This micro games trend report features the top games trends in the last year. The report is a crowd-filtered ranking based on TrendHunter.com monthly traffic (several million monthly views) and our games trend database, which now has more than 1035 games trends.
Implications - Gaming is more advanced and more culturally pervasive than ever before, and Trend Hunter's massive collection of games trends are perfect examples of this fact in action. From quirky wall decals to uniquely creative video game concepts, this collection of ideas shows how gaming isn't just for geeks or nerds anymore. In today's modern world, video games are certainly as much a part of pop culture as fashion and Hollywood celebrities.
Top 20 Video Games Trends, Ads and Gaming Articles in 2008
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Glamorization of Video Game Characters
10 Hot Gaming Characters
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Gruesome Shockvertising
Sony PSP Retry Ad
18
Wrap-Around Widescreen Gaming Monitor
Alienware (CES 2008)
17
Untooning Video Game Characters
Bowser Gets Real
16
Torture Games
Online Video Games Getting More Violent
15
Band Geek Hero Shirts
Fashion for Proud Musicians
14
Viral Urban Graffiti
GTA IV NYC Wall Murals
13
Revealing War Mysteries
Secret Weapons of World War 2
12
Sarah Palin Video Games
Political Gamers Rock their Vote
11
Retro Gaming Meets Scenic Photography
Cartoon Characters in Real Life
10
Big Band Video Games
Guitar Hero Aerosmith (Part 2)
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Bikini Game Controllers
The Geekini
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Nintendo Wall Decals
Blik Surface Graphics
7
Olympic Video Games
Sega Beijing 2008 Olympics
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Uber Geeky Food DIY
Nintendo "1UP Mushroom" Burger
5
Social Networks for Kids
Allie Finkle, ZooKazoo & ourWorld
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Wireless Power Systems
Intel WiTricity
3
Game Controller Furniture
Coffee Table / Storage Box / NES Controller Works!
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Real Life Nintendo
Video Game Characters Superimposed in the Real World
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Video Game Handcuffs
Sony PSP Ad
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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
Celebrity-Fronted Mobile Game Commercials
Supercell Debuts Squad Busters with an Exciting Campaign
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
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
Brand-Themed Handheld Consoles
The HyperMegaTech Super Pocket Comes in Two Special Editions
Gaming-Inspired Haptic Response Sneakers
The Nike PG2 PlayStation Shoes are Paul George-Approved
Next-Gen Graphic Attire
Serenity Trends’ Graphic Clothing Offers a Futuristic Aesthetic
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
Personalized Digital Playgrounds
Pringles Poptopia is an Immersive, Engaging Experience for Fans
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
Sporty Fashion Spring Campaigns
adidas Originals Introduces the 1000 Back Campaign
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Streaming Series Games
Netflix Stories Invites Viewers to Participate in Their Own Adventures
Youth Metaverse Advertising Initiatives
Roblox Announced an Advertising Partnership with PubMatic
Creative Game-Themed Peripherals
The Higround x Minecraft Collection Has Several Styles
Convention-Challenging AC Campaigns
Samsung's WindFree Ad Stars a Savvy Grandma-Fluencer
Cozy Video Game Loungewear
The Super Mario Meets Gelato Pique Collection is Arriving in Japan
Gamer-Centric Fast Food Campaigns
Burger King's Gaming Campaign to Rewards “Burger-to-King” Goals
Handheld Gaming Console Concepts
Alex Casabo Designs the Playfusion Console Concept
Horror Media Creation Games
In 'Content Warning,' Players Aim to Create Viral Horror Videos
Mobile-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The 'MOI3D' Concept Controller by Vadim Danilkov is Two-in-One
Japanese Kitty Mobile Games
Neko Atsume 2 Launches with Playful Interactions and Cozy Design
Retro Video Game Stores
Gamestop is Opening 'Retro' Locations to Sell Used Games
Scent-Releasing Gaming Devices
The 'Gamescent' Syncs with Gameplay to Add a Sense of Smell
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
AI-Powered Cultural Trend Tools
Huge's Culture Decoder Uses AI to Understand Cultural Trends
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
Gamified In-Airport Activations
Haribo's Mobile Games Gives People of All Ages the Chance to Win
Digital Pet-Inspired Streetwear
The BAPE x Tamagotchi Collab Delivers Nostalgia with Style
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
In-Game Advertising Services
StackAdapt Offers Engaging Game Advertising for its Clients
Foldable Gaming Consoles
This Game Boy Flip Concept Pushes the Boundaries of Handheld Gadgets
Egg-Centric Metaverse Games
American Egg Board Launched a Tower of Eggs Pop-Up on Roblox
Viral Video Databases
Viral Ideas Offers Inspiration for a Content Creator's Next Big Video
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
Trendy Metaverse Sportswear
adidas Enters the Virtual World Through a Roblox Collaboration
Retro Game-Streaming Services
'Antstream' is the First Licensed Retro Game Service on iPhone
Crystalline Handheld Gaming Devices
The Analogue Pocket: Transparent Limited Editions are Stylish
Table-Top Gaming Candles
Gameplay Candles' Table Top Gaming Candles Ignite the Adventure in Us All
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Board Game-Themed Fashions
The Shoe Palace x Monopoly Collection Includes an Array of Styles
Artful Diverse Gaming Backgrounds
The Xbox Celebrates Collection Honors Cultural Heritage
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
Modern-Retro Handheld Games
'Kien' is a 2024 Release For 2001's GameBoy Advance
Updated Game-Streaming Devices
Sony Added a Few Much-Needed Features to its 'Portal' Handheld
Video Game Travel Merchandise
The Nintendo Super Mario Travel Items are Arriving for Summer
Superhero Multiplayer Arena Games
Dragon Ball Project: Multi is a Cross-Platform MOBA Title
Nugget-Inspired Video Games
McDonalds and The Sandbox Create the McNuggets Land Game
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Pay-What-You-Want Gaming Platforms
Humble Bundle Changes Game Distribution with Flexible Pricing
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
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
Interactive Influencer Features
YouTube's New 'Hype' Feature Allows Viewers to Share in Success
Dynamic Mobile Fashion Games
Tommy Hilfiger Unveils a New Mobile Fashion Game Called FashionVerse
Pizza-Themed Arcade Games
Mike’s Hot Honey Launched an 80s-Inspired Game Called Slice Hunter
Interactive App-Themed Game Maps
Twitch Unveiled 'The Glitch' Brand Map in Fortnite for Twitchcon
Challenging Sensory Games
Toy Mania's Quick Pops Feature Four Game Modes
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
Nostalgic Motion Games
Hungry Hungry Hippos: Move N' Munch Reimagines a Classic Game with AI Tech
Video Game Refreshment Campaigns
The Suntory x Super Mario Campaign is Playful
Collaborative Creative Writing Games
CrowdTales is a Multi-Player Continue-the-Story Game
Reimagined Retro Gaming Consoles
The Atari 2600+ Console Brings Back a Classic 1980 System
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Haunting Gaming Adventures
The New Hauntii XBOX Game Is Super Mario Inspired
Mobile Escape Rooms
Phone Escape: Hopeless Takes Mobile Entertainment to New Dimensions
Miniature Collectible Campaigns
The World’s Smallest Lines are the Focus of Influencer Marketing
VR Track Racing Games
Micro Machines: Mini Challenge Mayhem Pushes Virtual Cars to the Limits
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
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
Free Urban Adventure Games
Adventure City Games Launches a Consumer-Focused Initiative in BC
AI-Driven Financial Education Games
Money Smarts Unveils AI Financial Game on Indiegogo
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
Merge-and-Battle Mobile Games
Zynga's Socialpoint Releases the 'Top Troops' Combat Game
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
Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories
The Kojima Productions x Higround Collection Arrives This Month
Work-Ditching Video Game Campaigns
Call of Duty's "Ghost Your Boss" Invites Players to Skip Work
Collectible Figurine Action Games
Funko! Announced 'Funko Fusion' for Modern Platforms
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
All-in-One iGaming Solutions
CrazyGames Unveils a New Collection of Browser-Based Games
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
Promotional Influencer Videos
Activision Recruits Multiple Creators to Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Short Film-Inspired Ads
Apple’s New ‘The Underdogs’ Ad Features Various Apple Products
Trendy In-Game Music Hubs
Roblox Launches the New Roblox Music Hub for Music Discovery
Insect-Inspired Strategy Games
The Empire of the Ants Game is Set to Arrive in November
Black Gaming Hairstyles
Code my Crown Brings Better Representation to Video Games
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
In-Car Gaming Systems
Volkswagen Will Feature AirConsole's Video Games in its Vehicles
Web-Based Word Game Celebrations
New York Times Games Honors Its1,000th Wordle Puzzle
AI-Powered Video Advertisements
YouTube is Utilizing AI to Enhance its Advertising Approaches
Web-Based Mobile Game Stores
Microsoft Mobile Games is Launching a Web-Based Store
Collapsible Gamer Controller Designs
The 'Swift' Foldable Controller Concept is Compact
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
Short-Form Gaming Video Apps
'FreshCut' is TikTok for Video Games and Gaming News
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
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
Addictive Chaotic Games
Angel Pop is a Bulley Shoot 'Em Up Game Available on Playdate
Gaming-Inspired Headphone Campaigns
Nazarian Films Aims to Engage a Younger Generations
Holographic Video Game Characters
Proto Uses ProtoHologram to Create a Digital Mario
Child Verification Mechanisms
ERSB Debuts a New System for Parental Consent in Video Gaming
Mentally Stimulating Game Collections
Fresh Words: Word Game Boasts Engaging and Challenging Games
Bubble Tea Art Games
Call of Boba is a Fun Game where Players Sell Bubble Tea Drinks
April Fool's Lifestyle Collections
Nugget Introduced Its 'Most Trendiest - High Endiest' Line Yet
Video Game Merchandise Events
The King of Games Tokyo Pop-Up Store is Nintendo Approved
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
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
Anime Service-Backed Games
Crunchyroll is Adding Mobile Games to its Subscription-Based Offerings
Aggregated Social Insights
IndiePulse Uses Forum and Thread Comments to Find Your Next Projects
Creative Hollywood-Themed Games
'Greenlight' Tasks Players with Pitching Ideas to Studio Heads
Avatar-Centric Gaming Activities
Interactive New Meta Quests are Added to the Horizon Worlds
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
Game-Specific Adaptive Music
PlusMusic Enhances Gaming Immersion with Personalized Music
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
Newspaper Gaming Platforms
kr3m Crafts an Interactive, Reader-Centric Gaming Platform for Le Monde
TV-Specific Pop Informants
COVER Emerges as the Essential App for TV Show Aficionados
Classic Action-Inspired Games
The Bomb Rush Cyberpunk Game is Launching in September
Cartoon-Inspired Animated Games
The Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland Game Nods to the 90s