From fashion-focused metaverses and branded avatars to play-to-earn NFT platforms, the top December 2021 games offer an indication as to what players can look forward to in the world of gaming next year and beyond.
The worlds of fashion and technology are continuing to collide thanks to partnerships between games and high-end companies. Recently, Xbox and Gucci collaborated on limited-edition branded consoles, and Moncler and Fortnite created a range of reactive skins to outfit players' avatars.
To support gamers in comfort and style, and provide as much of a sense of immersion as possible, brands are creating everything from rapid-fire gaming peripherals and special-edition chairs to accessible headsets. As the very nature of gaming is changing, so are the products that help to facilitate dynamic and entertaining experiences.
Top 40 Games Trends in December
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Game-Building Advent Calendars
The Electronic Games Advent Calendar Shares a New Component Daily
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Virtual Vegan Clothing
H&M Recreated Its Newest Fashion Collection in Animal Crossing
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Colorful Celebratory Gaming Chairs
Riot Games and Secretlab Release a Jinx Edition Gaming Chair
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Festive Metaverse Shops
Fortnite is Hosting a Virtual John Lewis Store Within Its Game
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Branded Gaming Consoles
'Xbox' and 'Gucci' are Teaming Up for Fashionable Consoles and Apparel
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Customizable RGB Mouses
High-End Keyboard Brand Keychron Launches its First Mouse, the M1
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Virtual Villager Cards
Nintendo Releases Series 5 of the Animal Crossing amiibo Cards
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Multi-Platform Console Adaptors
GameSir Launched the VX2 AimBox for Multi-Platform Gaming
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Arcade Game-Themed Smartphones
OnePlus Introduces New Special Edition PAC-MAN Mobile Phone
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Play-to-Earn Fantasy NFTs
Elementa NFT Characters Put a Unique Spin on Digital Collectibles
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Hackable Handheld Gaming Consoles
The 8BitCADE Level UP Helps Users Learn to Code
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Smartphone-Like Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual XBOX Series A Handheld Console is Ultra-Compact
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Gamer-Specific Health Supplements
MADMONQ Launches Esports Daily Supplement for Hardcore Gamers
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Cryptocurrency-Themed Gaming Apps
Fold AR Has Players Explore to Mine for Bitcoin
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Luxury Virtual Skiwear
Moncler x Fortnite References the 6 Moncler 1017 Alyx 9SM Collection
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AR-Enabled NFT Football Hunts
State Farm Launches First-Ever NFT with Accompanying AR Activation
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Pizza-Themed Trivia Games
Pizza Pursuit is a Digital Trivia Game with Prizes for Pizza Hut Fans
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Avatar Fashion Metaverses
ICON Enables Gamers to Produce NFTs from Virtual Assets Created In-Game
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Retro Digital Pet Collaborations
Bandai Teamed with Sanrio for Gudetama Tamagotchi
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Digital Laser-Powered Blaster Toys
The Nerf Laser Strike Two-Player Laser Tag Set is Ammo-Free
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Rejuvenated iOS Gaming Apps
The 'Backbone+' App Brings Boosted Connectivity & Streaming Services
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Pro-Grade Handheld Gaming Units
The AYANE 2021 AMD Ryzen Gaming PC is Powerful
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Compact Portable Storage Drives
OWC Launches Innovative Mini USB-C Storage Solution
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Accessibility-Focused Gaming Features
Xbox Debuted New Features for Players with Disabilities
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Hand-Painted Video Game Menswear
The Sims 4 Modern Menswear Kit Features Designs by Stefan Cooke
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Sporty Social Gaming Platforms
This Platform Brings Interactivity to Online Sports-Based Gaming
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Racing Wheel-Inspired Joysticks
The John Varvatos Joystick Boasts a Futuristic Design
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Disability-Focused Gaming Databases
Can I Play That? Offers Accessibility Information to Gamers
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Elderly-Friendly Gaming Subscriptions
'Arkadium Advantage' Makes Gaming Accessible to the Elderly
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Heat-Resistant Gaming Smartphones
These Phones Beat the Heat Through Active Cooling Technology
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Rapid-Fire Wireless Gaming Mice
This Mouse Was Co-Designed By Pro Gamer Michael Grzesiek
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Anime-Video Game Collaborations
Fortnite and Naruto Release New Game Bundles
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Retro Game Controllers
The Nintendo Switch Sega Mega Drive Controller is Now Available
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Accessible Feature-Rich Gaming Headsets
The SPC Gear VIRO Infra is Launching for Sale at €38
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Streamlined PC Gaming Apps
The Xbox App Offers Easy Access to Game Files and Downloads
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eSports Live-Stream Features
'ESportsBattle' Debuts New Heart-Rate Monitor for Stream Enhancement
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Premium Wireless Gaming Headsets
The HyperX Cloud Core Headphones are Ideal for Hardedcore Gamers
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Family-Friendly Platformer Games
Skybound Games and ManaVoid Have Launched a Family-Friendly RPG
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Cooperative Stream Viewing Features
'Twitch' Now Features Support for SharePlay on Apple Devices
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Immersive PC Gamer Monitors
The AGON Q27G2S-EU Gaming Monitor Offers Precision Imagery
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Immersive Wellness-Focused AI Campaigns
AI Wellness Has Introduced the Ask My Avatar Challenge
Nostalgic Gamer Streetwear Collections
The New Era x PlayStation Range Has Hats, Hoodies and More
Monthly Gaming Giveaway Lineups
Amazon Prime Launches a Prime Gaming April Drop
Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Retro Gaming Handhelds
Evercade Nexus Brings Physical Cartridges Back to Portable Gaming
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
High-Fashion Video Game Consoles
The Balenciaga Snake Game Marks the Lunar New Year
Anime-Based Metaverse Games
Attack on Titan: Invasion Launches at The Sandbox
In-Game Digital Sneakers
Nike and Fortnite Launched Four Digital Sneakers
Shooter Game Console Releases
FragPunk Launches for Xbox and PlayStation on April 29
Digital Apparel Education Initiatives
Roblox is an Unexpected Platform for Fashion Education
Retro Gaming Controllers
Hyperkin Partners with ModRetro for M64-Compatible Designs
Glamorous Sports Collabs
Glamnetic x Fanatics Collection Brings Game-Day Energy to Your Fingertips
Adventure Cartoon Game Collabs
Epic Games is Partnering with Adventure Time on Fortnite Event
Game-Themed Beauty Kits
Charlotte Tilbury x Genshin Impact Shares Exclusive In-Game Rewards
Game-Based T-Shirt Capsules
UNIQLO's UT Launches an Archival 'Super Mario Series' Collection
High-Framerate VR Streaming Upgrades
NVIDIA Adds GeForce Now 90fps And GOG Syncing
Collaborative AI Fashion Experiences
Curated for You x Microsoft Launch a Fashion Discovery Tool
Spacefaring VR Adventure Games
'Star Wars: Beyond Victory' is Coming Soon to VR Headsets
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
Nostalgic 90s-Inspired Gaming Consoles
Analogue 3D Funtastic Consoles Come in a Rainbow of Colors
Bold Gaming-Inspired Clogs
Xbox x Crocs Turns Clog Footwear into Wearable Controller Motifs
Expanded Game-Streaming Services
Microsoft Now Lets Players Stream their Library with xCloud
Promotional Game-Themed Collabs
Microsoft Partnered with Several CPG Brands to Offer Xbox Rewards
Virtual Modeling Metaverses
Heidi Klum's Modelverse on Roblox Supports Creative Self-Expression
Dystopian Series Activewear
The PUMA x SQUID GAME Collection Celebrates Season Two
Metaverse-Powered Watch Campaigns
Casio's G-SHOCK Watch Line Partners with The Sandbox
AI-Driven Shoppable Catwalks
Topshop and THG Studios are Hosting a Next-Gen Fashion Experience
Inclusive Beauty Games
e.l.f Beauty's Glow Up! Experience Celebrates Self-Expression & Diversity
Digitally-Collectible Footwear Items
Epic Games is Now Selling 'Kicks' in Fortnite
Gamified Beauty Pop-Ups
The Players' Lounge Pop-Up by NARS Spotlights Complexion Products
Online Game-Inspired Footwear
The Crocs x Fortnite Collection Brings Game Elements to Life
Chaotic Grooming Games
Philips OneBlade Body Royale Blends Grooming and Gaming on Fortnite
Candy-Branded Video Game Partnerships
The Mentos Fizzookas Rocket Debuted on Fortnite Creative
Digital Avatar Makeup
Roblox Expands into Digital Avatar Makeup with Customizable Cosmetics
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Co-Branded Metaverse Games
Epic Games and Disney Launch 'Disneyland Game Rush' in Fortnite
Gaming Fashion Capsules
The Sims 4 Coach Open Access Capsule Brings In-Game Visuals into Apparel
Gaming Skins Updates
The New Balenciaga Fit Skins Now Offer LEGO Style Variants for Dual-Mode Play
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
Mainstream Metaverse Experiences
The Sandbox's 'Alpha Season 4' Offered Brand Engagement
Gamer-Targeted Donor Campaigns
Virtual Donors Turns In-Game Deaths into Real Registrations
Social Puzzle Metaverses
Rubik’s Run on Roblox Brings an Iconic Puzzle to a New Generation
Blockchain Learning Tools
Web3 Quest Platforms Helps Founders Engage Users and Reward Learning
Ai-Powered Metaverse Collaborations
Futureverse Strengthens Its Reebok Impact Collaboration
AI-Generated Fashion Week Content
Miami Fashion Week Willl Make Use of AI-Generated Content
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Fashion Styling Games
Revolve Provides an Immersive Shopping Experience on Bellemint
Eco-Conscious Puzzle Games
Joe Jonas, Kwalee and PlanetPlay Promote Text Express: Word Adventure
Immersive Gameplay Features
The Sandbox Launched 'Game Maker 0.11' for Creators and Brands
AI-Powered 3D Avatars
AVATAi's Platform Creates Customizable Digital Brand Ambassadors
Phygital Fashion Dolls
Dress To Impress Mystery Models Brings a Beloved Fashion Game Offline
GenAI Marketplaces
Arcade Turns Ideas into Purchasable Products with the Aid of GPT Image 1
Fashion Gaming App Collabs
Drest x Jimmy Choo Let Gamers Style Paris-Themed Wardrobe Icons
Virtual Fashion Studios
CostumePlay AI Lets You Try On Clothes Virtually And Explore Styles
Shoppable AR Villages
The Snapchat Winter Village Has Three Immersive Luxury Brand Boutiques
Personalized Gaming Experiences
Roblox Introduced 'Roblox Moments' for Capturing In-Game Content
Immersive Gaming Lands
Minecraft World Brings the Game to Life in a Theme Park
Virtual Beauty School Experiences
NYX is Taking Over Roblox's Bayside High School
Fashion House Retro-Gaming Devices
Balenciaga Presents a Device That Only Plays the Snake Game
Fashion-First Digital Games
DressX and Puma Launched DRESSGO on Roblox
Developer Content Marketplaces
Epic Games Launched 'Fab' as its Unified Content Marketplace
Phygital Jewelry Competitions
PhygitalTwin and AvakinLife Let Players Win Real In-Game Accessories
GenAI Fashion Try-Ons
Perfect Corp. Fashion APIs Help Shoppers Visualize Scarves, Hats & More
Retro Tech Sweaters
Microsoft Holiday Sweater Celebrates Fifty Years with Nostalgic Graphics
Instant Gaming Platforms
Zeon Games & Studio Enables Instant Play Through Scroll-Based Gaming
Speedy Video Game-Inspired Sneakers
The Sonic the Hedgehog x Reebok Collection Arrives in December
Gamified Community Platforms
Forge Launched 'Forge Direct' to Foster Natural Community Growth
Luxury Basketball-Themed Fashion Capsules
Balenciaga Introduces the Basketball Series Collection
Monster Video Game Collabs
Players Can Now Challenge and Play As Godzilla in Fortnite
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Enhanced Mobile Gaming Platforms
Samsung Showcased its New Gaming Hub at CES 2026
Interactive Fashion Games
Gucci La Famiglia Mystery Unfolds Turns the Collection into a Game
Digital Pet Collector Games
Find Tamagotchi Introduces Nostalgic IP to Gen Zalpha on Roblox
Gamer-Themed Soda Branding
Fanta and Xbox Partnered for Limited-Edition Pack Designs
Trend Prediction Services
Tagwalk Revolutionizes Fashion Forecasting with a New AI Dashboard
Gaming-Inspired Apparel
Uniqlo Celebrates Honor of Kings’ 10th Anniversary with Graphic Tee Drop
Virtual Pet Races
Purina Arena Pet Racing Reaches a New Generation of Pet Lovers on Roblox
Collaboration Cosmetic Video Games
The Revlon x Redecor Fire & Ice Campaign is Interactive
Celebratory Stacking Game Consoles
The Tetris Forever Handheld Video Game Console Marks 40 Years
Luxury Fragrance Game Experiences
Dolce & Gabbana Arrives on the Roblox Platform
Dinosaur Gameplay Experiences
The Sandbox Partnered with Jurassic World for a Unique Metaverse
Impactful Gaming Experiences
Humanity Games Combines Retro Gameplay With Real-World Lessons
Egg-Centric Metaverse Games
American Egg Board Launched a Tower of Eggs Pop-Up on Roblox
Expanded Game-Streaming Features
Xbox Cloud Gaming and LG Debut a New Xbox Game Pass Partnership
Roblox Popularity Trackers
Rotrends Shows What’s Popular on Roblox and Why
Mom-Focused Mobile Game Events
Avia Debuts a First-Of-Its-Kind Mom's Week in Solitaire Clash
Hair-Focused Gaming Initiatives
Dark & Lovely x Ebonix Highlights Diverse Hair Textures in Gaming
Fashion Gaming App-Updates
Fashion Gaming App 'Drest' Launches New Update
Gaming Fandom Activations
LEGO® Code Break Arrives in San Diego with a Larger-Than-Life Vault
Mission-Based Play Metaverses
The Windy Weatherfoot Game on Roblox Encourages Environmental Care
Sharable Digital Video Games
The Nintendo Switch Virtual Game Card Allows for Sharing
K-pop-Endorsed Game Cosmetics
Ovewatch 2 Partners with K-pop Girl Group LE SSERAFIM
Multifunctional Game Sets
The 'LEGO' Group is Merging Physical and Digital Play
Social-Focused Childrens Games
Dragon Snacks Games' 'Solar Punk' Will Act as a Social Hub
Gaming Wearable Devices
Tetris Watch Combines Classic Gameplay with Smartwatch Features
Holiday Sneaker Capsules
adidas x Minecraft Holiday Sneakers Blend Game Characters with Footwear
Celebrity Game Crossovers
Kim Kardashian Fortnite Collab Adds a Playable Character and Cosmetics
Unique Co-Designed Capsules
Etsy Partners With WNBA Players for The 'Icon Collection'
Stream-to-Earn Gaming Apps
'Tilted' is Coming to iOS Devices Later this January
AI Product Design Assistants
Arcade's Agent Maia Helps Anyone Create Custom Jewelry, Decor & Gifts
Web3-Enabled Sports Games
Mythical Games Debuted 'FIFA Rivals' on Mobile Devices
Online Gaming Portals
Best Website Games Offers Accessible Browser-Based Games Anytime
Mainstream Storefront Metaverse Launches
Decentraland Debuts On Epic Games Store and Mobile
Game-Inspired Breathable Footwear
Fortnite and adidas Join on an UltraBOOST Collection
Digital Fashion Design Competitions
CLO Virtual Fashion Launches CUT, SLASH & CORSET
Expanded Tech Marketplaces
Best Buy Unveils a Digital Marketplace with New Possibilities
Halloween Gaming Experiences
The Sandbox Unveiled a Haunted Mansion Experience
Engagement-Focused Gaming Platforms
The Money Factory's New Platform Deepens Connections
AI Fashion Tools
Virtualfit Lets Users Try on New Looks Instantly in a Digital Space
Searchable Gaming Platforms
Search to Play Helps Users Discover, Track, And Share Video Games
Gaming-Inspired Food Partnerships
Nanak Foods and Nintendo of Canada Debut Their Collaboration
NFT-Powered Travel Applications
1World Online Debuts Its TravelVerse Platform at Expo 2025
Wintry Beauty Metaverses
Essence's Kingdom of Essentia Engages Players on Roblox
Nostalgic Console-Joint Fashion
BEAMS and PlayStation Drop Retro Hoodies and Crewnecks This Season
Pixelated Runway Displays
Fendi Works Together with Marc Newson for a Dynamic Set at Ss26
Mascot Sumo Showdowns
Duolingo Launches Playful Event Featuring Gaming Icons and Cultural Mascots
Virtual Idol Game Crossovers
Fortnite Festival and Hatsune Miku Bring Vocaloid to Modern Gaming
Seasonal Gamer Ornaments
Hallmark Launches a Variety of Gamer-Approved Ornaments for the Holidays
Luxury Gaming Capsules
The Balenciaga x PUBG Collaboration Delivers Couture for Battlegrounds.
Interactive Word Games
Play And Share AI-Created Word Search Games Onchain With Prism
Free-to-Play PvE Campaigns
Epic Games Makes Save the World Free-to-Play for Fortnite Players
Game Developer-Focused Shop Platforms
Xsolla Debuts Significant Upgrades to Its Web Shop Platform
Live-Service Action Games
'Destiny: Rising' is a Mobile FPS with Impressive Mechanics
Expanded Game-Streaming Functionalities
Xbox Announced PC Support for its Game Streaming
Emoji Word Games
Quiz Blitz Turns Emoji Clues Into Addictive Word Challenges
Branding Game Interfaces
Monday Nights Shapes CLUB with Sculptural Interface and Identity Design
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
Web3 Gaming Space Collaborations
METABORA and LINE NEXT Develop Blockchain-Based Entertainment
Festive Sweater Vests
Numskull Launched Novelty Fandom-Specific Sweater Vests
New Customization Updates
On-Together Adds Facial Hair Styles
Retro Arcade-Themed Capsules
The Hundreds and Tetris are Teaming Up on the 'Future Vintage' Line
Engaging E-Soccer Video Games
Betby Announced Two New Soccer Titles for its Portfolio
AI-Driven Gaming Platforms
GamerBoom Has Released Version 1.3 of Its Desktop Client
Gamified Wellness Platforms
HealthGame Turns Healthy Habits Into Fun, Interactive Daily Challenges
Brand Recognition Games
Product Guesser Tests Brand Recognition Through Interactive Play Tool
Music-Focused Game Collaborations
Fortnite Teams Up with Daft Punk for a New In-Game Collaboration
Gaming Platform Rebrands
Marblex Gaming Platform Rebrands with a Bold Focus on Fun and Community
Pixel-Style Role-Play Games
Disney Adventures Into Pixel Gaming with its New Mobile Title