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Nostalgia Geek

As people age, icons that age with them keep them engaged

Implications - Every generation has media figures and icons that resonate with them and influence their decisions; however, as generations grow older, their interests in entertainment, pop culture and games change too, unless these innovations and mediums mature and develop with them over time.
Trend Themes
1. Nostalgia Marketing - As people age, companies can use nostalgia marketing to keep them engaged with brands, products, and icons from their past.
2. Reimagining Icons - Redesigning classic characters in new ways can create new and exciting experiences for fans, as well as attract new audiences.
3. Gaming-themed Food - Creating food and snacks based on popular games can provide a fun and unique experience for gamers and non-gamers alike.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - As technology and trends change, entertainment companies and creators need to offer new and innovative ways to keep fans engaged.
2. Fashion - Fashion designers and brands can use iconic characters, games, and other pop culture references to create unique and eye-catching designs and products.
3. Food & Beverage - Innovative food and beverage companies can create new products and experiences by incorporating popular games and characters into their offerings.
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Featured Examples

Video Game Portraits
Video Game Portraits
Greg de Stefano Brings "Super Smash Bros: Brawl" to Life
The Wii game "Super Smash Bros: Brawl" has been brought to life thanks to photographer Greg de Stefano, and if I do say so myself, Mario looks pissed about it. The "Super Smash Bros: Brawl" pictures by… MORE
Untooning Video Game Characters
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Anthony Jones Designs Real-Life Mario, Luigi, Bowser & Princess
Conceptual artist Anthony Jones is creating a fanfic spinoff of the Super Mario Bros. called 'Mario,' and he's designed untooned versions of Princess Peach, Mario, Luigi, and Bowser to accompany the piece.… MORE
People as Video Games
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Video games and computer games can easily become an addiction. The love for these games can also spill over into other aspects of life, as we have seen extensively on TrendHunter.com. Although there have… MORE
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Mario and Luigi Are Inked On the Bottom of a Person's Feet
Having people tickle you on the bottom of your feet can be the worst form of torture to some, but to have your soles tattooed? Well, that’s just ludicrous. The feet of the person in the pictures above… MORE
Velcro Game Clothes
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The Prize Pony Tic-Tac-Toe Tee Lets People Play With You
Prize Pony is a new brand of clothes you can play with. They make a line of velcro-powered t-shirts and hoodies that feature fully functional tic-tac-toe and dominoes games to begin with. The Prize Pony… MORE
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Gamer Cupcakes
Mii Cupcakes are Perfect for Wii Parties
On the Nintendo Wii home screen, you can create your own avatar that is completely customized to look however you would like from clothing to skin, color and facial features. These personalized avatars… MORE
Classic Game Recreations
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Nintendo Mini Classics Bring Back Memories in Digital Form
Not a fan of the next generation gaming and only wish you could bring back the good ol’ days of a pixel Mario!? Don’t you fret, because with these Nintendo Mini Classics, you can do just that. Relive… MORE

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