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Evolving with the needs and interests of both kids and adults, games are adapting to appeal to more diverse and eclectic consumer needs. Expanding beyond the traditional board game varieties, Trend Hunter is here to offer developments in gaming that transcend into diverse market areas, highlighting aspects like interactive play, emerging toys and youth activities.
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Collaborative Word Games
Collaborative Word Games
Wordle Remake Invites Players to Solve Words Together with Friends
The Wordle Remake is a collaborative word-guessing game designed for social interaction and problem-solving. Players work together to guess a five-letter word within six attempts. After each... MORE
Inclusive MOBA Tournament Series
Inclusive MOBA Tournament Series
The Equal Esports Cup Returns for a League of Legends Event
The Equal Esports Cup is back for its third consecutive year, celebrating women and non-binary players in the esports community. This highly anticipated tournament, which has become a cornerstone... MORE
play_circle_filledWild 3D Platforming Games
Wild 3D Platforming Games
Donkey Kong is Back in 'Donkey Kong Bananza' On Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo has announced Donkey Kong Bananza, a new 3D platforming adventure set to release exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on July 17, 2025. This game marks Donkey Kong's return to a fully 3D... MORE
Console-Enhancing Webcam Accessories
Console-Enhancing Webcam Accessories
Nintendo's Switch 2 Console will Feature the Switch 2 Camera
The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera is a new accessory designed to enhance the functionality of the Nintendo Switch 2 console. This USB-C camera connects to the system and supports features such as video... MORE
Flagship First-Party Controllers
Flagship First-Party Controllers
Nintendo is Releasing the Pro Controller 2 for the Switch 2
The Nintendo Switch Pro Controller 2, designed for the Nintendo Switch 2, introduces several enhancements aimed at improving user experience and gameplay functionality. This updated controller... MORE
play_circle_filledOpen-World Racing Games
Open-World Racing Games
Nintendo Announced 'Mario Kart World' With a New Format
Nintendo's upcoming title, Mario Kart World, is set to launch alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5, 2025. This installment introduces an open-world concept, allowing players to explore... MORE
Dedicated Multiplayer Chat Features
Dedicated Multiplayer Chat Features
Nintendo is Adding 'GameChat' to Streamline Switch 2 Play
Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2 console introduces a new feature called GameChat, designed to enhance communication and interaction among players. This feature is activated via the "C" button on the... MORE
play_circle_filledPunishing Gotchic Role-Playing Games
Punishing Gotchic Role-Playing Games
FromSoftware is Back with 'The Duskbloods' for Switch 2
FromSoftware has announced its latest title, The Duskbloods, which is set to release exclusively on the Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. The game is described as a spiritual successor to Bloodborne,... MORE
Gamified Decentralized Finance Applications
Gamified Decentralized Finance Applications
Asagaia Europe Ltd Recently Introduced 1xMM
Asagaia Europe Ltd's 1xMM innovation is a gamified decentralized finance application that promises to educate users about blockchain-based trading while providing a simulated environment to... MORE
Mobile Player-Versus-Player Games
Mobile Player-Versus-Player Games
Nice Gang Updated Eighth Era with a New Competitive PVP Mode
Nice Gang has introduced a new PvP mode, Arena Mode, in its mobile RPG, Eighth Era. This update allows players to engage in asynchronous combat once they reach level 9, enabling them to build teams... MORE
Incremental Game
Games that passively progress over time are gaining popularity
Trend - Incremental games are titles that progress over time without user input. This progress can be accelerated by actively playing the game. The passive progression model leads to consistent progression for the players, which is often satisfying and addicting, regardless of the players' busy schedules.

Insight - One of the fastest-growing markets in gaming is mobile gaming. With nearly every consumer having a gaming-capable smartphone in their pocket, the potential user base for these games is incredibly expansive. However, not all consumers have the time to actively engage with games. For these busier consumers who desire the satisfaction and relaxation of gaming with minimal free time, brands are releasing incremental progression games that automatically play themselves, even when the app is closed.
Workshop Question - How could your brand ensure its products or services are usable by consumers with minimal free time?
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New Component Gaming Computers
New Component Gaming Computers
Maingear's MG-1 Gaming Desktop Features Up to the RTX 5090
Maingear has unveiled its latest MG-1 desktop gaming systems, designed to deliver high-performance computing for gamers and enthusiasts. These systems feature the newest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50... MORE
High-End Gaming Laptops
High-End Gaming Laptops
GIGABYTE Announced the AORUS MASTER 18 and 16 Gaming Laptops
GIGABYTE has officially launched the AORUS MASTER 18 and AORUS MASTER 16 gaming laptops, designed to deliver high-performance gaming and AI-driven computing experiences. Both models are powered by... MORE
play_circle_filledGaming-Specific Cryptocurrency Tokens
Gaming-Specific Cryptocurrency Tokens
Gunzilla Games' $GUN Token was Created for 'Off the Grid'
Gunzilla Games has introduced the $GUN coin, a Web3 gaming token designed to enhance the player experience in its flagship battle royale game, "Off the Grid." The $GUN token operates on the Binance... MORE
play_circle_filledImmersive Action-Adventure Games
Immersive Action-Adventure Games
'MindsEye' is an Upcoming Open-World Game from Seasoned Devs
MindsEye, developed by Build a Rocket Boy studio, is an upcoming narrative-driven action-adventure game set to release on June 10, 2025. The game takes place in the fictional desert city of... MORE
play_circle_filledIconic Studio Card Games
Iconic Studio Card Games
League of Legends Developer Riot Games Announced 'Riftbound' Card Game
Riot Games has officially announced "Riftbound," a trading card game (TCG) inspired by the League of Legends universe. Previously known under the codename "Project K," Riftbound is set to launch... MORE
play_circle_filledOpen-World Survival Games
Open-World Survival Games
JAGEX Unveiled Runescape: Dragonwilds
Jagex has announced "RuneScape: Dragonwilds," an open-world survival crafting game set in the RuneScape universe. This game introduces players to the continent of Ashenfall, a previously unexplored... MORE
Console-Branded Handheld PCs
Console-Branded Handheld PCs
ASUS is Working with Xbox on Xbox-Branded ROG Ally Handheld
ASUS has recently teased a potential Xbox-branded version of its ROG Ally handheld gaming device. This development was highlighted in a promotional video featuring the company's mascot, Omni,... MORE
Gaming-Inspired Vehicle Concepts
Gaming-Inspired Vehicle Concepts
Hyundai Draws Inspiration from Its Electric Subcompact SUV
Hyundai Motor Company has unveiled an innovative concept vehicle called INSTEROID, a gaming-inspired reinterpretation of its popular INSTER electric subcompact SUV. Designed to push creative... MORE
High-Performance Gaming Laptops
High-Performance Gaming Laptops
ASUS Republic of Gamers Launches a New Line-Up of Computers
ASUS Republic of Gamers has officially launched its latest lineup of high-performance gaming laptops, featuring the new NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs. The series includes the ROG Strix SCAR 16... MORE
Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming
Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming
Retroid Designs the Pocket Classic Gaming Device
Retroid brings a sense of nostalgia with the new Pocket Classic handheld gaming system. It embraces the design of days past with a nod to the 80s and 90s but elevates the experience with modern... MORE
Premium Gaming Chair Designs
Premium Gaming Chair Designs
E-WIN Debuts the SoftWeave Fabric Flash XL Rev Edition
E-WIN has introduced its latest premium gaming chair — the SoftWeave Fabric Flash XL Rev Edition. The new silhouette incorporates Formula 1-inspired design elements with ergonomic functionality... MORE
Chennai Esports Events
Chennai Esports Events
The Tamil Nadu Government Unveils a New State-Hosted Esports Competition
The Tamil Nadu Government has unveiled the Chennai Esports Global Championship (CeGC), the first global esports tournament initiated by an Indian state. Set to take place in Chennai later this... MORE
Cognitive Fitness Tools
Cognitive Fitness Tools
IntelliBoost Enhances Your Brain Power With Games And Progress Tracking
IntelliBoost is a brain training app that is designed to enhance cognitive fitness through a variety of engaging games for all ages. It offers users a way to sharpen mental acuity, improve focus,... MORE
Digital Pet Video Games
Digital Pet Video Games
Tamagotchi Plaza is Arriving on the Nintendo Switch
The Tamagotchi Plaza video game was announced by Nintendo as part of its Nintendo Direct livestream as the latest creation from Bandai that's focused on the iconic digital pet. The video game sees... MORE
Casual Animal Game Experiences
Casual Animal Game Experiences
Enjoy Quick, Addictive Fun with Kitty Catcher’s Simple Gameplay
Kitty Catcher is a simple, yet addictive game designed to lift your spirits in just a few minutes. Created in a short span of two hours, the game places the player in control of a cat, tasked with... MORE