These May 2019 games trends from social network gaming services to virtual reality casino games. While examples like Snapchat's Snap Games service allow users to compete with friends directly via the social media platform, Didsbury Casino's Ultimate VR Driving experience is an immersive alternative to traditional gambling games. The platform allows players to access a vast car library of both sport and luxury vehicles and allows for solo or multi-player challenges.
Other May 2019 games trends to note include the pixelated Stranger Things 3 game which is an homage to retro arcade classics from the 80s and 90s. Similarly, Tastemakers' range of personal arcade machines revives iconic consoles and will appeal to lovers of nostalgia.
Professional eSports backpacks and relaxed eSports chairs round off this list of game innovations and speak to consumers' growing desire for niche eSports merchandise offerings.
Top 30 Games Trends in May
From Social Network Gaming Services to Virtual Reality Casino Games:
Jana Pijak — May 25, 2019 — Tech

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Smartphone eSports Accessory Kits
The 'StygianForce' Mobile Gaming Accessories Kit is Pro-Grade

29
Collaborative eSports Jerseys
Foot Locker, Champion and Five eSports Teams Launched a Collection

28
Laid-Back eSports Chairs
The Gamewarez Granite Hurricane Gaming Seat is Stylishly Functional
27
Esports-Centric Pop-Up Fan Events
Mastercard Delivers a League of Legends Experience to Players
26
Professional eSports Backpacks
The 'PentaCarry' Gaming Backpack Boasts a Military-Grade Build
25
Entertaining Pop-Up eSports Bars
Drink Company Collaborates with Events DC on a Summer Initiative
24
HD Android-Powered Portable Consoles
The POWKIDDY X18 Portable Handheld Console is Feature-Rich
23
eSports Game Streaming Devices
The Razer Ripsaw HD Game Capture Card Records Wins and Losses
22
Sliding Keyboard Gaming Laptops
The Acer Predator Helios 700 Features the New HyperDrift Keyboard
21
Major Esports Brand Partnerships
PUMA is the Official Apparel Provider for the Cloud9 LCS Team
20
Cookie-Centric AR Games
Oreo's Twist, Lick, Dunk Augmented Reality Game Encourages Play with Food
19
Co-Branded eSports Fan Apparel
OpTic Gaming and Champion Join Forces on an Exclusive eSports Line
18
Personal Retro Arcade Machines
Tastemakers Launches a Series of New Arcade1Up Classic Consoles
17
Ergonomic Split-Design Gamer Controllers
These Conceptual Xbox Controllers Prevent Fatigue
16
eSports-Inspired Gaming Apparel
Her Universe Debuts Overwatch and World of Warcraft Collaborations
15
Rugged Gaming Console Cases
The GAEMS Guardian Gaming Station Works with Your Choice of Console
14
QSR-Sponsored eSports Competitions
Chipotle, DreamHack & ESL Collaborate on the Challenger Series
13
Academically Backed Casino Innovations
Caesars Entertainment Teams Up with Students from UNLV
12
Grocery Chain Collaborative eSports
Houston Outlaws and H-E-B Create Exclusive Items and Events
11
All-in-One Nostalgic Gamer Consoles
The 'IndieGO!' Classic Retro Game Console is Powerful
10
Digital Board Game Pastimes
Nintendo Switch Settlers of Catan will be Available Starting June 20
9
Song-Inspired Slot Machines
The I Like Big BUCK$ Slot Machine Pays Homage to Baby Got Back
8
In-Game Superhero Weapon Expansions
Fortnite Users Can Now Access Avengers Weapons
7
Virtual Casino Social Clubs
Perilous Orbit's Latest VR Project is an Immersive Casino Experience
6
Social Network Game Services
Snap Games Lets Users Play with Friends Directly from the App
5
Pixelated Nostalgic Horror Games
The Stranger Things 3 Game is Sure to Hype Fans Up for the Season
4
Ornate Casino Gaming Terminals
TCSJOHNHUXLEY Taps Eastern Tradition for Qorex Carousel Design
3
Dual-Colored Electric Standing Desks
The Fitbit Standing Desk Offers Two Functions in One
2
Interactive Casino Driving Games
Didsbury Casino's Ultimate VR Driving Experience is Immersive
1
Fine Art-Inspired Slot Games
High 5 Games Taps Leonardo da Vinci for Its Latest Game Offering
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Digital Brand-Made Arenas
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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
Shooter Game Console Releases
FragPunk Launches for Xbox and PlayStation on April 29
High-Fashion Video Game Consoles
The Balenciaga Snake Game Marks the Lunar New Year
In-Game Digital Sneakers
Nike and Fortnite Launched Four Digital Sneakers
Game Subscription-Playable Titles
Rockstar Games' GTA: V is Officially Coming to Gamepass
Mindful Handheld Gaming Systems
The Conceptual 'Kimera' Handheld Gaming Console is Immersive
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Microsoft Now Lets Players Stream their Library with xCloud
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
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
In-Game Billboard Advertising
Gameloft Enables Partners to Advertise Natively in its Games
Metaverse-Launched Luxury Fashion Collections
The Coach Spring 2024 Capsule is in the Metaverse
Gamified Beauty Pop-Ups
The Players' Lounge Pop-Up by NARS Spotlights Complexion Products
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
Gamer-Centric Fast Food Campaigns
Burger King's Gaming Campaign to Rewards “Burger-to-King” Goals
Immersive Mobile Gaming Solutions
Viture x 8BitDo Ultimate Mobile Controller Supports XR Glasses
AR-Powered Vending Machines
Snapchat and L’Oréal Made a Gamified Lens to Share Refillable Haircare
Reservation-Based Gaming Retail Initiatives
PlayStation 5 Pro in Japan is for Hardcore Gamers
Immersive Sports Engagement Solutions
Sportradar Expands Its Partnership with the NBA
Immersive Sports Fan Platforms
Sony's FavoriteSpace™ Caters to the Sports Fan Communities
Mainstream Metaverse Experiences
The Sandbox's 'Alpha Season 4' Offered Brand Engagement
Cinematic Video Game Spots
Droga5’s ‘Wake Up’ Campaign for Xbox Shows an Escape from the Everyday
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Premium-Quality VR Experiences
'Sandbox VR' in Toronto Offers Fully Immersive Journeys through VR
Modern Update Mobile Games
Flappy Bird is Getting Another Launch with New Modern Changes
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Family-Friendly Dance Games
The Just Dance 2025 Edition Features Pop Hits by Ariana Grande
Immersive Gameplay Features
The Sandbox Launched 'Game Maker 0.11' for Creators and Brands
Immersive VR Thriller Games
PlaySide Studios Announced 'Shattered' Thriller for VR Consoles
Personalized Digital Dating Rooms
Dating.com Introduced Customizable Virtual Spaces for Singles
QSR-Branded In-Game Experiences
The Jack in the Box Fortnight CEO Minigames are Branded
Active Lifestyle-Supporting Campaigns
Kellogg's® Vector® Launches the Become Your Player Campaign
AI Video Insights
Sora Creators Curates Trending AI-Generated Videos from Twitter in Real-Time
Collaborative Streaming Game Experiences
Netflix and Roblox Partnered for a Digital Theme Park
Interactive Gaming Phone Cases
Bitmo Lab Introduces the Protective GameBaby Transformative Case
Snapchat Super Bowl Filters
The NFL x Snapchat Creator Program Debuts Ahead of the Big Game
Interactive Video Game-Themed Tours
The Play Nintendo Tour Runs from June 13 to September 2, 2024
Fandom-Friendly Campaigns
WhatsApp & Netflix Unite for a Squid Game Fandom Celebration
Score-Tracking Esports Applications
The Esports World Cup Now Has a Mobile App for Attendees
Fashion House Retro-Gaming Devices
Balenciaga Presents a Device That Only Plays the Snake Game
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'
Immersive VR Shopping Apps
Mytheresa Worked with Obsess on New Apple Vision Pro App
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
Wellness-Focused Gaming Platforms
TELUS Channels Interactive Games as Mental Support with GameRx™
Interactive Sports Game Predictions
Guul's EURO 2024 Predictor Offers Connection and camaraderie
AI-Powered Adventure Apps
The 'Globe Chaser' App Features Geocaching-Inspired Tours
Creator Economy-Focused Marketplaces
Teespring Marketplace Relaunches Under Parent Company Amaze
Celebratory Stacking Game Consoles
The Tetris Forever Handheld Video Game Console Marks 40 Years
Social Sports Applications
EA is Launching the EA Sports Social App on Web and Mobile
Reimagined Age-Inclusive Classic Games
Ageless Innovation Recently Debuted YAHTZEE Slots
Interactive Game-Based Fitness Platforms
Ergatta & iFIT Join Forces to Make Workouts More Engaging
Smart TV Party Games
Jackbox Games is Coming to Smart TVs Through a New Update
Gen Z-Focused Board Games
Mattel Launches Scrabble Together for Non-Competitive Gen Z Consumers
Mobile Game Universe Expansions
King Expands Its Roster with Candy Crush Solitaire
Impactful Gaming Experiences
Humanity Games Combines Retro Gameplay With Real-World Lessons
Resort-Inspired Video Games
Nintendo Debuts Super Mario Party Jamboree for Switch
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
Collaborative VR Experiences
Netflix and Sandbox VR Introduce an Immersive Rebel Moon Experience
Social-Focused Childrens Games
Dragon Snacks Games' 'Solar Punk' Will Act as a Social Hub
Sharable Digital Video Games
The Nintendo Switch Virtual Game Card Allows for Sharing
Mobile Retro Gaming Apps
The 'Delta' Application is Now Available on iOS Devices
Feline-Centric Animated Games
The Little Kitty, Big City Game is Launching on May 9th
Gamified Youth-Focused News Apps
RocaNews Uses Challenges and Quests to Encourage Staying Informed
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Stream-to-Earn Gaming Apps
'Tilted' is Coming to iOS Devices Later this January
Immersive 3D Fitness Games
Ergatta’s Latest Fitness Offering is the Wavelength Game
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
Empire-Themed Battle Games
Zynga Inc and Lucasfilm Launch Star Wars: Hunters Season 2
Video Game Refreshment Campaigns
The Suntory x Super Mario Campaign is Playful
Rebooted Fan-Favorite Skating Games
EA Games is Bringing Back Popular 'skate' Franchise
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
Returning Fan-Favorite Fighting Games
MultiVersus is Returning on May 28th with New Characters
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Sony Added a Number of Games to its 'PS Plus' Service in June
Best-Selling Console Sequels
Nintendo Dropped the Reveal Trailer for the 'Nintendo Switch 2'
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
Game Console-Branches Streetwear
PlayStation Joins F.C. Real Bristol and SOPH on a Fashion Capsule
AI-Powered Gaming Investment Platforms
Slingshot Debuts a Novel Investing Model for Individuals
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Sports Car-Themed Arenas
Ferrari World Yas Island Hosts an Inaugural Event Ahead of its Launch
Charitable Developer Games Showcases
Humble Bundle is Hosting its 2025 Games Showcase
Free Urban Adventure Games
Adventure City Games Launches a Consumer-Focused Initiative in BC
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
Nostalgic Game Service Updates
Nintendo Has Launched 4 New SNES Games for Nintendo Switch Online
Engaging Fall-Focused Party Games
Sonic Rumble is a Battle Royale-Style SEGA Party Game
Accessible Game Development Apps
CrazyGames Partnered with 'Struckd' to Enable In-Browser Creation
Game Streaming Service Updates
Sony has Added Several Titles to 'PlayStation Plus Premium'
Show-Inspired Free-to-Play Mobile Games
Netflix Unveils the Squid Game: Unleashed Mobile Game
Interactive Football Game Venues
TOCA Social Delivers a Blend of Sports, Entertainment, and Dining
Competitive Monetary Game Platforms
'VersusNow' Allows Players to Compete for Real World Prizes
Web3 Game Development Platforms
Play and TapNation Launched 'Build Play' to Streamline Development
Hidden Social App Mini-Games
Instagram Entices Users with Hidden Games in Their DMs
Classic Board Game Remakes
Dungeons & Dragons Takes on a Celebratory Modernized Update
Social Puzzle Platforms
Puzzlit Lets Users Play Daily Puzzles and Connect With Friends Worldwide
Gamified Sustainability Platforms
The Carbon Games is an App that Makes Sustainability Competitive
Enhanced Online Gaming Experiences
Fun88 India Has Partnered with Evolution Gaming
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
Video Game-Centric Discovery Platforms
Criticdb Debuts a Video Game Review & Discovery Platform
In-Game Social Solutions
Discord is Launching a New Way for Developers to Enhance Connectivity
Virtual AR Adventures
Spin Genie Launches 'AR Treasure Quest'
VR-Based First-Person Shooter Games
SGEntertec Debuts the Highly Anticipated Bounty City
Game-Collaborative Phygital Apparel
Balenciaga Unveils a Collaboration with Need for Speed Mobile
Immersive Rhythmic Concert Games
Epic Games Added Guitar Controller Support to 'Fortnite Festival'
Second-Hand Tech Deliveries
CeX and Just Eat Takeaway.com Will Deliver Pre-Owned Gaming Products
Retro Arcade-Themed Capsules
The Hundreds and Tetris are Teaming Up on the 'Future Vintage' Line
Gamified Geography Applications
'Geoguessr' Challenges Players' Knowledge of the World
Daily Brain Training Games
'10 Games: Daily Brain Training Offers a Suite of Cognitive Games
In-Car Gaming Systems
Volkswagen Will Feature AirConsole's Video Games in its Vehicles
Iconic Action Game Ports
Supergiant Games' 'Hades' is Coming to iOS Devices via Netflix Games
Game Marketing Tools
Conduit.gg is a Marketing for Game Developers That's Great for Social Media
Women's Day-Inspired Tournaments
True Gamer Partners with Sony to Host a Match for Women's Day
Virtual Self-Expression Summits
göt2b's Virtual Metaverse Experience Uplifts Millennials & Gen Z
Skill-Based Betting Games
WannaDare Offers Skill-Based Gaming With Peer-to-Peer Betting Challenges
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
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
Casual MR Gaming Companies
'MixRift' Raised over $1.6M to Fund its Mixed Reality Game Development
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Web3 Gamified Messaging Apps
PlaysOut is Bringing Web3 Gaming to the Telegram Messenger
Regional Gaming Platforms
Indian Esports Group 'AA Gaming' Launched 'AA Play' Platform
Social Gaming Calendars
ArcadeCal Helps Gamers Coordinate Their Gaming Sessions
Expanded Digital Game Distributions
Limited Run Games Expands with Three Exciting Titles
Dynamic Quizzing Experiences
Qwhiz Offers Daily Fun and Leaderboards to Compete with Friends
Comprehensive Sports Apps
OutyPlay Builds Community for Sports Enthusiasts
Esports Harm Prevention Programs
Ygam Launched a Mental Health Programme for Gaming Communities
Competition-Based Esports Partnerships
Esports World Cup Recruits Heinz, Logitech G, and Secretlab
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
Party Game Apps
Luminary is The Ultimate Mobile Game for Fun, Stats, and Socializing
Online Trivia Platforms
Masters of Trivia Offers a New Take With a Diverse Array of Topics