These examples of innovative gaming experiences show the future of gaming. As technology becomes smaller, lighter and wearable, gamers are able to put themselves more and more directly into the games. 'LA Noir' is a video game that is an incredible example of how MotionScan, a motion capture technology can be used to create unbelievable life-like movements and capture minute changes on the faces of actors, which can then be input into video games.
Gameplay is also being improved with new ways to interact with mobile devices. Although there are thousands of gaming apps available, tablets and phones are not the best platform for extended gaming. Button-like stickers and controller-like attachments help to make serious gameplay more comfortable.
Another incredible example of an innovative gaming experience is 'INDA,' a tablet-based game that introduces "spatial story telling," in an immersive 360 degree environment.
52 Innovative Gaming Experiences
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Gaming Apps 2.0
The Rise of Mobile Means More Games for Your Smartphone
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DIY Tech Smart Glasses
The DIY Beady-i Lets You Build Your Own Imitation Google Glass for Cheap
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Smartphone Laser Tag
HEX3 AppTag Makes Virtual War a Gaming Reality
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Hi-Tech Projecting Eyewear
Lumus Glasses Lets You View Video, TV and Internet Content
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Internet Gaming Controllers
The 'Reddit Karma Controller' Will Turn Your Favorite Site into a Game
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Computer Controlling Bracelets
These Computer Commanding Bracelets are from Thalmic Labs
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Smartphone Gamer Peripherals
The Xappr Gun Offers a More Portable and Realistic Experience
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Next-Gen Controller Concepts
NeoGAF Users Create Their Own Concepts for the New Controller for PS4
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Virtual Reality GPS Devices
'Cyber Navi' by Pioneer Combines Mario Kart Racing with Car Navigation
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Tablet Gaming Controllers
The Drone Controller is Bluetooth-Enabled for Gaming On-the-Go
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Performance-Enhancing Game Headsets
This Gaming Device is Said to Improve a Gamer's Game
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Touch-Reversing Smartphone Protectors
Sensus Touch Sensitive Case is Made for Serious Gamers
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Brainwave Reading Video Games
This Kickstarter Project Lets You 'Throw Trucks with Your Mind'
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App-Powered Foosball Tables
The iPad Foosball Has Been Designed for Optimal Gaming
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Interactive Gaming Cube Toys
This Gaming Toy Reacts to Your Skills
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Liquid Interface Surfaces
.fluid by Hannes Jung Experiments With Touch and Texture
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Touchscreen Gaming Stickers
The 'Invisible Gamepad' Gaming Stickers Makes Playing Apps Easier
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Piano-Converted Game Controllers
This Piano Controller is Able to Play the Video Game 'Doom'
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High-Powered Gaming Handhelds
Project Fiona is a Tablet for Serious Gamers
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Real-Life Video Games
The Explorence App Provides Activity Incentives Through Races and Wagering
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Gaming for Social Good
Decide Toi Clement is a Hip and Interactive PSA
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Photorealistic Video Game Graphics
'The Streets of Asia' Showcases the Power of Design
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Gaming-Inspired Golf
'Ridiculous Minigolf' is Fun and Quirky
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Sci-Fi Game Parkour Videos
This High Flying Halo Video Brings Free Running to the Sci-Fi Game
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Gaming for Mental Health
The SPARX 3D Fantasy Game Helps Players Cope with Depression
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Stress Reducing Gamer Gadgets
This Kickstarter Gadget Detects Stress with Game Apps
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Mobile Phone-Snooping Games
Norton's 'Enjoy Your Privacy' Game Shows Mobile Security Breaches
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Video Game-Specialized Treadmills
This Virtual Reality Treadmill Should Be Part of Any Game Room
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Video Game Skin Enhancers
Separable Subsurface Scattering Makes Skin Look More Realistic
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Guilt-Free Gaming Campaigns
The Coke Zero Video Game Ad Relieves Guys of Responsibility
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Interactive Pokemon Game Controllers
Catch Favorite Characters with the Pokemon Monster Ball
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Horrific POV Video Games
Become a Disturbed Child in the ‘Among the Sleep’ Horror Game
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Extravagant Gaming Mice
The RATM Wireless Gaming Mouse is Packed with Features
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3D Video Game Boards
This Mario Kart Puzzle Brings the Video Game to Reality
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DIY Portable Gaming Kits
The Darkmatter DIY Portable Gaming Kit is Easy to Assemble
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Spatial Tablet Gaming Apps
'IDNA' Uses Spatial Story Telling for a New Kind of Gaming Experience
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Classic Game Console Revivals
The Sega Dreamcast Delta is Controlled Via Smartphone and Tablet
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Hungry Gamer Headgear Prototypes
This Hands Free Prototype Feeds a Gamer While They Keep Playing
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Realist Video Games
'Always Sometimes Monsters' Mimics Real Life
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Film Noir Video Games
Fans Will Enjoy This Noir Pac-Man Movie
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Interactive Gaming Campaigns
Perrier Takes on the Gamer Market with a First-Person Party Game
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Kiss Tag Video Games
Kiss Chase is Reminiscent of Elementary School Days Playing Kiss Tag
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Love-Promoting Gamer Parodies
This Call of Duty Parody Video Promotes Love Not War
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Smart Racing Car Apps
The Anki Drive App Brings Video Games Into Reality
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Fitness Video Game Harnesses
GameCube by Intellect Motion Encourages More Player Movements
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Voice-Activated Entertainment Systems
Microsoft’s New Xbox One Uses Voice and Face Recognito
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Popular Avian Game Updates
The Angry Birds Go Gaming App Puts the Birds on Wheels
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Full Sensory Motion Controllers
The STEM System Can Track All of Your Bodily Movements
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Virtual Reality Helmets
The Oculus Rift is a Fully Immersive Virtual Reality Headset
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Reactive Gaming Grips
This Concept Controller Aims for a Whole New Level of Game Immersion
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Gaming-Infused Habit Trackers
HabitRPG is a Habit Tracker That Treats Your Life Like a Video Game
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Gaming Apps 2.0
The Rise of Mobile Means More Games for Your Smartphone
Table Top Tablets
This Coffee Table Touchscreen is a Durable Surface and Giant Computer in One
Gaming Stationary Designs
Have Fun While Being Organized with the Tic Tac Toe Pencil Holder
Sneaker Assault Rifles
Fil Fury's Nike Air Max Designs Turn Shoes into Powerful Weapons
LA Street Style Editorials
The Marie Claire Latin America 'Vamos a La Calle' Stars Sarah Dumont
Pixelated Gamer Rugs
These 8 Bit Video Game-Inspired Rugs Include Link and Mario
Smartphone Laser Tag
HEX3 AppTag Makes Virtual War a Gaming Reality
Retro Arcade Polos
Video Game Buffs Will Love the Fred Perry PAC-MAN Collection
Outdoors-Simulating Treadmills
Voyager by Il-Seop Yoon Makes Running More Engaging
Topsy-Turvy Storage Systems
The 'Some Order' Shelving Unit Has a Disorderly Disposition
Light-Emitting Party Dresses
LumiGram's Luminous Dress is Made with Fiber Optic Fabrics
Dangerous Detonating Toys
The Airsoft Innovation Tornado Crash Impact Grenade Will Blow You Away
Internet Gaming Controllers
The 'Reddit Karma Controller' Will Turn Your Favorite Site into a Game
Tactile Gaming Mug Mats
Kikkerland Roll A Coasters Offer a Quick Game When Not in Use
8-Bit Character Caps
The Super Mario Bros Hat Collection from New Era Features Multiple Players
Androgynous Duo Editorials
This Russh Magazine Editorial Features Dark Androgynous Fashion
Fashionable Gamer Armor
The THUNDERBOX Face Mask Will Protect and Beautify Retro Gamers
Stiletto-Inspired Seating
The Desire Chair Assumes the Provocative Appearance of Women's Footwear
Sci-Fi Sword Lasers
This Powerful Handheld Laser Resembles a Lightsaber
Gamer Tree Toppers
Super Mario Christmas Ornaments Let You Fly Your Geek Flag During the Holidays
Social Media Board Games
This Board Game Eliminates the Digital Boundaries of Facebook
Wireless Arm Band Controllers
Thalmic Labs' MYO Device is the Next Step in Gesture-Controlled Tech
Geeky Gaming Lawn Decor
These Plants Vs Zombie Lawn Ornaments are Perfect for Gamers
3D-Printed Purses
The Trillion Bag Seems to Have Been Crocheted by a Computer
Childhood Gamer Book Covers
The Little Video Game Book Series Mixes Games with Classic Kids Books
Controlling Gamer Lamps
The Nintendo Controller Lamp Shows the Evolution of Gaming
Hand Game-Inspired Sweatshirts
This Graphic Crewneck from Rochambeau Plays Rock-Paper-Scissors
Vintage Video Game Chocolates
These Chocolate Molds Resemble Retro Game Controllers
Bizarre Bathroom Fishing Games
Hook Line Stinker is an Interesting Way to Pass Time on the Toilet
Modernized Retro Console Designs
The 'Super Nintendo Revolution' Reimagines a Classic Console
Stylish Sci-Fi Neckties
Kotobukiya's Star Wars Skinny Ties Let You Suavely Fly Your Geek Flag
Sleek Smartphone Shooting Mounts
The JackKnife Smartphone Bow Mount Captures All the Action
Minimalist Bug Billboards
Hilary Barnes Creates Insect Conservation Campaigns For 'Buglife'
Advanced Entertainment Consoles
The Anticipated PS4 Console Will Release in the US on November 15
Home-Controlling Phone Apps
This 'Benki' Phone Add-on Gives Even More Power to Smartphones
Cartoonized Hockey Logos
These Graphics Imagine What Pokemon Sports Teams Would Look Like
Basketball-Enhancing Sleeves
Take Your Ball Game to Next Level With the 2T Power Sleeve
Love-Infused Playing Cards
The Love Me Playing Cards Add Romance into Your Games
Real-Life Video Game Amunition
The Mass Effect 3 Gun is Exclusive with Only 200 Worldwide Produced
Minimal Commitment Board Games
Monopoly Empire Only Takes 30 Minutes to Win
German Automaker Gaming Rigs
The BMW M8 Gaming PC is Inspired by the Legendary M Series
Awesome Basement Gamer Arcades
This Brilliant at Home Arcade was a Father and Son Project
Spreadsheet Program Paintings
These Incredible Paintings Were Created with Microsoft Excel
Video-Recording Eyewear
Pivothead Sunglasses Captures the Experience in Stunning HD
Tablet Gaming Controllers
The Drone Controller is Bluetooth-Enabled for Gaming On-the-Go
High-End Luxury Safes
The Buben And Zorweg Magnum Isn't Your Average Safe
Headlight-Lit Landscape Photography
Light Experimentation Part 3 by Benoit Paille is Luminous
Cartoon-Inspired Egg Makers
This Mickey Mouse Kitchen Utensil Will Brighten Mornings
Performance-Enhancing Game Headsets
This Gaming Device is Said to Improve a Gamer's Game
Nerdy 8-Bit Ties
The Pixel-8 Necktie is Perfect for Fans of Retro Video Games
8-Bit Coloring Creatures
The Space Invaders Crayons are Perfect for Fans of the Retro Arcade Game
Crocheted Video Game Characters
These Critters are Great for Those Excited by the New Plants vs. Z
Google Search-Infused Games
'Atari Breakout' Celebrates 37 Years with a Google Stunt
Romantic Disney Shoe Decals
These Bridal Shoe Stickers are Perfect for a Disney-Inspired Wedding
Spiky Light Globes
The Dahom CFL Candle Looks More Like an Ice Cream than a Source of Illumination
Cheeky Cartoon Street Props
Toronto Artist Aiden Glynn Gives the Streets a Playful Character
Retro Gamer Shelving
Tetris Bookshelves by johloh can be Rearranged Just Like the Game
Cubed Compact Lighting
The Dado Suspension Lamp from Pulpo is Geometry-Infused
Luxe Audio Bathtubs
The Unique Automation Bathtub is the Definition of Luxury Bathing
Style Card Games
Get Competitive with Fashion in this Style Wars Card Game
Galactic Thumb Games
The Star Wars Thumb Wrestling is an Upgrade From the Childhood Classic
Gaming Developer Character Mashups
Butcher Billy Adds Shigeru Miyamoto's Face to Nintendo Stars
Interactive Gaming Cube Toys
This Gaming Toy Reacts to Your Skills
Devastating Wartorn Photography
Giuliano Camarda Has Captured the Horrific Aftermath of War
Geometrical Pixelated Portraits
The 3D Kinect Art Portraits are Beautifully Blurred
TV Series Toy Gaming
The Breaking Bad Video Game by Brian Anderson is Sure to Cause a Riot
Virtual Guillotine Simulators
New Videogame from Oculus Rift Will Make You Lose Your Head
Piano-Converted Game Controllers
This Piano Controller is Able to Play the Video Game 'Doom'
Healthy Eating Digital Games
Pixelate by Sures Kumar and Lana Z Porter Makes Diners Compete
Sleek Touchscreen Cameras
The Canon PowerShot S120 Offers Quality Features in a Compact Design
Retro Gamer Energy Drinks
These Super Mario Beverages Will Get You Up and On Your Toes
Family-Based Service Trips
A Me to We Family Volunteer Trip is Life Changing for Everyone
Gaming Controller Tights
These 'Controller Leggings' from Jeffie are Form-Fitting and Nerdy
Gaming Ghost Barware
These Retro Arcade Game Pint Glasses Let You Literally Drink to 'Pac-Man'
Realistic Cost Strategy Games
This Superhero Game for Android Charges You $100 for an Upgrade
Stress Reducing Gamer Gadgets
This Kickstarter Gadget Detects Stress with Game Apps
Intergalactic Weapon Box Sets
The Star Trek Into Darkness Starfleet Phaser Set is a Trekkies Dream
Tetris Covered City Buildings
The 'Retro Arcade Gaming Building Facade' in Brazil is Old-School
Mobile Phone-Snooping Games
Norton's 'Enjoy Your Privacy' Game Shows Mobile Security Breaches
Video Game-Specialized Treadmills
This Virtual Reality Treadmill Should Be Part of Any Game Room
Nostalgic Pop Culture Pastries
These Video Game Snacks are Inspired by a Time-Tested Favorite
Physical Impact Gamer Gear
The ‘ARAIG’ Suit Aims to Add Physical Impact to Video
Artistic Blaster Renditions
Nicholas Hyde's Geeky Weapon Posters Turn Lightsabers Into Awesome Art
Horrific POV Video Games
Become a Disturbed Child in the ‘Among the Sleep’ Horror Game
Infantilized Gamer Illustrations
Jell Gijsberts' Cartoon Video Game Characters are a Clever Twist
3D Measurement Camera Attachments
The Occipital Structure Sensor Goes Beyond 2D Images
Gamer-Made Night Lamps
Gamers Can Re-Create Their NES Controllers with This Crafty DIY
Gamer Office Supply Holders
The 'N64 Controller Desk Organizer' Resembles a Classic Gaming Console
Adorable Movie-Themed Video Games
This Video Game Mimics 2013 Great Gatsby Film's Settings
Toy-Integrated Virtual Games
The Disney Infinity Game Brings Action Figures into Video Games
Hilarious Personified Sloth Videos
A YouTube Channel Creates '101 Fictional Characters as Sloths'
Single-Loop Bucket Chairs
Raw Edges' 'Kenny' is a Simple, Chic Seat Made From Single Loop Material
Recycled Metal Dice
Eagle Claw Designs Creates Quality Gambling Pieces Out of Aluminum
Autonomous Gamer Instruments
Theses Piano and Drum Sets Mirror Video Game Themes All By Themselves
Swirling H2O Snapshots
Moses Hacmon Strives to Capture the Various Faces of Water
Dual-Purpose Dice Sets
These Unique Game Pieces Can be Used to Play Yahtzee and Poker
Standing Circular Vanities
The Bambi Makeup Workstation is Furniture Dedicated to Prettification
8-Bit Superhero Videos
This One Minute Video by CineFix Features a Conceptual 8-Bit Iron Man Game
Beneficial Cellphone App Charts
'How Smartphones Are Saving Lives' Shows How Digital Devices Help
Film Noir Video Games
Fans Will Enjoy This Noir Pac-Man Movie
Video Game-Inspired Bedrooms
The Super Mario Bedroom is a Screenshot of the Classic Nintendo Game
Real-Life Murder Puzzles
These ‘Saw’-Like Scenario Games are Growing in Popularity In
Booze-Testing Thermometers
This Digital Wine Thermometer Ensures Your Wine is Perfect Every Time
Kiss Tag Video Games
Kiss Chase is Reminiscent of Elementary School Days Playing Kiss Tag
Simplified Handheld Gaming Systems
The Nintendo 2DS is a Cheaper Alternative to the Nintendo 3DS
City-Capturing Jukeboxes
A Project by Marc de Pape Translates City Stimuli into an Orchestra
DIY Game-Inspired Sweets
The Nintendo Inspired '1-Up Ring Pops' are Clever and Cute
Wordy Board Game Charms
A Scrabble Keychain Comes in Any Letter of the Alphabet
Multi-Faceted Puzzle Cubes
If You Thought the Classic Rubik’s Cube Was Tough Behold the X Cu
Cutesy Gamer Shooters
These Pokemon X Y Shot Glasses Are for Pokemasters Who Like to Party
Voice-Activated Entertainment Systems
Microsoft’s New Xbox One Uses Voice and Face Recognito
Morphing Mutant Manacles
This Xenomorph Ring Transforms into a Tough Brass Knuckle Ring
Full Sensory Motion Controllers
The STEM System Can Track All of Your Bodily Movements
Video Game Marriage Proposals
This Angry Birds Marriage Proposal is Charmingly Nerdy
London Skyline Chess Sets
This Kickstarter Project Sees City Rivalries Duke it out Over Chess
Community-Oriented Game Studios
'1st Playable Productions' Vows to Make Positive Entertainment
Virtual Reality Helmets
The Oculus Rift is a Fully Immersive Virtual Reality Headset
Whimsical Road Animal Art
Tec' Road Sign Graffiti are Confusing as They are Amusing to Drivers
Body-Controlled Dance Games
The Fantasia: Music Evolved XBOX Kinect Game is Inspired by Disney
Mouse-Inspired Scanners
The Scanner Mouse is a Simple Click and Drag Scanning Mechanism
Upcycled Aluminum Dice
The Dura-Dice are Made of Solid Recycled Metal
Minimalist Phone Games
Dots by Betaworks Suggests Simplicity is Always In
Playfully Assembling Digits
Jamie Tatalab Designs Game-Like Numbers for Yorokobu Magazine