'Crocodile Attack' is a game that puts players' fingers in the face of peril -- as the YouTubers of 'Team Edge' recently discovered. Using a grumpy crocodile toy, Crocodile Attack players take turns pressing down on the teeth that ring its intimidating jaws. One of those teeth is sore, so when the player presses down on it, the crocodile snaps back, catching the player's finger in the process.
The three Team Edge YouTubers -- Matt, J-Fred, and Bryan -- competed against one another in a video. To add some extra incentive to avoid the losing tooth (beyond the snapping jaws themselves,) the YouTubers used a "mid-game punishment wheel." When one of them lost a round, they would have to spin the wheel and carry out the punishment that it landed on, which included things like singing for the rest of the game or wearing dizzy goggles.
Finger-Chomping Games
YouTubers 'Team Edge' Competed in the 'Crocodile Attack' Challenge
Trend Themes
1. Interactive Games - Similar games that involve physical interaction with toys or objects can disrupt the gaming industry and offer new experiences to players.
2. Punishment Incentives - Incorporating punishment incentives in games can not only increase the competitive aspect but also provide new forms of entertainment.
3. Social Media Challenges - Creating online challenges can increase engagement and interaction with audiences on social media platforms.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - The toy industry can collaborate with game developers to create more interactive physical games that incorporate punishments or challenges to increase market demand.
2. Gaming Industry - Game developers can incorporate interactive features or incentives that offer new experiences to players and cater to a wider audience.
3. Social Media Industry - Social media platforms can encourage the creation of online challenges to increase user engagement and interaction with their content.