzzle Games
Puzzle Odyssey Hosts a Collection of Games at Varying Levels
Quick Trivia Games
Brain Break! Lets Users Enjoy Random Trivia or Create Custom Quizzes Using AI
Gamified Productivity Apps
Get Productive Turns Phone-Free Time into a Game with Rewards
Daily Fun Facts
Curiosity of the Day Offers Bite-Sized Insights to Spark Interest
Creative Hollywood-Themed Games
'Greenlight' Tasks Players with Pitching Ideas to Studio Heads
Analytical Daily Statistic Games
WATO is a Once-a-Day Game That Blends Analytics with Learning
Dynamic Quizzing Experiences
Qwhiz Offers Daily Fun and Leaderboards to Compete with Friends
Branding Trivia Games
Decode the Identity is a Playful Homage to Iconic Brands
Efficient Fact Generators
Facts Generator Can Produce Interesting Facts About Any Subject
Streaming Brand Trivia Games
Roku Weekly Trivia Puts User's Pop Culture Knowledge to the Test
Quiz Competition Platforms
Jargon Jive is a Space for People to Build Engaging Quizzes
Newspaper Gaming Platforms
kr3m Crafts an Interactive, Reader-Centric Gaming Platform for Le Monde
Month-Long Memory Challenges
Mann is a 30-Day Memory Workout Game to Keep the Mind Sharp
Engaging Rap Trivia Games
Rap Trivia is a Fun Hip Hop Trivia Game
Gamified AI Quizzes
SnapQuiz Offers a Vast Library of Quizzes with Something for Everyone
Daily Word Games
Make as Many Rhymes as Possible with 'Freestyle'
Online Trivia Platforms
Masters of Trivia Offers a New Take With a Diverse Array of Topics