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Gamified Arcade Cups

The Pac-Man Game Over Travel Mug is Perfect for Serious Video Game Fans

— July 17, 2014 — Art & Design
If you're a fan of the retro Pac-Man arcade game, this Pac-Man Game Over travel mug is perfect for you to carry all your favorite beverages in. Now you can take the vintage 8-bit game with you wherever you go.

This Pac-Man Game Over travel mug features a print of the iconic 8-bit Namco video game screen. You can see the tiny technicolor ghosts running through a navy blue maze away from the hungry yellow Pac-Man. Above are the bold words "GAME OVER" to signify that though Pac-Man played a great game, a ghost unfortunately caught up to him and killed him. This travel mug comes with a matching neon yellow lid and straw that will help to eliminate unnecessary spills while you're out on the go.
Trend Themes
1. Retro Video Game Merchandise - There is an opportunity for more retro video game themed merchandise like this Pac-Man travel mug for consumers who seek nostalgia products.
2. Gaming Accessories as Fashion Items - Accessories with retro video game themes like the Pac-Man travel mug can be used by consumers as fashion items to express their interests.
3. Gamification of Everyday Items - Other items that can be gamified like this travel mug can provide an opportunity for businesses to attract gamers as customers.
Industry Implications
1. Retail - The retail and e-commerce industries can benefit from producing more gamified items, such as this Pac-Man travel mug.
2. Gaming - The gaming industry can explore more retail opportunities by creating and endorsing merchandise like this travel mug.
3. Promotional Products - Businesses in the promotional products industry can consider gamified everyday items like this travel mug when creating branded merchandise for their clients.
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