From lightweight wireless gaming mice to QSR-inspired interactive metaverses, this list of game trends for August highlights franchise expansions, metaverse projects, and compact gaming consoles designed for on-the-go use. These trends are enhancing the gaming experience and reshaping how consumers make purchasing decisions.
In the peripheral space, Sim-Lab, in partnership with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team, has developed an officially licensed Sim Racing Steering Wheel designed for racing enthusiasts. This steering wheel features a range of color-coded buttons and knobs, enhancing its authentic feel and functionality.
Elsewhere in the industry, Roku has introduced the Roku Weekly Trivia game to invite consumers to join in on weekly fun. Currently available in the US, the game can be accessed through the brand's streaming sticks and smart TVs that run the Roku operating system. Every Tuesday, the game will be updated with 10 randomly selected questions for participants to answer.
Top 85 Games Trends in August
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Football Management Tournaments
FIFAe Introduces the Football Manager FIFAe World Cup
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High-Performance Gaming Phones
ZTE Nubia's Redmagic 9S Pro
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Large-Screen Pocketable Handhelds
Anbernic's RG40XX H Improves on its Predecessor with a 4" Screen
81
In-Game Metaverse Shops
Psycho Bunny Launched Limited-Time UGC for Summer Splash on Roblox
80
Precision Pro-Grade Game Controllers
This Sim Racing Steering Wheel is Officially Licensed
79
High-Performance Large-Screen Tablets
The OnePlus Pad 2 Features an 8 Gen 3 and 256Gb of Storage
78
Wrestler-Themed Game Bundles
Call of Duty Collaborates with WWE on Three New Game Bundles
77
Game-Themed Noodle Launches
KRAFT Mac & Cheese and Nintendo Debut New Super Mario Power-Up Shapes
76
Luxury Gaming Chairs
Corsair's TC500 Blends Gaming Ergonomics with Chic Aesthetics
75
Retro Burger Video Games
Chili's Big Smasher BurgerTime Immerses Fans in a Reinvented Arcade Game
74
QSR-Inspired Interactive Metaverses
McDonald's Singapore Launched the My Happy Place Metaverse
73
Sandbox Sci-Fi MMO Games
Playable Worlds Announced the Cooperative MMO 'Stars Reach'
72
Olympic Metaverse Partnerhips
Roblox Announced a Partnership with Team USA and the Paralympics
71
Competitive Fighting Game Updates
Warner Bros. is Adding New Characters and Modes to MultiVersus
70
Ultra-High Refresh Rate Monitors
The Agon by AOC Pro Gaming Monitor Reaches 540Hz
69
Lightweight Wireless Gaming Mice
Logitech Debuted the 'G309 Lightspeed' for Esports Gamers
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Streetwear-Influenced Trading Cards
Brain Dead x Magic: The Gathering Debut the Secret Lair Cards
67
Compact Competitive Gaming Mice
Razer Introduces the Lighter and Smaller Deathadder V3 Hyperspeed
66
Digital Board Game Tables
The Arena from Game Theory Tables Enables Smart Tabletop Gaming
65
In-Game Advertising Services
StackAdapt Offers Engaging Game Advertising for its Clients
64
Metaverse Game Companion Apps
Blocklords Unveiled 'Dynasty' Companion App on Coinbase 'Base'
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Metaverse Studio Acquisitions
Infinite Reality Acquired Roblox Developer 'Landvault' for $450M
62
Dedicated Controller Charging Solutions
Nintendo Debuted a Standalone Dual Joy-Con Charging Stand
61
Fight-Game Sneaker Collaborations
Bandai Namco x Nike to Release Exclusive Tekken 8 Sneakers
60
Love-Centric Simulation Expansions
Sim's New Lovestruck Expansion Broadens New Features
59
Revived Retro Internet Games
Neopets is Celebrating its 25th Anniversary with New Revivals
58
Simulation Parking Lot Games
The Car Park Capital Game is a Real-Time City-Building Experience
57
Modern-Retro Handheld Games
'Kien' is a 2024 Release For 2001's GameBoy Advance
56
Resort-Inspired Video Games
Nintendo Debuts Super Mario Party Jamboree for Switch
55
Accessible Cloud Streaming Updates
Game Pass Cloud Streaming is Now Available on Amazon Fire TV
54
All-Aluminum Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Analogue Pocket Aluminum Comes in Four Colors
53
Informative Election Games
Roblox and the BBC Debut a New In-Game Experience Ahead of the Election
52
Upgraded Built-In Browser AIs
Opera GX Has Introduced New Features to Its Built-In AI, Aria
51
Expansive Motorsport Games
Torque Drift 2 Features Numerous Licensed Partnerships and Drifters
50
First-of-its-Kind Mini PCs
The AtomMan G7 PT from Minisforum is the First AMD Advantage Mini PC
49
Self-Heated Gaming Chairs
The AutoFull M6 is Ventillated and Comfortable in Various Temperatures
48
Pirate-Themed Game Expansions
Fortnite is Collaborating with Pirates of the Caribbean
47
Competitive Platforming Games
Scopely Announced Ranked Mode for Stumble Guys, New Collaboration
46
Urban Anime Action Games
'Zenless Zone Zero' is Hoyoverse's Latest Mobile Sensation
45
Enhanced Upscaling Technologies
AMD Announced FSR 3.1 Debuting on Five PlayStation Studios Games
44
Large-Screen Android Devices
Ayaneo's 'Pocket EVO' Features a 7" 120hz OLED Panel
43
UK-Based Esports Programs
British Esports and Sunderland College Debut an Educational Partnership
42
Game Studio Acquisitions
Daybreak Acquired 'Palia' Developer Singularity 6 for Undisclosed Amount
41
Thin Gaming Keyboards
Logitech G Launched Low-Profile Keyboards
40
Realistic Theme Park Simulators
Frontier Developments Announced 'Planet Coaster 2' for PC
39
Premium Optical Gaming Keyboards
NZXT's Function 2 Improves on the Switches of the Function 1
38
Collaborative Gaming Peripherals
Razer Releases a New Fortnite Gaming Peripherals Collection
37
Athlete-Centric Bingo Campaigns
The 'Share Your Bingo Moment' Campaign Spotlights Olympic Legends
36
Cloud Gaming Service Updates
Nvidia Added High-Demand Games to its GeForce Now Game Service
35
Daily Trivia Games
Daily Fact or Fiction Challenges Players With True or False Statements
34
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
33
Bitcoin Price Mini-App Games
OKX Engages Consumers with the Interactive 'OKX Race' Game
32
Interactive Character Smartwatches
NickWatch Helps Kids Learn and Play with Nickelodeon Favorites
31
Teleporting First-Person Shooter Games
1047 Games Announced the Sequel to the Shooter 'Splitgate'
30
Mechanical Mobile Gamer Controllers
The ROG Tessen Mobile Controller Elevates Android Phones
29
Memory-Based Adult Card Games
Hasbro Introduces a New Party Card Game Dubbed Arschmallows
28
QSR-Themed Gaming Tournaments
Breakfast in Bedwars is Whataburger's First Fortnite Tournament
27
Charitable Toy Stores
Dayra is the World's First Free Online Toy Store
26
Revolutionary MMO Game Engines
Pink Moon Studio Aims to Simplify No-Code MMO Development
25
Gameplay-Capturing Features
Valve Released the 'Game Recording Beta' for Steam Devices
24
Exclusive Car Gaming Upgrades
The Gran Turismo 7 Upgrade to Feature New Cars and Race Track
23
Youth Esports Initiatives
NAVI and Visa are Making Opportunities for Talented Gaming Youth
22
Lifelike Space Exploration Games
No Man's Sky's 'Worlds Part 1' Update Adds Immersion to Planets
21
Gamified Office Worker Exercises
Crouch Beat Encourages Workers to Get Up and Moving
20
Device Management Software Updates
ASUS Released the 1.5 Update to its Armoury Crate Software
19
Modular Web3 Gaming Platforms
1Kin Labs' 'GR1D' Aims to Make Web3 Gaming More Accessible
18
Contemporary Classic Horror Games
Still Wakes the Deep Immerses Players in a Scary Game
17
Integrate Game Recorders
Steam Deck is Integrated with a Game Recorder in the System
16
Point-and-Click Escape Games
Escape Room Phantom Train Challenges Players with Stories and Puzzles
15
Immersive Survival RPGs
GreedFall 2 Places Players in a Chaotic, Cataclysmic World
14
Speed Completion Video Games
Nintendo's NES Classics Game Challenges Players to Play Quickly
13
Anticipated Video Game Tests
Activision is Hosting a Beta for its Upcoming Shooter 'Black Ops 6'
12
Metallic Retro Game Controllers
8BitDo Debuted Two Limited-Edition Controllers for its Anniversary
11
Remade 2D Animation Games
Dragon Quest is Reimagined into 2D Animation Video Games
10
High-Motion VR Action Games
Attack on Titan VR Lets Players Hunt Massive Monsters in the Metaverse
9
Factory Overclocked Graphics Cards
Zotac's RTX 4070 TI Super Solid is for High-End Gaming
8
Affordable Gaming Headsets
AVID Products Has Introduced the AVIGA Gaming Headset
7
Basketball Gaming Additions
Nintendo Adds Basketball to Nintendo Switch Sports
6
Addictive Chaotic Games
Angel Pop is a Bulley Shoot 'Em Up Game Available on Playdate
5
Blockchain Gaming Reward Systems
Game7 Revamped its Rewards System with 'LootDrop'
4
Strategic Feline Mobile Games
Netflix Has Launched a New 'Exploding Kittens' Mobile Game
3
Chicken Restaurant Rewards Games
Chick-fil-A Debuts a New Digital Experience for Loyalty Members
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Streaming Brand Trivia Games
Roku Weekly Trivia Puts User's Pop Culture Knowledge to the Test
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Zombie Action Game Remasters
Capcom's Dead Rising is Getting a Full Remaster for Modern Devices
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Gaming-Themed Chocolate Partnerships
Kinder Joy and Nintendo Partnered on a Limited-Edition Range
Cloud Gaming Expansions
Nvidia's GeForce Now Brought Game Streaming to Amazon Fire TV
Nostalgic Gamer Streetwear Collections
The New Era x PlayStation Range Has Hats, Hoodies and More
Playful Student-Targeted Interactive Pop-Ups
Uber One Hits Campuses with ‘The One Arcade'
Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
New-Generation Sim Racing Ecosystems
PXN Boasts a Suite of Simulation Racing Equipment
Pocket-Sized Fidget Toy
Slider-Gamemackey Combines Retro Gaming Buttons with Fidget Puzzle Action
Open-World Racing Games
Nintendo Announced 'Mario Kart World' With a New Format
Interactive Fashion Horror Games
The Room by Gentle Monster Reimagines Brand Storytelling
Gamified AR Footwear Fittings
Tootsie Augmented Reality Makes Shoe Shopping More Fun for Kids
Motorsport-Style Joint Apparel
Carnival x Toyota Gazoo Racing Injects Racing into Its Streetwear
Retro Gaming Controllers
Hyperkin Partners with ModRetro for M64-Compatible Designs
Interactive Gaming Cubes
The Rubik’s WOWCube Combines Digital Play with Tactile Puzzle Mechanics
Retro Gaming Smartphone Systems
The SOOLRA Attachable Controller and App Transform Smartphones
Elevated Kitchen Appliance Collections
SMEG Launches New Kitchen Appliances for the Summer Season
Gen Z Advertising Initiatives
Tubi Targets Younger Viewers with Ad Innovations at IAB NewFronts
Game-Based T-Shirt Capsules
UNIQLO's UT Launches an Archival 'Super Mario Series' Collection
AR-Powered Vending Machines
Snapchat and L’Oréal Made a Gamified Lens to Share Refillable Haircare
Active Gaming Controller Mats
The GAMR Active Gaming Play Pad Works with Many Platforms
Smart Glasses Gaming Bundles
The ASUS ROG XBOX Ally X20 Bundle Comes with AR Eyewear
Trend-Aligned Menu Launches
Jamba's New Summer Bundles are Inspired by Gen Z and Millenial Trends
Collaborative Mobile Game Peripherals
Razer Partnered with Hoyoverse on ZZZ Collection
Nostalgic 90s-Inspired Gaming Consoles
Analogue 3D Funtastic Consoles Come in a Rainbow of Colors
Unique LED Gaming Chargers
iMP Gaming Unveils the Rocket Dock LED Charger and LED Mouse Duo
Category-Defining Home Arcade Collections
Basic Fun! Debuts Its Inaugural Home Arcade Collection
Optimized Smartphone Gamer Controllers
The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra Controller Has a Built-In Fan
Interactive Motorsport-Inspired Gaming Experiences
EB Games Boasts Mario Kart World in Montreal
Authentic One-Of-A-Kind Supercars
ROYALMOUNT Spotlighted 20 Unique Supercars and Hypercars
Immersive Soccer Hubs
adidas Unveiled its Toronto Brand Hub for the FIFA World Cup
Accessibility-Focused Technology Strategies
Logitech Designs for a Wide Spectrum of Human Needs
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Inaugural Toy-Inspired Tournaments
BEYBLADE X Franchise is Expanding with BEYBLADE Day
Revived RTS Games
R.U.S.E. Returns to Steam With Steam Deck Support and Free DLC
Mobile-Compatible Game Controllers
GameSir's X5 Lite Mobile Controller Comes in Black and Wasabi
Detachable Gaming Console Laptops
The Wistron Dual Fusion Imagines a System for Work and Play
Immersive Mobile Gaming Solutions
Viture x 8BitDo Ultimate Mobile Controller Supports XR Glasses
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
Retro-Inspired Smartphone Gaming Controllers
The GameSir Pocket Taco Has a Nostalgic Design
Multi-Sensory Creative Toy Capsules
Crayola Has Announced a Range of New Creative Toys for 2026
Handheld Game-Streaming Consoles
The Acer Nitro Blaze Link Offers a Cost-Conscious Alternative
Haute Tech Brand Hypercars
The Xiaomi Vision GT is Designed for the Gran Turismo Franchise
Humanoid Robot Games
The Great Robot Olympics Reveals Both Promise and Prose in Ai Evolution
Industrial Translucent Gaming Controllers
This Sony Game Controller Concept is Futuristic
In-Car Gaming Collaborations
AirConsole x Audi Partner for Car Gaming, and Includes Pictionary
In-Car Gaming Experiences
Atari and AirConsole are Partnering to Bring Games to Volkswagens
Customizable Console Bundles
Nintendo Paired Switch 2 with a Pick-your-own Digital Game
Console Hybrid PCs
The Steam Machine by Valve Reenters the Market as a Living Room Gaming System
Tablet-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The Razer Kishi V3 Comes in Three Models
GenAI Marketplaces
Arcade Turns Ideas into Purchasable Products with the Aid of GPT Image 1
Gamer-Branded Pickleball Sets
Razer and JOOLA Released a World-First Gaming-Pickleball Crossover
Entertainment-Powered Retail Experiences
AT&T Brings Toy Story 5 to Interactive Store Activations
Interactive Educational Toy Lines
LeapFrog Debuts Its Latest Collection at Toy Fair 2025
In-Car Gaming Integrations
Porsche x AirConsole Bring In-Car Gaming to the New Macan
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Retro Plug-and-Play Games
Fizz Creations' Wireless Plug-and-Play Systems Appeal to Kidult Gamers
Gamified Scent Marketing Experiences
Axe's Grab The Sweet Turned a Bus Stop into a Claw Machine
Enhanced Mobile Gaming Platforms
Samsung Showcased its New Gaming Hub at CES 2026
Video Game-Inspired Vehicles
Hyundai Introduces the New INTEROID EV Influenced by Gaming
Cinematic Video Game Spots
Droga5’s ‘Wake Up’ Campaign for Xbox Shows an Escape from the Everyday
Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming
Retroid Designs the Pocket Classic Gaming Device
Military Game Peripheral Collections
Corsair Unveiled a Hardware Collection with Call of Duty
AI-Driven Full-Body Motion Games
HUUCH Expands Interactive Entertainment with New Tech
AI-Driven Tennis Tournament Experiences
Infosys Partners with Tennis Australia
Collaborative Esports Tour Events
Intel and Team Liquid are Bringing Experiences Global
K-Pop-Backed PC Peripherals
Razer Teams Up with BLACKPINK for a New Collaboration
Third-Party Publisher-Focused Presentations
Nintendo's Direct on July 31st will Focus on Partners
Roblox Popularity Trackers
Rotrends Shows What’s Popular on Roblox and Why
Compact PC-Style Consoles
The Playnix Console is a Small-Scale PC-Style Device for Gaming
Smart TV Party Games
Jackbox Games is Coming to Smart TVs Through a New Update
Mom-Focused Mobile Game Events
Avia Debuts a First-Of-Its-Kind Mom's Week in Solitaire Clash
Soccer-Themed Entertainment Events
Sky Zone Turns Global Soccer Excitement into Active Play
Artistic Gaming Peripherals
ASUS ROG Launches a New Product Lineup with Kojima Productions
Collaborative Vehicle Concepts
Kia Corporation and LG Electronics Debut Mobility Solutions
Freestanding Retro Gaming Systems
The Vectrex Mini Revives a Classic Video Game System
Fan-Favorite QSR Trivia Games
Chipotle IQ 2025 Ran for Two Weeks with More Prizes Than Ever
Competitive Wheelchair Sports Games
'Drag x Drive' for Switch 2 Uses Simulated Mouse Mode
Professionally Endorsed Gaming Mice
Pulsar Gaming Gears Partners with Tyson 'TenZ' Ngo
Streaming Service Brainteaser Games
Netflix Puzzled Will Feature Show-Themed Puzzles
Collaborative Esports Tetris Tournaments
Red Bull and The Tetris Company Announce a Tournament
Science-Backed Adventure Collaborations
Toyota, AllGear Digital & Immersion Neuroscience Partner
Race-Inspired Puzzle Collections
LEGO and Formula 1 Launch a New Build the Thrill Series
Gaming Wearable Devices
Tetris Watch Combines Classic Gameplay with Smartwatch Features
Online Gaming Portals
Best Website Games Offers Accessible Browser-Based Games Anytime
Limited Gaming Merchandise
The XBOX Game Studios Shop Launches Merchandise Tied to Xbox Franchises
Gaming Trivia Apps
Retro Game Trivia Offers Daily Retro Gaming Quizzes And Fun Facts
Fantastical Edition Phones
The Realme 15 Pro Game of Thrones Edition Reveals a Heat-Sensitive Back
Athlete-Themed Tech Lines
Pulsar Gaming Gears Debuts a Bruce Lee 85th Anniversary Collection
Interactive Party Games
Scano Games Lets Friends Play Real-Time Multiplayer Games On Their Phones
Wacky Design Smartphones
Nothing, Motorola, and Others Embrace Playful Phone Experimentation
Retro-Style Game Controllers
The PlayStation FlexStrike Wireless Flight Stick is Advanced
Car Race-Focused Mobile Apps
IBM and Scuderia Ferrari HP Upgrade the Experience for Formula 1 Fans
Mobile Game-Streaming Services
Razer's New PC Remote Play Enables Direct Game Streaming
Cosmic Mobile Game Releases
Katamari Damacy is Receiving a New Iteration on Apple Arcade
Interactive Emoji Puzzle Games
The Apple News+ Emoji Game Offers Visualized Puzzles
Interactive Robotic Demonstrations
GoLabs and GOTRAX Partner to Spotlight a New Golf Cart
Gaming-Inspired Food Partnerships
Nanak Foods and Nintendo of Canada Debut Their Collaboration
Next-Gen Console Customizations
eXtremeRate Unveiled Solutions for the ' Nintendo Switch 2'
Social-First Hosting Campaigns
Out Host with Hisense Responds to the Rise of Home Viewing Parties
RGB-Themed Pop-Up Activations
Hisense Debuted a Pop-Up FIFA Activation at Hudson Yard
Device-Optimized App Experiences
Spotify Launches a Redesigned Tablet UI
Futuristic Taxi Drifting Games
Current Games Drops 'Taxi Chaos 2'
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Cartoon-Themed PC Peripherals
Razer Teases an Upcoming Collaboration with Pokémon
Mascot Sumo Showdowns
Duolingo Launches Playful Event Featuring Gaming Icons and Cultural Mascots
Action Game TV Partnerships
Hisense Joins Forces with Phantom Blade Zero
Esports Ambassador Partnerships
TenZ Officially Partnered with Wooting Keyboards as Ambassador
Streaming Series Video Games
The 'Thronglets' Game is Inspired by a Black Mirror Episode
Second-Screen Vehicle Sweepstakes
Kia Squares Engaged Sports Fans During the Big Game
Solstice-Inspired Electronic Gaming Machines
Konami Gaming Announces the Launch of Solstice
Ramadan-Focused Tech Campaigns
Hisense Delivers 'Innovation That Brings Us Together This Ramadan'
Creator-Inspired Board Games
MrBeast Brings His Viral Challenges and Competition Style Home
Mobile Gamified Wellness
Urso Combines Mental Health Support With Interactive Space Adventure
Conversational Streaming Apps
Tubi Launches a ChatGPT App for Easier Content Discovery
Mobile Sports Simulation Gaming
MLB The Show Brings Team Building and Gameplay to Mobile
Casual Game Platforms
Brainrot Game Delivers Addictive Online Play With Competitive Features
Interactive Knowledge Plays
TriviaBlaze Offers Engaging Quizzes To Test Knowledge in Categories
Limited Edition Peripheral Lines
Pulsar Gaming Partners with Embark Studios on a Collaboration
Survival Game Platform Ports
Netflix is Bringing Squid Game: Unleashed to Chromebooks
Gamified Fitness Platforms
uRace Motivates Athletes With Gamified Challenges & Global Competition
Second-Hand Tech Deliveries
CeX and Just Eat Takeaway.com Will Deliver Pre-Owned Gaming Products
Bold Themed Gaming Gear
Razer x Pokémon Goes All-In with a Pikachu-Themed Collection
Streaming Brand Trivia Games
The Roku Roklue Pop Culture Trivia Game Covers Movies and TV
Narrative Retro Revivals
Truxton Extreme Adds Comic Storytelling to a Classic Arcade Game
Social Entertainment Apps
BuzzWheel Turns Group Gatherings Into Interactive Challenge Experiences
Rhythm Game-Focused Studios
RedOctane Games Launched with a Specialty for Rhythm Games
Integrated Streaming Access Updates
Spotify and EA SPORTS Team Up to Power In-Game Audio Streaming
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Interactive Entertainment Tools
Quiz Cabin Turns Curiosity to Playable Quizzes & Brain Challenges
Gaming News Customization Tools
Feed It Games Builds a Custom Gaming News Feed For Your Interests
Electronic Gaming Accessories Lineups
JSAUX Debuts Nintendo Console-Compatible Accessories
Brand Recognition Games
Product Guesser Tests Brand Recognition Through Interactive Play Tool
Gaming Accessory Lines
SUPCASE, MUMBA, and i-Blason Debut Nintendo Switch 2 Accessories
Casual Game Discovery Apps
PizzaSlice Helps Users Find Relaxing, Chill Indie Games Easily
Integrated Steering Controllers
Swift Drive Embeds a Force Feedback Wheel for Racing Immersion
Immersive Store Game Launches
Target Launches an In-Store Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Experience
Live Event Fan Platforms
SeatGeek Launched Its Game Day Your Way to Unify Stadium Fan Data
Timed Gameplay Trial Features
Google Play Introduced Game Trials for Sampling Game Titles
Fighting Game Brand Collaborations
Razer Partnered with Riot Games on a New 2XKO Collab