From cutting-edge technologies like virtual and augmented reality to the latest advancements in artificial intelligence and immersive storytelling, this list of game trends for May 2024 highlights areas of opportunity for consumers looking to delve deeper into this space.
One example is the Billie Eilish x Fortnite collaboration, which seeks to bridge the gap between video games and music. This partnership will see Eilish's famous tracks seamlessly incorporated into the Fortnite Festival, providing players with an immersive experience of her music within the game's virtual world. Moreover, fans can anticipate the availability of her distinctive neon green character skin for purchase in the in-game shop, adding a personalized touch to their Fortnite gameplay.
Elsewhere, Team Vitality, a leading European esports organization, has recently introduced an exclusive merchandise line as part of its KARE project. The collection includes a fashionable bag, a comfortable hoodie, a stylish cap, and a standout T-shirt, all designed with mental health awareness as a central theme.
Top 65 Games Trends in May

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Dedicated Web3 Gaming Platforms
Gamestop is Working with 'Elixir' on a Crypto Gaming Launcher

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Tablet-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The Razer Kishi Ultra Mobile Gaming Controller is Responsive
63
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
62
Crypto-Integrated Game Consoles
The BitBoy One from Ordz Games lets Players Earn Crypto
61
Gen Alpha-Focused Eyewear Collabs
Zenni Partnered with FreshCut to Market to Roblox Users
60
Ergonomic Minimalist Gaming Controllers
The Moenix Game Controller Concept Has a Yoke-Style Design
59
Emotionally Rewarding Multiplayer Games
Toca Boca Days Helps Tweens Find a Sense of Belonging
58
Virtual Obstacle Courses
Roblox's Specsavers Obby Lets Players Interact with Branded Virtual Items
57
Blockchain-Based Gaming Consoles
The ZIlliqa Console is Designed around a Skill-to-Earn Model
56
Esports Furniture Partnerships
Fnatic Partnered with Steelcase to Enhance Player Comfort
55
Horror Media Creation Games
In 'Content Warning,' Players Aim to Create Viral Horror Videos
54
Ultra-Compact Horizontal Handhelds
The MIYOO A30 Emulates Thousands of Games at a Low Price
53
Console-Focused Gaming Headsets
Razer Released a PlayStation and Xbox Edition of its BlackShark
52
Professional-Grade PC Controllers
Scuf's 'Envision Pro' is Designed for eSports Play
51
Drink-Shaped Gaming Devices
7-Eleven is Giving Fans the Chance to Win a Slurpee-Shaped Tetris Game
50
Esports Mental Health Apparel
Team Vitality Debuts the KARE Merch Capsule to Support Mental Health
49
Ultra-Miniature Gaming Handhelds
Anbernic Unveiled the RG28XX to Play Retro Games in your Pocket
48
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
47
Comic-Inspired Gaming Consoles
Microsoft Unveils Exclusive X-Men ’97 Xbox and Series X
46
Web3-First Handheld PCs
The SuiPlay0x1 runs Linux Optimized for Web3 Applications
45
Musician-Inspired Game Characters
Singer Billie Eilish Arrives as the Newest Fortnite Hero
44
Rapper-Backed Video Games
Roobet Unveils 'Snoop's High Rollers' in Collaboration with Snoop Dogg
43
Corporate Team-Building Games
Monox Island Is a Multi-Player Game to Strengthen Relationships
42
OLED Android Gaming Devices
The Anbernic RG556 Features a 1080P Screen and Built-in Game Controls
41
Comic Anniversary Controllers
CRKD is Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Hellboy with New Line
40
Visual-Aiding AI Gaming Features
JBL Quantum Introduces the Inclusive Guide Play Feature
39
Cooperative Pirate Simulator Games
Microsoft is Bringing Sea of Thieves to PlayStation 5 Consoles
38
Mobile Retro Gaming Apps
The 'Delta' Application is Now Available on iOS Devices
37
Feline-Centric Animated Games
The Little Kitty, Big City Game is Launching on May 9th
36
Multipurpose Handheld Game Consoles
Powkiddy's RGB20SX Plays Games from Various Platforms
35
Promotional Branded Handheld PCs
AYANEO Announced an 'Eiyuden Chronicles' Special Edition Air 1S
34
Mobile Board Game Metaverses
Netmarble's 'Meta World: My City' is a Board Game City Builder
33
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
32
Nostalgic Motion Games
Hungry Hungry Hippos: Move N' Munch Reimagines a Classic Game with AI Tech
31
Expanded-Capacity Game Cartridges
Evercade's 'Giga Carts' Enable Larger, More Ambitious Titles
30
Comforting Fantasy Builder Games
Tales of the Shire Lets Players Build a Hobbit Society
29
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
28
Space-Centric Metaverse Games
Fortnite Debuts the Lunar Horizons Game with Hassell and ESA
27
Performance-Enhancing Driver Updates
Intel Released a New Beta Arc Driver to Enhance Dx11 Games
26
Tile-Based Word Games
Apple Recently Rolls Out its New Quartiles Game Discreetly
25
Social Simulation Adventure Games
Atlus is Back with 'Metaphor Refantazio' from the Persona Team
24
Expansive Touchscreen Control Games
The Assassins Creed Mirage Game Expands to iPhones and iPads
23
Collectible Figurine Action Games
Funko! Announced 'Funko Fusion' for Modern Platforms
22
Game Streaming Service Updates
Sony has Added Several Titles to 'PlayStation Plus Premium'
21
Esports Marketing Insights
Team Liquid Teams Up with Loadout for Esports and Gaming Insights
20
Web3 Action FPS Games
'MetalCore' is a Unique Blend of MMO and FPS Gameplay with Web3 Elements
19
Charitable Farming Game Bundles
Humble's 'Down on the Farm' Bundle Supports Kiss the Ground
18
Immersive Rhythmic Concert Games
Epic Games Added Guitar Controller Support to 'Fortnite Festival'
17
Neon Retro Gaming Consoles
Evercade Announced the 'VS-R' for Couch Cooperative Play
16
Fine-Tuned eSports Headsets
The Corsair HS35 V2 Series Gaming Headsets Offer Exceptional Audio
15
Holiday-Themed Mobile Gaming Events
Amuzo Games Presents an Easter Event Within DOBBLE GO!
14
Fast-Paced Robot FPS Games
Roboquest is an Action Roguelike with a Deep Progression System
13
Cost-Effective Handheld Consoles
Evercade Announced the 'EXP-R' at a Lower Price
12
Cooperative Looping Games
Vellum is a Roguelite Game Inspired by Great Indie Titles
11
Peruvian Esports Deals
Global Esports Federation and ADPES Enhance Esports Opportunities in Peru
10
Enhanced Esports Opportunities
eFuse Partners with the National Esports Collegiate Conference
9
Educational Esports Platforms
ESIC Unveils the Esports Integrity Education Platform and Tutorial
8
Horde Survival Game Updates
Vampire Survivors is Receiving Guns and a PlayStation Release
7
Rewarding Restaurant Metaverses
Wow Bao's Dim Sum Palace on Roblox Serves Up Exclusive Rewards
6
Dynamic Rhythm Game Updates
The Crypt of the Necrodancer Gets a New Character
5
Repeating Action Platformer Games
Evil Empire is Developing a Roguelite 'Prince of Persia' Title
4
Geography Guessing Games
TopoGuesser Uses Google Earth to Challenge Players with World Landscapes
3
Digitized Sudanese Board Games
JumpDog Offers a Fresh New Format To Play The Traditional Game
2
Spanish Esports Apparel Partnerships
Heroic Esports Partners with Joma for the 'Pro Kit' Line
1
Zombie Survival Game Ports
Dambuster Studios Brought Dead Island 2 to the Steam Platform
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Retro Gaming Experiences
My Arcade® is Showcasing the Gamestation Retro at CES 2025
Digital Brand-Made Arenas
Nike Partners with EA Sports to Create a New Stadium in FC 25
Quirky Watch Collaborations
Timex and Fortnite Join Forces in a Fun Timepiece Collection
Game Subscription-Playable Titles
Rockstar Games' GTA: V is Officially Coming to Gamepass
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
Retro Gaming Phone Cases
The GameBaby Optimizes the iPhone 15 & 16 Pro Max for Mobile Gaming
Shooter Game Console Releases
FragPunk Launches for Xbox and PlayStation on April 29
Digital Apparel Education Initiatives
Roblox is an Unexpected Platform for Fashion Education
Crypto-Integrated Game Consoles
The BitBoy One from Ordz Games lets Players Earn Crypto
Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
Portal:M x Virtual Fashion Exhibition Host a Phygital Experience
Adventure Cartoon Game Collabs
Epic Games is Partnering with Adventure Time on Fortnite Event
Mindful Handheld Gaming Systems
The Conceptual 'Kimera' Handheld Gaming Console is Immersive
Entertaining AI-Driven Experiences
Lotte and Arbitrum Partner for the Coalesced 'Lotte Caliverse'
Mixed-Reality Makeup Studios
Kosé Corporation Debuted a Beauty-Tech Innovation at CES 2025
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Microsoft Now Lets Players Stream their Library with xCloud
Promotional Game-Themed Collabs
Microsoft Partnered with Several CPG Brands to Offer Xbox Rewards
Pop Star Game Collaborations
Sabrina Carpenter Joins Fortnite's Latest Festival Event
In-Game Pride Month Events
Riot Games is Hosting Pride Month Events in League of Legends
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
Digitally-Collectible Footwear Items
Epic Games is Now Selling 'Kicks' in Fortnite
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
Online Game-Inspired Footwear
The Crocs x Fortnite Collection Brings Game Elements to Life
Candy-Branded Video Game Partnerships
The Mentos Fizzookas Rocket Debuted on Fortnite Creative
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
Reservation-Based Gaming Retail Initiatives
PlayStation 5 Pro in Japan is for Hardcore Gamers
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
Immersive Sports Engagement Solutions
Sportradar Expands Its Partnership with the NBA
Immersive Mobile Gaming Solutions
Viture x 8BitDo Ultimate Mobile Controller Supports XR Glasses
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Video Game-Inspired Makeup Ranges
The Pat McGrath Labs x Candy Crush Saga Range is Limited-Edition
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
Social Media App Campaigns
Snapchat Promotes Creators in a Bold Campaign Amid TikTok Uncertainty
Family-Friendly Dance Games
The Just Dance 2025 Edition Features Pop Hits by Ariana Grande
Heritage-Inspired Game Consoles
PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection Nods to the First Console
AI Video Insights
Sora Creators Curates Trending AI-Generated Videos from Twitter in Real-Time
All-In-One Mobile Platforms
TPT Global Tech Has Unveiled VüMe Live, the First Super App in the US
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
Esports Mental Health Apparel
Team Vitality Debuts the KARE Merch Capsule to Support Mental Health
Fantasy Football Mobile Games
Ubisoft's NFL Primetime Fantasy is Sure to Be Highly Anticipated
Snapchat Super Bowl Filters
The NFL x Snapchat Creator Program Debuts Ahead of the Big Game
Fandom-Friendly Campaigns
WhatsApp & Netflix Unite for a Squid Game Fandom Celebration
Interactive Video Game-Themed Tours
The Play Nintendo Tour Runs from June 13 to September 2, 2024
Score-Tracking Esports Applications
The Esports World Cup Now Has a Mobile App for Attendees
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Developer Content Marketplaces
Epic Games Launched 'Fab' as its Unified Content Marketplace
Holographic Game-Inspired Apparel
PUMA Unveils a New Collaboration with PlayStation
Esports-Focused Creator Programs
Team Vitality Unveils a New Epic Games Creator Programme
Monster Video Game Collabs
Players Can Now Challenge and Play As Godzilla in Fortnite
Esports Cinema Viewings
Fortnite Pro-Am 2025 is Coming to AMC Cinemas Across America
Latin Celebrity Game Characters
Fortnite Welcomes Karol G to its Roster of Celebrity Characters
Military Game Peripheral Collections
Corsair Unveiled a Hardware Collection with Call of Duty
Gaming-Inspired Apparel
Uniqlo Celebrates Honor of Kings’ 10th Anniversary with Graphic Tee Drop
Celebratory Stacking Game Consoles
The Tetris Forever Handheld Video Game Console Marks 40 Years
Mom-Focused Mobile Game Events
Avia Debuts a First-Of-Its-Kind Mom's Week in Solitaire Clash
Game-Themed Retro Keyboards
Higround and Minecraft Launch a New Collaborative Keyboard Collection
K-Pop-Themed Game Events
BABYMONSTER Joins the PUBG Mobile Universe with a New Collaboration
Social Sports Applications
EA is Launching the EA Sports Social App on Web and Mobile
Inspiring Food Color Reports
Oterra Color Trends 2025 Put Four Trends in the Spotlight
Impactful Gaming Experiences
Humanity Games Combines Retro Gameplay With Real-World Lessons
Expanded Game-Streaming Features
Xbox Cloud Gaming and LG Debut a New Xbox Game Pass Partnership
Revived Retro Internet Games
Neopets is Celebrating its 25th Anniversary with New Revivals
Smart TV Party Games
Jackbox Games is Coming to Smart TVs Through a New Update
Hair-Focused Gaming Initiatives
Dark & Lovely x Ebonix Highlights Diverse Hair Textures in Gaming
Video Game Travel Merchandise
The Nintendo Super Mario Travel Items are Arriving for Summer
Sharable Digital Video Games
The Nintendo Switch Virtual Game Card Allows for Sharing
QSR-Branded In-Game Experiences
The Jack in the Box Fortnite CEO Minigames are Branded
K-pop-Endorsed Game Cosmetics
Ovewatch 2 Partners with K-pop Girl Group LE SSERAFIM
Feline-Centric Animated Games
The Little Kitty, Big City Game is Launching on May 9th
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Sportswear-Branded Game Bundles
adidas Enters the Fortnite Universe with a Versatile Bundle
Singer-Collaborated Game Campaigns
Nintendo and Raye Join Forces on a Series of Advertisements
Sports-Inspired Game Collaborations
Fortnite Taps Lionel Messi for its New Character Release
Social-Focused Childrens Games
Dragon Snacks Games' 'Solar Punk' Will Act as a Social Hub
AI-Powered Game Campaigns
G2A.COM Unveils AI-Powered 'Best Gate 2 Play' Campaign
Manga-Inspired Game Collaborations
Fortnite Announces a Collaboration with the Manga 'Kaiju No. 8'
Stream-to-Earn Gaming Apps
'Tilted' is Coming to iOS Devices Later this January
Esports Cryptocurrency Partnerships
Riot Games Partnered with Coinbase on LoL Esports
Game-Inspired Breathable Footwear
Fortnite and adidas Join on an UltraBOOST Collection
Political Campaign Game Maps
Fortnite Develops Freedom Town for Harris/Walz Campaign
Interactive App-Themed Game Maps
Twitch Unveiled 'The Glitch' Brand Map in Fortnite for Twitchcon
Promotional Esports Partners
Team Vitality Taps Skin.Club to Become its Case-Opening Skin Partner
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
Inclusive Esports Partnerships
XSET and Samsung Partner to Create Opportunities for Women in Games
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Returning Fan-Favorite Fighting Games
MultiVersus is Returning on May 28th with New Characters
In-Game Festival Concerts
Fortnite and Metallica Join on a Special Concert Experience
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
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
Esports Partnership Renewals
Philips Evnia and Team Vitality Revive Their Partnership Until 2027
Space-Centric Metaverse Games
Fortnite Debuts the Lunar Horizons Game with Hassell and ESA
Charitable Developer Games Showcases
Humble Bundle is Hosting its 2025 Games Showcase
Gen Z Basketball Campaigns
Rivalry Unites with Basketball Forever for a Gen Z-Focused NBA Campaign
Collaborative Gaming Peripherals
Razer Releases a New Fortnite Gaming Peripherals Collection
Cross-Cultural Esports Programs
USEF and Ghost Gaming Debut the International Esports Exchange
Virtual Idol Game Crossovers
Fortnite Festival and Hatsune Miku Bring Vocaloid to Modern Gaming
Collaborative Branded Mobile Games
CD Projekt Red is Working with 'Scopely' on New Game
Football-Inspired Menswear Collections
The BOSS x NFL 2024 Capsule is Chic and Ultra-Sporty
Block Game Collaborative Projects
Minecraft Announces an Exciting Tetris Collaboration
Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories
The Kojima Productions x Higround Collection Arrives This Month
Youth Movement Competitions
The PLEZi Absurdly Good Games Encourages Summer Activity
Emoji Word Games
Quiz Blitz Turns Emoji Clues Into Addictive Word Challenges
Collectible Figurine Action Games
Funko! Announced 'Funko Fusion' for Modern Platforms
Teleporting First-Person Shooter Games
1047 Games Announced the Sequel to the Shooter 'Splitgate'
Esports Merchandising Deals
adidas is Collaborating with 100 Thieves on a Merchandise Collection
Web3 Game Development Platforms
Play and TapNation Launched 'Build Play' to Streamline Development
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
VR-Based First-Person Shooter Games
SGEntertec Debuts the Highly Anticipated Bounty City
Collaborative Battle Royale Maps
Guild Esports Teams Up with Sky to Launch a Free Map in Fortnite
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'
Gamified Productivity Apps
Triforce Todos Combines Retro Game Style With Task Management Tools
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
Anniversary-Commemorating Esports Kits
G2 Esports Unveils its New Gallery Experience and Team Kit
Integrated Streaming Access Updates
Spotify and EA SPORTS Team Up to Power In-Game Audio Streaming
Sport-Themed Game Maps
Topgolf Introduces a New Driving Range Map for Fortnite Players
Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings
Minecraft Honors Anniversary with a Pixel Art Collection
Women's Day-Inspired Tournaments
True Gamer Partners with Sony to Host a Match for Women's Day
Web-Based Mobile Game Stores
Microsoft Mobile Games is Launching a Web-Based Store
Youth-Focused Game Tournaments
Inter Milan and Mkers Unveil a New Fortnite Tournament Series
Youth-Supporting Esports Opportunities
British Esports Launches the PUBG Mobile College Tournament
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Emerging Esports Talent Programs
Krafton India Esports Unveils a New 'Rising Star' Program
Video Game Merchandise Events
The King of Games Tokyo Pop-Up Store is Nintendo Approved
Gaming Platform Rebrands
Marblex Gaming Platform Rebrands with a Bold Focus on Fun and Community
Marketing-Focused Esports Deals
OG Esports Partners with Valhalla to Revamp its Player Jerseys
Esports Harm Prevention Programs
Ygam Launched a Mental Health Programme for Gaming Communities
DEI-Supporting Esports Events
Team Vitality and Skin.Club are Supporting the Elite FE Tournament
Social Gaming Platforms
Dartify Lets You Play Real-Time Online Dart Matches With Friends
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
Data-Based Esports Partnerships
Team Vitality Unveils a New Data Partnership with Abios