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Top 30 Gaming Innovations in May

From Gold-Plated Gaming Consoles to VR Board Games

— May 29, 2016 — Tech
The top May 2016 gaming ideas reveal a shift that's happening in the world of entertainment. Daily advances in technology are making room for all new types of peripherals and interactive experiences to be designed, giving video game creators the chance to challenge the way players experience gameplay. One of the best examples of how gaming is being integrated into other forms of entertainment includes the reboot of Twilight Zone, which has been announced as a hybrid that falls somewhere between a movie and a game.

The continued rise in mobile gaming is causing console creators to offer limited-edition products and special bundles to entice a new generation of gamers. For instance, the value-focused Xbox One Spring Bundle was offered for a limited time in April and the Analogue Nt NES video game console was launched with a collectible 24-Karat Gold exterior finish.
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Value-Focused Console Bundles
Value-Focused Console Bundles
The Xbox One Spring Bundle Packs a Powerful Console and Ample Games
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Programmable Gaming Peripherals
Programmable Gaming Peripherals
This ASUS Gaming Mouse Features a Dozen Programmable Buttons
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28
Smart Game Controllers
Smart Game Controllers
This New Game Controller Gives You Feedback On Your Performance
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27
Virtual Pinball Machines
Virtual Pinball Machines
The Flipppaper Pinball Machine Lets You Design Elements
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Student-Challenging Games
Student-Challenging Games
Quizlet Live Lets Teams Of Students Compete and Learn At the Same Time
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25
Revived Retro Gaming Devices
Revived Retro Gaming Devices
The Game Boy Zero
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24
Math-Oriented Design Games
Math-Oriented Design Games
The Engare Video Game Lets Consumers Create Patterns Using Mathematics
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23
Interactive TV Shows
Interactive TV Shows
The Twilight Zone Reboot Will Be a Cross Between a Movie and a Game
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Interactive Gaming Toothbrushes
Interactive Gaming Toothbrushes
The 'G・U・M PLAY' Connected Toothbrush Improves Oral Care with Apps
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21
Glow-in-the-Dark Classic Games
Glow-in-the-Dark Classic Games
The 'REDUX' Capture the Flag Game Updates the Classic Pastime
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20
Global Collapse Simulators
Global Collapse Simulators
Ubisoft's End of Society Simulator Promotes Tom Clancy’s 'The Division'
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19
Student-Designed Gaming Festivals
Student-Designed Gaming Festivals
The Level Up 2016 Student Games Showcase Honors Young Developers
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18
Gamified Dental Devices
Gamified Dental Devices
The Playbrush Turns Children's Toothbrushes Into Gaming Controllers
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17
Gaming PC Bundles
Gaming PC Bundles
The CybertronPC Thallium Windows Desktop PC is Ready for Enhanced Computing
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16
Tablet-Top Racing Games
Tablet-Top Racing Games
The Pocket Racing Game Lets You Place a Toy Car On Your Tablet Screen
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15
Speedy Gaming Consoles
Speedy Gaming Consoles
The Xbox One 1TB Elite Console Bundle Features Faster Operation Than Ever
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14
Immersive Drone Goggles
Immersive Drone Goggles
The FatShark Dominator V3 FPV Goggles Enhance Drone Operation and Flying
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13
Virtual Stock Games
Virtual Stock Games
The Vestly App Hosts Stock Trading Contests Where Players Win Real Money
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12
Shoppable Socialite Gaming Apps
Shoppable Socialite Gaming Apps
The Kim Kardashian Hollywood Game Links to the Spring Web Store
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11
Nostalgic Film Board Games
Nostalgic Film Board Games
The 80s Labyrinth Movie is Reimagined With Character Pieces and Cards
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10
Educational Game Tables
Educational Game Tables
This Arcade Game Table Uses Raspberry Pi Technology
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Golden Video Game Consoles
Golden Video Game Consoles
The Analogue Nt is an NES with a 24-Karat Gold Exterior
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DIY Arcade Machines
DIY Arcade Machines
This Arcade Machine is Made Using a Raspberry Pi 2 Computer
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Immersive Space Simulator Games
Immersive Space Simulator Games
The 'ADR1FT' Space Simulator Game will Launch for VR Headsets
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Underground Gaming Events
Underground Gaming Events
PlayStation's Pop-Up Let Fans Play VR Games Before Its Headset Release
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Fast Food Gaming Systems
Fast Food Gaming Systems
This Chain is Installing Samsung Galaxy Tablets in Its UK Locations
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Toy-Incorporating Game Platforms
Toy-Incorporating Game Platforms
The 'Yibu' Gaming Platform Blends Real World Toys with Digital
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VR Board Games
VR Board Games
'Mask of Anubis' Combines Virtual Reality and Gaming
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2
Weaponized Combat Games
Weaponized Combat Games
The Unified Weapons Master Game Features Armed Martial Artistss
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4D VR Headset Accessories
4D VR Headset Accessories
The VR Sensory Immersion Generator Brings Simulations to Life
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