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Gamer Tourism

Heightening gaming experiences, consumers turn to high-tech tourism destinations

Implications - As gaming continues to grow in popularity, individuals are looking to more than just their consoles and mobile apps for entertainment. Consumers are turning to travel destinations like Japan to engage in more exclusive travel tailored to their specific interests. Using technology and personalized themes to create a user-friendly environment, this gaming tourism speaks to a shift toward more specialized forms of travel.
Trend Themes
1. Specialized Travel - As consumers seek more personalized and theme-based travel experiences, businesses can offer gaming-focused travel destinations that cater specifically to gamers.
2. Gamer-tailored Venues - There has been a rise in demand for permanent, highly-customized venues for gamers, creating a need for dedicated gaming stadiums and eateries that mimic the gaming experience.
3. Gamer-centered Accommodations - Travelers are seeking new, innovative accommodations that offer unique perks, such as hotels outfitted with gaming systems that cater to them.
Industry Implications
1. Travel and Tourism - As specialized travel becomes more popular among consumers, travel and tourism businesses can create gaming-focused travel experiences and destinations that cater to gamers.
2. Gaming and Esports - The rise of dedicated gaming venues, eateries and accommodations presents an opportunity for entrepreneurs to expand and innovate in the gaming and esports industry.
3. Hospitality and Entertainment - Businesses in the hospitality and entertainment industries can explore ways to incorporate gaming and esports into their offerings, such as themed restaurants and hotels outfitted with gaming systems.
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A Pop-Up Shop in Paris Opened to Promote Pokemon X and Y
With its release date fast approaching, Pokemon X and Y has created quite the buzz worldwide. The new video game will be released in October, but promotional campaigns are launching now. France has... MORE
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Named the Eorza Cafe, this themed restaurant is modeled after iconic video game Final Fantasy XIV. This Japanese eatery does not only look to the game for its design inspiration but also references... MORE
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Japanese firm Omron has created an ingenious ping pong-playing robot that demonstrates decent skill with a paddle. This robot is not capable of taking on and defeating even an intermediate-level... MORE
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The traveling consumer, seeking a more customized experience, is being satisfied by new accommodation choices like the The Arcade Hotel in Amsterdam that offer innovative perks to guests. Packing... MORE
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