September 2017 games trends reveal the incorporation of the ever-growing popularity of subscription services into the game industry, as well as the revamping of classic games.
An example of the former is the Ubercrate video game subscription service, which sends subscribers 10 random games per month. This collection of games can have a total value of $40 and go up as high as $700, but the service itself costs only $20 for a three month subscription.
An example of the latter is the Prosecco Pong game offered by the party supply store Talking Tables. Most people are familiar with the classic party game 'beer pong,' and Prosecco Pong offers a more sophisticated way of playing the same game. The revamping of this classic ensures that it is more adult-friendly, while still being familiar.
Top 45 Game Trends in September

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Paper Component Toys
The 'Papier Machine' Printed Circuits are Compiled in a Book

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Portable 4K Projectors
The Nebula Mars Portable WiFi Projector Creates a 150 Inch HD Image

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Gamer Culture Couches
The Harow Arcade Sofa Furniture Design is Inspired by the 80s and 90s
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Themed Adult-Only Hotels
'Grand Portals Nous' Features Five Uniquely Themed Rooms
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Gamified AR Workouts
ARX Turns One's Exercise Routine into a Challenging Game
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Luxurious Adult-Only Hotels
The 'Grand Hotel Portals Nous' Loans Its Guests a BMW for Their Stay
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Universal Customizable Controllers
The 'ALL Controller' is Compatible with All of Your Devices
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Episodic Fantasy Merchandise
HBO's Game of Thrones Merchandise Collection is Now Updated Weekly
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Maze Game Phone Cases
This Retro Maze Case Offers Entertainment Should Your iPhone Ever Die
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Retro Video Game Controllers
The NES 30 Arcade Stick Controller Works on the Nintendo Switch
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Tailored Gamer Backpacks
The Mobile Edge 'CORE' Gaming Backpack Packs All Gamer Essentials
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Fantasy-Themed Dining Events
The White Gold Butchers Game of Thrones Dinner is Meat-Centric
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Retro Video Game Computers
The Love Hulten Datorbox Gaming PC is Elegant and Functional
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Educational Water Events
The Children's Water Festival Highlights the Importance of Conservation
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Aquatic Beer Pong Games
The Battleship Beer Pong PRO Can be Used on Water or Dry Land
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VR Horror Games
The 'Alien: Isolation' VR Mode is Compatible with Oculus SDK and Rift Headsets
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Chromatic Eye Test Games
iGame's Free Eye Test Assesses Color Recognition
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Smartphone-Connected Soccer Balls
The 'DribbleUp' Smart Soccer Balls Track Spin and Trajectory
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Prosecco Drinking Games
Prosecco Pong Offers a Sophisticated Alternative to Traditional Beer Pong
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Digital Crossover Board Games
The Uncharted: Monopoly Board Game Expands the Franchise
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Football Goalpost Chairs
The QB54 Lawn Chair Football Game is Playable While Tailgating
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Updated Retro Game Controllers
The Retro Fighters Nintendo 64 Controller Updates the Design
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Queer Dating Simulators
'Dream Daddy' is a Hugely Popular Dating Sim Game
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Medieval Fantasy Tarot Cards
The Game of Thrones Tarot Card Set is Ideal for Fans of the Franchise
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Racing-Themed Game Consoles
Sony Will Release a Gran Turismo-Themed Playstation 4
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Monster-Building Card Games
'Bears vs Babies' is From the Creators of Exploding Kittens
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Social TV-Watching Platforms
Facebook 'Watch' is a Dedicated New Platform for Viewing Shows
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Foldable 3D Fantasy Masks
These Game of Thrones Wall Mount 3D Masks Can be Worn or Displayed
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Design-Focused Game Collections
'Method of Action' Helps Designers Hone Their Skills
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Aquatic Card Table Sets
The Swimline Game Station Set Comes with Waterproof Playing Cards
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Magical Literature Card Games
'Cards Against Potter' Puts a Wizardly Spin on the Game
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Conversation-Starting Board Games
The 'Personalitree' Conversation Game Gets Participants Chatting
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Personalized Satellite Image Puzzles
This Personalized Puzzle is a Bird's-Eye View of Your Home
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Golfer Drinking Games
Beer Pong Golf Switches Up How the Classic Drinking Game is Played
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Women's Basketball Video Games
WNBA Teams Will Appear in NBA Live 18
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Trampoline Bed Installations
Virgin Media Promoted Its Virgin TV Kids App with a Jumping Apparatus
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Mobile-Only Basketball Tickets
Miami Heat is the First NBA Team to Offer Mobile-Only Entry
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Pup-Petting Games
'Pet the Pup at the Party' is a Game That Addresses Social Anxiety
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TV-Watching Races
Sky Staged a Game of Thrones Marathon That Challenged Viewers to Run
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Hand-Controlled Coding Kits
Kano's Motion Sensor Kit Creates Gesture-Based Games and More
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VR Sports-Viewing Apps
'Fox Sports VR' Lets Users View Games in Virtual VIP Stadium Suites
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8-Bit Game Collections
UFO 50 Includes 50 Titles Inspired by Retro Gaming Origins
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Randomized Gaming Subscriptions
Ubercrate Delivers 10 Random Games to Members Every Month
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Adventure Game Mashups
'Assassin's Festival' Combines 'Assassin's Creed' and 'Final Fantasy'
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Anecdotal Gambling Commercials
This Commercial for 'Kwiff' is Equal Parts Dark and Comical
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Modernized 90s Gaming Consoles
The Analogue 3D Console Upscales N64 Games to 4K
Game Subscription-Playable Titles
Rockstar Games' GTA: V is Officially Coming to Gamepass
Game-Based T-Shirt Capsules
UNIQLO's UT Launches an Archival 'Super Mario Series' Collection
Bar-Focused Dating Apps
Heineken®'s Bar Dating App Appeals to Gen Z's Social Habits
Holiday Party-Themed Spots
Johnnie Walker x Uber Eats Bring ‘Squid Game’ to Holiday Parties
Gamified Wine Kits
The Grape Detective by Vinebox Has Tasters Match Wines with Their Profiles
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Microsoft Now Lets Players Stream their Library with xCloud
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
Card-Style Game Soda Campaigns
PepsiCo Launches the 'Bottle Lotto Sweepstakes' for Summer
Retro Gaming Room Experiences
Step Back in Time with W Montréal’s Retro Gaming Box Experience
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
Digital Creator Revenue Shifts
Newsletter Platform Beehiiv Lets Readers Set Their Own Price
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Alcohol-Centered Board Games
The MONOPOLY Board Crawl is a Drinking-Friendly Upgrade on a Classic
Retro Pixelated Cafe Collections
Starbucks Introduces the Bearista Game Collection
Video Game-Based Prize Packages
This KRAFT Mac & Cheese x Nintendo Collab Boasts Game Elements
Streaming Service Gift Boxes
The Netflix Gift Box Shares Collectibles from Favorite Franchises
Adult-Exclusive Reimagined Board Games
Hasbro Transforms a Classic with the Monopoly Board Crawl
Drink-Shaped Gaming Devices
7-Eleven is Giving Fans the Chance to Win a Slurpee-Shaped Tetris Game
Cubic Video Game Candies
The PEZ Minecraft Collection is Arriving in September
Financial Predictability-Focused Coffee Promotions
Keurig Dr Pepper Launches the Price Lock Event
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
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Soccer-Centric Soda Spots
Pepsi's 'Refresh the Game' Campaign Brings Soccer Icons Together
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
Bestselling Board Game Expansions
Player Insights Informed the All-New Monopoly Expansion Packs
Emotional Introspection Drinking Experiences
Suntory's Glass and Words Bar Concept is Novel
Dating-Style Bar Discovery Platforms
Heineken® Debuts an Innovative Digital Platform — Bar Dating
Super Bowl Streaming Services
Tubi is Streaming the 2025 Super Bowl Through its Free Platform
Gen Z-Focused Delivery Apps
Instacart Launches a Dedicated App for Party Hosts
Communal Reading Events
Reading Rhythms Transforms Social Reading into Curated Experiences
Celebratory Stacking Game Consoles
The Tetris Forever Handheld Video Game Console Marks 40 Years
Retro Game-Streaming Services
'Antstream' is the First Licensed Retro Game Service on iPhone
Retro-Inspired Handheld Game Consoles
Sara Ourani Designs the SUP Game Box 400 Console
Mom-Focused Mobile Game Events
Avia Debuts a First-Of-Its-Kind Mom's Week in Solitaire Clash
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
Resort-Inspired Video Games
Nintendo Debuts Super Mario Party Jamboree for Switch
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
Spiked Electrolyte Canned Beverages
Postgame Beverages Focuses on Mindfulness When Drinking
Personal-Sized Beer Pitchers
The Greene Turtle is Selling New Personal Pitchers This Fall
Sports-Themed Board Games
MONOPOLY Panini Prizm Brings Basketball and Board Games Together
Streaming Series Pizza Partnerships
Domino’s and Netflix Teamed Up to Celebrate Squid Game
Football-Focused Sofa Campaigns
Pepsi Presents the Refresh the Game Campaign with Icons
Musician Guessing Games
Spotle Unlimited is Like "Wordle" for Guessing Spotify Artists
Social-Focused Childrens Games
Dragon Snacks Games' 'Solar Punk' Will Act as a Social Hub
Pay-What-You-Want Gaming Platforms
Humble Bundle Changes Game Distribution with Flexible Pricing
Cult-Favorite Game-Themed Pizza Menus
Boston Pizza & Nintendo Debut a Mushroom Kingdom-Themed Menu
Toronto Gastro-Gaming Businesses
OCHE Arrives in Toronto to Enhance the Entertainment Scene
Pizza-Themed Arcade Games
Mike’s Hot Honey Launched an 80s-Inspired Game Called Slice Hunter
Creative Frustration Outlets
Punch Your Client Is A Satirical Game For Creative Professionals
TV Game-Inspired Pizza Campaigns
Netflix and Domino's Join on Emergency Pizza Campaigns
Mocktail-Making Incentives
SodaStream's Tips for Sips Supports Goals in Dry January & Beyond
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
Perks-Filled Activations
The Really Good Mood Machine by Uber Shares Feel-Good Surprises
Video Game Refreshment Campaigns
The Suntory x Super Mario Campaign is Playful
Hybrid Party Game Tables
Tiburon Tables Incorporate Different Aspects of Several Games
Modern Alcohol Collection Platforms
Unicorn is a Next-Gen Platform for Collecting Spirits & Wines
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Sony Added a Number of Games to its 'PS Plus' Service in June
Chinese Youth Search Reports
Xiaohongshu Has Released Report on Search Habits Among Youth in China
Innovative Game Collections
Particula Redefines Play and Learning with Elevated Classics
Influencer-Based Gaming Activations
Niantic Taps Google to Recruit Creators for Pokémon GO Fest
Interactive Music Course Subscriptions
Strybo Digital Offers a Course Platform for £9.99
Charitable Developer Games Showcases
Humble Bundle is Hosting its 2025 Games Showcase
Collectible Penguin Games
'Pudgy Party' is an Upcoming Mobile Party Game with Web3 Elements
Stable Game-Themed Cryptocurrencies
Playtron's 'Game Dollar' is Pegged to the USD
Language App Pop-Ups
Duolingo Hosted an Interactive Street Society Event in Soho
Seasonal Gamer Ornaments
Hallmark Launches a Variety of Gamer-Approved Ornaments for the Holidays
Cocktail-Themed Murder Mysteries
Murder on the Rocks Incorporates Elements of Cocktail Mixing
Tile-Based Word Games
Apple Recently Rolls Out its New Quartiles Game Discreetly
Ad-Free Gaming Platforms
Subscrible's Latest Gaming Platform is Available on Mobile Devices
Streaming Series Video Games
The 'Thronglets' Game is Inspired by a Black Mirror Episode
Cost-Cutting Subscription Tracker Apps
The 'Orbit' Subscription Tracker Enables Easy Management
Paper Sampling Containers
Arcade Beauty Debuts a Paper-Based Sampling Solution for Beauty Products
Cloud Gaming Service Updates
Nvidia Added High-Demand Games to its GeForce Now Game Service
Retro RPG Releases
The Original 1996 Diablo Game is Coming to PC Game Pass with Microsoft
Value-Minded Video Game Consoles
This Nintendo Switch MAR10 Day Bundle Celebrates the Console
Age-Inclusive Board Games
Hasbro Revamps its Classic Board Games to Accommodate Aging Consumers
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
Cozy Self-Exploration Games
Betwixt Provides Epic Escapes from Stress & Anxiety with Storytelling
Interactive Football Game Venues
TOCA Social Delivers a Blend of Sports, Entertainment, and Dining
Collaborative Daily Word Games
Netflix and TED Talks Join to Create the TED Tumblewords Game
SaaS Simulation Games
0MRR Turns SaaS Failures into Fun Challenges to Learn From
AI Drinking Games
Secrets Unfold is an AI-Generated Questions For Fun Social Interaction
Classic Board Game Remakes
Dungeons & Dragons Takes on a Celebratory Modernized Update
Summer-Themed Subscription Boxes
Bokksu's Summer Collection Features Unique Japanese Snacks
Expansive Soccer Universes
Soccerverse Boasts Real-World Influences and a Community-Driven World
Video Game-Centric Discovery Platforms
Criticdb Debuts a Video Game Review & Discovery Platform
Revived Retro Arcade Games
Nintendo Breathes Life Back to the NES Version of Tetris
Social Puzzle Platforms
Puzzlit Lets Users Play Daily Puzzles and Connect With Friends Worldwide
Unified Subscription Management Apps
The 'SubX' Subscription Manager Supports Over 1,000 Services
Chaotic Cat-Themed Board Games
Exploding Kittens: The Board Game Reimagines a Viral Card Game
Emoji Word Games
Quiz Blitz Turns Emoji Clues Into Addictive Word Challenges
Comprehensive Subscription-Based Wine Platform
Wine Folly Has Introduced Wine Folly+
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
Zero-Proof Subscription Boxes
Raising the Bar's Boxes Boast Alcohol-Free Spirits, Mixers, and More
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
Game Day-Inspired Shots
Game On Shots Bottle the Fun of Stadium Snacks & Tailgating
Integrated Streaming Access Updates
Spotify and EA SPORTS Team Up to Power In-Game Audio Streaming
Event Shuttle Rideshare Services
Uber Shuttle is Targeted Towards Sporting Events and Concerts
Speed Completion Video Games
Nintendo's NES Classics Game Challenges Players to Play Quickly
Daily Esports Product Lines
PandaScore Launched New 'Daily Fantasy Esports' Products
Web-Based Word Game Celebrations
New York Times Games Honors Its1,000th Wordle Puzzle
Personal Wellbeing-Aiding Products
Pong Design Creates Products that Fuse Mindfullness with Tech
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
Basketball Gaming Additions
Nintendo Adds Basketball to Nintendo Switch Sports
Curated Book Subscription Boxes
Book of the Month Creates Personalized Fiction-Book Boxes
Youth-Supporting Esports Opportunities
British Esports Launches the PUBG Mobile College Tournament
Bubble Tea Art Games
Call of Boba is a Fun Game where Players Sell Bubble Tea Drinks
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
April Fool's Lifestyle Collections
Nugget Introduced Its 'Most Trendiest - High Endiest' Line Yet
Social Gaming Calendars
ArcadeCal Helps Gamers Coordinate Their Gaming Sessions
Exclusive Spelling Games
Apple News+ Launched Quartiles Just for Its Subscribers
Soothing Puzzle Games
Puzzle Odyssey Hosts a Collection of Games at Varying Levels
Creative Hollywood-Themed Games
'Greenlight' Tasks Players with Pitching Ideas to Studio Heads
2D Forensic Investigation Games
Gravity Recently Released the Tokyo Psychodemic Game
Newlywed Registry Bundles
Tesco Unveils Wedding Registry Bundles with an Assortment of Essentials
Interactive Party Games
'Roved' Makes Group Drinking Games Easy, Fun, And Instantly Social
Strategic Feline Mobile Games
Netflix Has Launched a New 'Exploding Kittens' Mobile Game
Card Game Enhancers
Robeeto Adds Surprise Events to Uno for a Fun, Dynamic Gaming Experience
Streaming Brand Trivia Games
Roku Weekly Trivia Puts User's Pop Culture Knowledge to the Test
Personalized Game Show Generators
Quizado Lets You Host Your Own Family Feud-Style Game Nights
Digital Dartboard Game Systems
The 'Pixeldarts' Electronic Throwing Game Offers Nonstop Fun
Social Gaming Platforms
Dartify Lets You Play Real-Time Online Dart Matches With Friends
Re-Imagined Adult Party Games
Fluttr Spin the Bottle Features 150 Naughty Challenges
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
Newspaper Gaming Platforms
kr3m Crafts an Interactive, Reader-Centric Gaming Platform for Le Monde
Party Game Apps
Luminary is The Ultimate Mobile Game for Fun, Stats, and Socializing
Subscription Revenue Platforms
beehiiv's Paid Newsletters Powers Subscription-Based Content Models
Online Trivia Platforms
Masters of Trivia Offers a New Take With a Diverse Array of Topics