The top February 2015 gaming ideas seem to reveal that players and developers have a desire to defy convention. When looking at games themselves, this is evident in ones that bend and crossover genres, such as 'Downwell,' which reimagines a side-scrolling game in a vertical format, or 'Dangerous Golf,' which fuses elements of typical sports gaming with unexpected moments of adventure.
In terms of innovations that are reshaping gameplay include advanced equipment like the Teslasuit, which provides haptic feedback for virtual worlds, or the Krush Moveo simulation pod, which enhances experiences in virtual reality.
These February 2015 gaming ideas reveal that the next generation of entertainment will not only rethink the structure of a game, but also the equipment used to engage a player's senses.
Top 45 Game Trends in February
From Charitable Gaming Networks to Supernatural Teenage Games:
Laura McQuarrie — Feb 20, 2016 — Tech
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Glasses-Free 3D Technology
KDX Announces K3DX 3D Technology at CES 2016
44
Free-Rotation VR Pods
The Rotating Krush Moveo Simulation Pod is Showing Off At CES 2016
43
Smart Gaming Mouses
The SteelSeries Rival 700 is Unveiled as the First Smart Mouse at CES 2016
42
Video Game Handbag Models
Final Fantasy's Lightening Is In This SS2016 Louis Vuitton Ad Campaign
41
TV-Connected Illuminators
The 'DreamScreen' LED Backlighting System Syncs with TV Content
40
Smart Textile Gaming Suits
The Teslasuit Lets Consumers Sense Virtual World Feedback Through Touch
39
Expanded Game Controllers
The Razer Wildcat Gaming Controller for Xbox One Adds More Buttons
38
Interactive Electronic Dartboards
This Smart Dartboard Can Be Played by People Around the World
37
Drift-Encouraging Cars
The Crazy Cart Shift is For Children Who Want to Drift Along At Ease
36
Supernatural Teenage Games
The Oxenfree Game is a Unique Coming-Of-Age Adventure
35
Stationary Gaming Platforms
The 3DRudder VR Edition R5 Blends Technologies at CES 2016
34
All-in-One Gaming Monitors
The Maingear Alpha 34 Gaming Desktop Provides an Immersive Experience
33
DIY Crossover Consoles
Anthony Thomas Turned the Nintendo DS into a Giant Game Boy
32
Child-Safe Chainsaw Toys
The Zombie Strike Brainsaw Blaster Lets You Destroy Imaginary Zombies
31
Customizable Slot Machines
Arch's New Slot Machine Lets Players Enjoy Various Games On One Display
30
Statesman Solitaire Games
This Solitaire Game's Theme is Inspired By Winston Churchill
29
Multi-Sensory Casino Games
The 'Pulse Arena' Provides Immersive Audio-Visual Experience
28
Immersive VR Casinos
This Game Allows Players to Gamble Real Money in a Virtual Environment
27
Laptop-PC Hybrids
The Razer Blade Stealth Laptop Merges Product Verticals at CES 2016
26
Prison-Constructing Games
The Prison Architect Console Game Requires You to Construct a Prison
25
Special Edition Gaming Perks
Tom Clancy's The Division is Marked with a March 2016 Release Date
24
Modernized Retro Games
The Atari Vault Package Brings 1970s Games to the Steam Gaming Platform
23
Compact Gaming PCs
The MSI Vortex Tower Gaming PC was Unveiled at CES 2016
22
Mars Exploration Games
NASA's 'Mars 2030' Brings the Red Planet to Earth Through VR Missions
21
Trippy Romantic Games
'Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime' is a Romantic Game With a Trippy Twist
20
Geeky Gaming Hotels
The Arcade Hotel in Amsterdam Features Rooms Outfitted with Gaming Systems
19
Classic Game Emulators
'OpenEmu' is an Open Source Way to Play Games from Systems of the Past
18
Immersive Bus-Driving Games
The Desert Bus Game Can Now Be Played in Virtual Reality
17
Multi-Dimensional Mice
The 'Tesseract' Computer Gaming Mouse Offers 6-Axis Control Over Movement
16
Analog Bluetooth Game Controllers
The NES30 Pro Wireless Game Controller Merges Technologies
15
Free Gaming Campaigns
Xbox Live Gold Members Will Receive Free EA Game Streaming for a Week
14
Swashbuckling Golf Games
The 'Dangerous Golf' Game Doesn't Involve Pristine Golf Courses
13
Charitable Gaming Networks
YouTuber PewDiePie Launched a New Creator Network Called Revelmode
12
Game Controller Charging Packs
The 'Energizer' Chargers for Xbox One and PS4 Debuted at CES 2016
11
Limited-Editing Gaming Bundles
The PS4 Far Cry Primal Gaming Bundle Offers Gamers a Great Deal
10
External Gaming Drives
The Nyko Data Bank for Xbox One Puts an External Drive on the Top
9
Haptic Smartwatch Gambling Apps
This App Brings the Slot Machine Experience to the Smartwatch
8
Standalone Satellite Radio Systems
The 'SiriusXM Commander Touch' System Was Unveiled at CES 2016
7
Precision Computer Peripherals
The Gigabyte Xtreme XM300 Gaming Mouse Offers a Bevy of Features
6
Social Gamer Clubs
The Gentlemen's Lunchtime Association Shares Viral Video Game Streams
5
Iconic Combat Games
The Street Fighter V Game Offers Spectacular Gameplay For Modern Gamers
4
Gaming Soundtrack Vinyl Records
The Monument Valley Game Soundtrack Can Be Yours On Vinyl
3
Ninja Turtle Games
The Mutants in Manhattan Game Features the Return Of the Crimefighting Turtles
2
Musical Gaming Shows
The 'Journey Live' Interactive Performance Fuses Live Music and Gaming
1
Vertical Scroller Games
The Downwell Mobile Game Requires You to Battle Enemies Inside a Well
Related Ideas
Gaming Console Smartphones
The Nintendo Switch Phone Concept by Ivan Llaneza Prioritizes Play
Advanced Pro-Grade Gamer Consoles
The Conceptual 'Tingting GO' Handheld Gaming Console is Powerful
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Sliding Gamer Smartphone Concepts
This Sony PlayStation XPERIA Smartphone is Built for Play
Monthly Free Game Bundles
Sony Confirmed its Three Free Titles on PlayStation for June
Industrial Next-Gen Console Concepts
This PlayStation 6 Console Concept Has Cyberpunk Inspiration
Compact Gamepad Designs
99 City 8's Gamepad Concept Boasts a Hint of Playful Color
Handheld Gaming Laptop Designs
The Conceptual Compal Rover Play Has a Two-in-One Design
Branded Automotive Gaming Controllers
The Ferrari Nintendo Steering Wheel is Highly Detailed
Gaming-Inspired Haptic Response Sneakers
The Nike PG2 PlayStation Shoes are Paul George-Approved
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Consoles
This Steam Deck 2 Concept by Carota Design is Ergonomic
Ergonomic Minimalist Gaming Controllers
The Moenix Game Controller Concept Has a Yoke-Style Design
Ergonomic Mobile Console Concepts
This Conceptual Nintendo Switch 2 Elevates a Classic
Flipped Handheld Gaming Devices
AYANEO's Flip DS Gaming Device is Inspired by Nintendo
Video Game-Inspired Vehicle Designs
The Conceptual 'MG MAZE' Celebrates Real and Virtual Worlds
Modular Handheld Gaming Systems
The 'feeel' Gaming System by Jasmin Kappler is Customizable
Nostalgic Mobile Gamer Devices
The Retroid Pocket Flip Has a Throwback, Clamshell Design
Mobile-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The 'MOI3D' Concept Controller by Vadim Danilkov is Two-in-One
Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Super Mario is Sure to Capture the Attention of Fans
Coming-Of-Age Digital Games
Uvula and AbleGamers Develop the Cartoonish To a T Game
Connected Digital Game Boards
'The Last Gameboard' is an Interactive Digital Board Game Platform
Drink-Shaped Gaming Devices
7-Eleven is Giving Fans the Chance to Win a Slurpee-Shaped Tetris Game
Professional Social Media Games
LinkedIn Released Three Games to Build Connections on its Platform
First-Person Vintage-Inspired Games
Mouse is a New Shooter Game Inspired by Vintage Disney
Monstrous Horror Video Games
This Game Challenges Players to Evade An AI-Fueled Monster
Table-Top Gaming Candles
Gameplay Candles' Table Top Gaming Candles Ignite the Adventure in Us All
Gamified Tennis Metaverses
Race to Wimbledon is a Fast-Paced Game on Fortnite
Gen Z-Focused Board Games
Mattel Launches Scrabble Together for Non-Competitive Gen Z Consumers
Friendship-Focused Party Games
Catch the Vibe is a Battle to Prove Who Knows Their Friends Best
Interactive Connecting Word Games
The New York Times Introduces the Strands Game
Feline-Centric Animated Games
The Little Kitty, Big City Game is Launching on May 9th
Cozy Meditative Digital Games
The Simpler Times Game Creates a Peaceful Ambiance for Players
Musician-Themed Online Games
Fortnite Festival Lets Players Get in on the Concert Action
Dynamic Mobile Fashion Games
Tommy Hilfiger Unveils a New Mobile Fashion Game Called FashionVerse
Battle-Map Mobile Game Launches
Call of Duty Announces at the Upcoming Warzone Mobile Game
Endless Horde Survival Games
Vampire Survivors is Coming to Nintendo Switch in 2023
Collaborative Creative Writing Games
CrowdTales is a Multi-Player Continue-the-Story Game
Returning Fan-Favorite Fighting Games
MultiVersus is Returning on May 28th with New Characters
Organization Digital Games
Witch Beam Games Develops the Unpacking Game for Mobile
VR Track Racing Games
Micro Machines: Mini Challenge Mayhem Pushes Virtual Cars to the Limits
Artist-Inspired Game Events
Lady Gaga Will Make Her Digital Debut in the Fortnite Festival
Game Streaming Service Updates
Sony has Added Several Titles to 'PlayStation Plus Premium'
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
AI Dare Generators
AI Truth or Dare Puts a Personalized Twist on the Classic Game
AI Board Game Robots
SenseTime's AI-Powered Robot Helps Players Strategize
Series-Inspired Chess Games
The Queen’s Gambit Chess Puts Fans in the Action
Multi-Dimensional Metroidvania Games
Cookie Cutter is a New Hybrid Platformer and Fighting Game
Mobile HIIT Games
'Run Legends' is Part of Talofa Games' Mission of Making Healthy Games
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
Streaming Service Game Controllers
Netflix Unveils a New Game Controller App for iPhones
Merge-and-Battle Mobile Games
Zynga's Socialpoint Releases the 'Top Troops' Combat Game
Role-Playing Game Spin-Offs
ATLUS and Sega are Working on Two Additional 'Persona 5' Titles
Futuristic Military Game Events
Battlefield 2042's 'Killswitch' Mode is the Highlight of its Event
Geography-Based Esports Competitions
GeoGuessr Hosts Its First Esports World Cup with 24 Players
Advanced Wheelchair Treadmills
Wheely-x Brings Inclusive Mobility and Gaming to CES 2024
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
Superhero Action Game Sequels
Peter Parker and Miles Morales Star in the Spider-Man 2 Game
Cartoonized Role-Playing Games
Nintendo Announced 'MythForce' as a 2023 Switch Title
VR Buildable Biome Games
LEGO Bricktales is an Immersive Adventure Puzzle Game
All-in-One iGaming Solutions
CrazyGames Unveils a New Collection of Browser-Based Games
Competitive Monetary Game Platforms
'VersusNow' Allows Players to Compete for Real World Prizes
Anime-Style Dating Games
Studio Sai Announces a Release Date for its Anime-Style Dating Sim
Mobile Game Platform Expansions
Google is Expanding its 'Play Games' Windows Application
Toy-Themed Racing Games
LEGO and 2K Partnered Up to Develop 'LEGO 2K Drive' on Modern Consoles
Tactical Sci-Fi Shooter Games
'Boundary' is an Upcoming Tactical Multiplayer Game Set in Space
Family-Friendly Survival Games
Lego Debuts a New Fortnite Survival Crafting Game
Adult Board Game Campaigns
Hasbro and Ageless Innovation Rebrand Childhood Games for Adults
Punishing Gothic Action Games
Blasphemous 2 Takes Notes from 'Dark Souls' and 'Castlevania'
Mobile Game Sequels
Persona 5: The Phantom Thieves Continues the Persona Story on Mobile
Enhanced VR Ecosystems
Valve Launches a New Update to its SteamVR 2.0 Platform
Transformative Gaming TV Concepts
Ibrahim Can Erdincmer Designs the New Gravity TV Concept
Turkey-Based Game Studios
Frantic Games Raised $2.4 Million to Develop Engaging Mobile Games
Mysterious Platformer Games
'Elypse' from Hot Chili Games is Reminiscent of 'Celeste' and 'Ori'
Interactive Digital VR Games
Horizon Worlds Launches the New Super Rumble Social VR Game
Hybrid Puzzled Tranquil Games
Humble Games and Witch Beam Launch the Unpacking Game
Esports Championship Events
The European Games Esports Championships Announces its Game Titles
Strategic AI Wordplay Games
Vocab Scrabble Puts an Innovative Twist on the Classic Game
Collectible Figurine Action Games
Funko! Announced 'Funko Fusion' for Modern Platforms
Iconic Game Thriller Films
The Tale of the Tetris Game is Being Transformed into a Movie
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
Dedicated Gaming Gear Shops
The Samsung Game Portal is Launching in 30 Countries
Horror-Themed Action Shooters
Gunfire Games is Back with 'Remnant II' on Steam and Major Consoles
Large Group Video Games
Nintendo Everybody 1-2-Switch! Supports Up to 100 Players
Iconic Action Game Ports
Supergiant Games' 'Hades' is Coming to iOS Devices via Netflix Games
Custom AI Charades
This App Can Generate Fun Categories and Ideas Within Minutes
Playful Animated Crossover Games
Don't Starve Joins Forces with Cult of the Lamb on a New Game
Genre-Defining Shooter Games
Id Software is Reportedly Remastering the Original FPS 'Quake II'
Japanese Folklore-Themed Games
Capcom Presents the New Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess Game
Futuristic Lighting Action Games
Marvel 1943 will Feature Nanite and Lumen Technologies
Web-Based Word Game Celebrations
New York Times Games Honors Its1,000th Wordle Puzzle
Charitable Farming Game Bundles
Humble's 'Down on the Farm' Bundle Supports Kiss the Ground
Next-Gen Crime Games
Rockstar Games is Set to Launch 'Grand Theft Auto VI' in 2025
Mixed-Reality Treasure Hunts
EE is Kicking Off Its Inaugural Game Day with a Special Treasure Hunt
Women's Day-Inspired Tournaments
True Gamer Partners with Sony to Host a Match for Women's Day
Horror Franchise-Themed Games
A Paranormal Activity Game is Currently in the Works
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Daily Game-Guessing Services
'GuessTheGame' is a Wordle-Like for Video Game Fans
Tactical FPS Game Sequels
Valve Announced 'Counter-Strike 2' As a Major CS:GO Update
Mobile Esports Events
Tribe Gaming Partners with Samsung for a Mobile Gaming Event in Las Vegas
Action Rhythm Game Updates
Tango Gameworks Added Two New Game Modes to 'Hi-Fi RUSH'
Cyberpunk Combat Game Sequels
Ghostrunner 2 will See More Challenging Levels for Players
Debut Multiplayer Fantasy Games
IO Interactive is Entering Online Gaming with 'Project Fantasy'
Captivating Debut Games
The Cocoon Game was Unveiled During Summer Game Fest 2023
Story Mission PvP Games
The Upcoming Overwatch 2: Invasion Gets an Official Drop Date
Battle Arena Game Sequels
Titan Forge Games Announced 'Smite 2' on Unreal Engine 5
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Retro Virtual Consoles
Nintendo Added GameBoy Color and GameBoy Advance to Switch Online
PC-Based Virtual Game Remakes
The System Shock Remake is Getting Another Delay of its Launch
Iconic Sidescroller Franchises
Nintendo's Mario Returns in Super Mario Bros. Wonder for Switch
Intricately Developed Game Releases
Capcom Releases Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess This Year
Collaborative Sidescroller Games
Motion Twin is Working on a Physical PS5 Edition of Dead Cells
Dynamic First-Person Shooter Games
The Upcoming Immortals of Aveum Game Gets a Trailer
Lighthearted Mobile Shooter Games
Mech Shooter Game Little Big Robots Launches on Mobile
Streaming Service-Backed Games
YouTube Is Testing Its Online Games Category Called 'Playables'
Phone Puzzle Games
Word Search Game Offers Mental Stimulation with Word-Based Challenges
Daily Brain Training Games
'10 Games: Daily Brain Training Offers a Suite of Cognitive Games
Cultural Supernatural Games
Tango Gameworks is Bringing Ghostwire: Tokyo to Xbox Game Pass
Science-Based Gaming Platforms
Skillprint Launched a New First-of-Its-Kind Gaming Pairing Platform
Gamer Organization Apps
Skich Debuts New Features for its Tinder-Style Game Recommendation App
Anime Service-Backed Games
Crunchyroll is Adding Mobile Games to its Subscription-Based Offerings
April Fool's Lifestyle Collections
Nugget Introduced Its 'Most Trendiest - High Endiest' Line Yet
Life-Simulating RPGs
Level 5 Studios Announced a Sequal to 2014's Fantasy Life at Nintendo Direct
Student-Focused Esports Deals
Generation Esports Partners with Nintendo for Middle School Esports
Superhero-Themed Gaming Consoles
The PlayStation 5 Spider-Man 2 Limited Edition Bundle is Striking
Game-Themed Browser Hidden Features
Google Unveils a Katamari Damacy Hidden Easter Egg
Modern Updated Classic Gameplays
The Upcoming Sonic Superstars Games Readies for Fall
Cooperative Mystical RPGs
THQ Nordic's Trine 5 Brings a Number of Changes to the Series
Easter-Themed Game Giveaways
Fanatical's 'Mystery Egg Bundle' Holds Golden Egg Prizes
Inclusive Accessibility-Focused Tournaments
Ghost Gaming Hosts the 'Adaptive Gaming Cup'
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
Indie Game-Adapted Movies
The El Paso, Elsewhere Game is Getting Turned into a Movie
Elevated Video Game Teasers
Nightdive Studios Shows a Look at the New System Shock 2
Superhero Dramatic Game Trailers
The Spider-Man 2 Game by Marvel Releases More Teasers
Input-Clarifying Game Icons
Valve Added a Badge to Dualsense Controller-Verified Games on Steam
Nostalgic Digital Mobile Games
Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis is Launching to iOS and Android
Digital Game Expansive Modes
Warzone 2.0 Prepares to Launch with a New Map and Feature Update
Classic Action-Inspired Games
The Bomb Rush Cyberpunk Game is Launching in September
International RPG Tournaments
Genshin Impact Announces Its First International Tournament for 2023
Revamped Dual-Stick Digital Games
The Metroid Prime Remastered Game Gets a New Digital Form
Educational Esports Endeavors
British Esports Debuts an Education Partnership with Level Infinite