'Happy Salmon' is a Quirky, Fast-Paced Game of Fist Bumps and High-Fives
Laura McQuarrie — February 24, 2017 — Life-Stages
References: cnbc & northstargames
At the annual Toy Fair in NYC, North Star Games unveiled a quirky new gesture-based card game called 'Happy Salmon.'
The premise of the game is to discard one's cards by performing actions such as high-fives and fist bumps to express the excitement of matching cards with another player. As North Star Games describes: "With so many mini-celebrations built into the play, it’s the happiest game ever!" The game is extremely fast-paced, with rounds of Happy Salmon typically lasting about one minute. In total, there are 72 cards that can be divided amongst three to six players at a time.
Once game time is up, the entire fish-themed card game can be put away in a salmon-shaped carrying case, making it a great on-the-go game to being along for family trips and other group gatherings.
The premise of the game is to discard one's cards by performing actions such as high-fives and fist bumps to express the excitement of matching cards with another player. As North Star Games describes: "With so many mini-celebrations built into the play, it’s the happiest game ever!" The game is extremely fast-paced, with rounds of Happy Salmon typically lasting about one minute. In total, there are 72 cards that can be divided amongst three to six players at a time.
Once game time is up, the entire fish-themed card game can be put away in a salmon-shaped carrying case, making it a great on-the-go game to being along for family trips and other group gatherings.
Trend Themes
1. Gesture-based Games - An emerging trend in gaming that involves using gestures instead of traditional controllers, creating a more interactive and immersive gaming experience.
2. Fast-paced Gameplay - A trend towards games with quick rounds and fast-paced gameplay, catering to the needs of busy individuals looking for short bursts of entertainment.
3. Portable Card Games - A growing trend of card games that come in compact, portable forms, allowing for easy transportation and on-the-go play.
Industry Implications
1. Gaming Industry - This trend presents an opportunity for game developers to create innovative gesture-based games and capitalize on the demand for interactive gaming experiences.
2. Toy Industry - Toy companies can explore the development of fast-paced card games to cater to the growing market of individuals looking for quick and engaging activities.
3. Travel Industry - The portable nature of these card games opens up opportunities for the travel industry to offer entertainment options that are easy to carry and can enhance group gatherings during trips.
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