Game theory is a line of behavior analysis that assesses how people will perform under given circumstances, and the June 2018 gaming trends here show that modern gamers could potentially stand to learn a thing or two by delving into the thinking behind game theory. But whether or not gamers need to go take a few political science courses, it's clear that gaming continues to grow in popularity and dominate more of the cultural spectrum.
Speaking of the cultural spectrum, developers are beginning to use gaming and gamification in order to help broaden people's cultural vista. Most people think of gaming as a solo, isolating activity, but 'The Verbling Language Game', and others like it, help players to learn more about other people. The game tests players on language identification based solely on snippets of dialogue.
Top 45 Gaming Trends in June
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Encouraging Water Bottles
'Gululu Go' Talks to Kids and Motivates Them to Drink Water
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Arcade Game-Inspired Watches
Romain Jerome Introduces the 'Pac-Man' Level III Timepiece
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Immersive Gaming Motion Controllers
The 'Kai' Gesture Controller Intuitively Tracks Hand Movements
42
Competition-Focused Game Controllers
The Scuf Vantage Prioritizes Customization and Performance
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Luck-based Indie RPGs
'Roulette Knight' Requires More Luck Than Skill to Survive
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Accessibility-Focused Controllers
The Project Z Controller Helps Disabled People Game Better
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Hassle-Free VR Console Controllers
The 'MoveShock' Controllers Offer an Intuitive VR Experience
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Commuter-Friendly Gaming Laptops
The New Razer Blade Laptop is Just 0.66 Inches Thick
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Contemporary VR Cafes
Toronto VR Games Transports Visitors to Otherworldly Universes with Tech
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Action-Packed Cooking Games
Snack and Slash Changes Cooking Games with a Giant Knife
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Revamped Japanese Consoles
The Famicom Mini Will Celebrate a Manga Magazine With 20 Games
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Hardcore Gardening Games
'Dark Soil' Forces Players to Plant and Fight Leafy Monsters
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Foot-Worn Gaming Controllers
The CapLab Bcon Adds an Extra Button Into Gaming
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Hybrid Customizable Gaming Controllers
The Scuf Vantage Adds Impressive Depth to PS4 Games
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Gamified Loyalty Programs
EB Games' Edge Reward Program is Four-Tier and Easy to Level-Up
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Powerful Humanoid Battle Toys
'Super Anthony' is a Champion Fighting Robot
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Adjustable Console-Charging Stands
The Adjustable Charging Stand for Nintendo Switch Extends Play
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eSports-Focused Ethical Apparel
Ateyo Clothing Takes Fashion Experience into the eSports Ecosystem
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AR Game Festivals
Pokemon Go Fest Will Bring In-Game Events and Rare Pokemon to Chicago
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Variable VR Controller Apps
The 'SteamVR Input' System Helps Gamers Customize Their Controls
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eSports Production Courses
The eSports Content Production Module Focuses on Virtual Storytelling
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Detailed VR Painting Apps
'CoolPaintrVR' is Playstation's New VR App
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Accessible Gaming Controllers
The Xbox Adaptive Controller is for Gamers with Limited Mobility
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Realistic Relationship Games
The 'Together' Indie Game Does Not Always Have a Happy Ending
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Story-Focused Anime Games
'Forgotton Anne' Prides Itself on Art and Story
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Superhero-Themed Gaming Consoles
Microsoft Unveiled a Limited-Edition Black Panther Xbox One X
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Brilliant Billiards Games
'Pocket-Run Pool' is a Sleek Modern Version of Pool for Mobile
18
Cold War-Inspired Games
'First Winter' Draws Terror From the Cramped Walls of a Soviet Sub
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Nostalgic Hand-Painted Games
'Knights and Bikes' Follows Young Girls in Small-Town 80s England
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Performance-Driven Gaming Laptops
Acer's Predator Helios 500 is a Core i9 Portable Powerhouse
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Investigative Indie Games
'Dead Secret Circle' Has Players Investigate and Avoid a Serial Killer
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Credit Card Loyalty Programs
MasterCard's App Lets You Spin a Wheel and Win with Every Purchase
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Coffee-Themed Fighting Games
'Coffee Crisis' Pits Metal-Loving Baristas Against Alien Invaders
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Cloud-Connected Gaming Subscriptions
This Nintendo Service Offers Cloud Saving and Classic Games
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Language Identification Games
The Verbling Language Game Challenges Cultural Knowledge
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Model-Created Mobile Games
Tyra Banks Released an America's Next Top Model Mobile Game
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Face-Focused Photo Features
God of War's New Photo Mode Lets Players Adjust Facial Expressions
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Anime-Inspired Fantasy Games
'Forgotton Anne' Thrusts Players into a World Of Living Lost Objects
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Bird Romance Indie Games
'On The Fly' Blends Multiple Game Styles to Tell a Charming Story
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Industrially Corporeal Games
'Homo Machina' Presents a Human Body as a Complex Machine
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VR Wildlife Games
'Virry VR: Wild Encounters' Puts Players Close to Wild Animals
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Mini Classic Arcade Cabinets
The Neo Geo Mini Packs 40 Classic Games in a Compact Package
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Live Sports Trivia Games
Steph IQ Will Only Begin When a Three-Point Shot is Made
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VR Home Run Games
The MLB Home Run Derby VR Lets Players Play on Realistic Iconic Fields
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Comical Literary-Inspired Games
'Austen Translation' Turns Dating a Dangerous Games
Related Ideas
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
Monthly Free Game Bundles
Sony Confirmed its Three Free Titles on PlayStation for June
Dice-Shaped Gaming Consoles
unidice Elevates Analog or Digital Pastimes with Six Displays
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
Emotionally Rewarding Multiplayer Games
Toca Boca Days Helps Tweens Find a Sense of Belonging
Motion-Sensing Mobile Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Nova' Handheld Game Console is Sensor-Laden
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Consoles
This Steam Deck 2 Concept by Carota Design is Ergonomic
Ergonomic Mobile Console Concepts
This Conceptual Nintendo Switch 2 Elevates a Classic
Gaming Archetype Personality Quizzes
The New York Times Games Presents a Puzzle Personality Quiz
Ergonomic Minimalist Gaming Controllers
The Moenix Game Controller Concept Has a Yoke-Style Design
Collaboration Video Game Timepieces
The League of Legends x G-SHOCK Watches Come in Two Models
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
Technical Education Car Toys
The Conceptual 'GoCar' Helps Kids Learn to Code Autonomous Vehicles
Chic Retro Consoles
The Atari Gamestation is a MInimalist Console for Retro Gamers
Modular Handheld Gaming Systems
The 'feeel' Gaming System by Jasmin Kappler is Customizable
Geometric Gamer Laptop Concepts
This Conceptual Dell Gaming Laptop Series by Wei-Yi Li is Stylish
Playful AI Travel Planner
Triplay is the Brainchild of Technology and Travel Enthusiasts
Remote Esports Coaching
eGame Studio Launches an Esports Coaching Application Called Game Lens
Adult-Oriented Classic Board Games
The Clue Conspiracy Board Game Updates a Classic
Eco Strategy Games
Catan - New Energies Puts a Modern, Sustainable Twist on the Strategy Game
Scent-Releasing Gaming Devices
The 'Gamescent' Syncs with Gameplay to Add a Sense of Smell
Connected Gamer Campaigns
Heineken's Just Another Night Out Shatters Anti-Social Stereotypes
AI-Powered Cultural Trend Tools
Huge's Culture Decoder Uses AI to Understand Cultural Trends
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
Gamified Stress Reduction Apps
The 'URSO' Mental Health Gaming App is Fun and Engaging
Financial Literacy Board Games
Chime Launches a Gamified Financial Literacy Initiative
Audio-Focused Party Games
Wilder and Doing Things Team Up to Launch The Audio Game
Cloud-Based Retro Gamer Apps
The Polymega App Offers Access to Nostalgic Titles
Overbearing Password-Guessing Games
'The Password Game' has Incredibly Difficult Requirements
AI-Focused Conferences
NVIDIA is Showcasing Future-Facing Generative AI Tech at GTC 2023
Science-Backed Literacy Games
Kangaroo Cravings is a Learn-to-Read Game Based on Brain Science
Table-Top Gaming Candles
Gameplay Candles' Table Top Gaming Candles Ignite the Adventure in Us All
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
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
AI Image Generation Games
Google Arts & Culture's Say What You See Helps with AI Image Prompts
Technology News Summaries
TechTok Helps Readers Stay On Top of News in Five Minutes
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Gamified Video Dating Apps
IRLY is a Dating App by Gen Z for Gen Z
Cozy Meditative Digital Games
The Simpler Times Game Creates a Peaceful Ambiance for Players
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
Gamified Youth-Focused News Apps
RocaNews Uses Challenges and Quests to Encourage Staying Informed
Game-Inspired Dynamic Watches
G-SHOCK and League of Legends Work on a Joint Range of Watches
Visual-Aiding AI Gaming Features
JBL Quantum Introduces the Inclusive Guide Play Feature
Women-Targeted Card Games
The Girl Code Card Game is a Lively and Engaging Entertainment Option
Collaborative Creative Writing Games
CrowdTales is a Multi-Player Continue-the-Story Game
AI Image Trivia
In Guess the AI, Players are Tasked with Finding the Word Within an Image
Psychology Skill Board Games
Two Docs in a Box's Think Like A Shrink is a 2-6 Player Board Game
Organization Digital Games
Witch Beam Games Develops the Unpacking Game for Mobile
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
AI Board Game Robots
SenseTime's AI-Powered Robot Helps Players Strategize
Branded Gaming Events
Ubisoft Announced 'Ubisoft Forward' for June 12th in Los Angeles
Web3 Game Analytics Tools
Telescope Labs Unveils an Advanced Tool for Analyzing Web3 Games
AI-Driven Financial Education Games
Money Smarts Unveils AI Financial Game on Indiegogo
Series-Inspired Chess Games
The Queen’s Gambit Chess Puts Fans in the Action
Immersive Fighting Math Games
Karate Math Dojo Combines Fighting with Learning
AI Financial Education Games
Go Boldly Empowers Players with Financial Tools and Tips
Social Media Forecasting Tools
WGSN TikTok Analytics Harness Data, Insights and More
Intelligent Game Characters
NetEase is Using Generative AI to Power its NPC Characters
Inclusive Gaming Initiatives
RNIB and Twitch are Creating Change for Gamers with Sight Loss
Role-Playing Game Spin-Offs
ATLUS and Sega are Working on Two Additional 'Persona 5' Titles
Geography-Based Esports Competitions
GeoGuessr Hosts Its First Esports World Cup with 24 Players
Cartoonized Role-Playing Games
Nintendo Announced 'MythForce' as a 2023 Switch Title
Earth-Honoring AR Games
Balenciaga Launches the Regenerative Agriculture Experience
Socially Adept Gaming Robots
This Robot Offers Companionship & Conversation to Lonely Gamers
All-in-One iGaming Solutions
CrazyGames Unveils a New Collection of Browser-Based Games
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
Vintage Game-Inspired Peripherals
Higround Unveils a New Street Fighter Gaming Collection
Competitive RTS Games
'Stormgate' is an Upcoming Esports-Focused RTS Title on PC
Tactical Sci-Fi Shooter Games
'Boundary' is an Upcoming Tactical Multiplayer Game Set in Space
Adult Board Game Campaigns
Hasbro and Ageless Innovation Rebrand Childhood Games for Adults
Mobile Game Sequels
Persona 5: The Phantom Thieves Continues the Persona Story on Mobile
Action-Based RPGs Launches
Riot Games Prepares to Drop The Mageseeker: A League or Legends Story
Promotional Influencer Videos
Activision Recruits Multiple Creators to Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Wearable Gaming-Focused Technology
Team Singularity Partners with Technology Brand GamerTech
Transformative Gaming TV Concepts
Ibrahim Can Erdincmer Designs the New Gravity TV Concept
AI Word Challenge Games
AI Plays Wordle Challenges Users to Beat the Computer
Turkey-Based Game Studios
Frantic Games Raised $2.4 Million to Develop Engaging Mobile Games
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
Large Group Video Games
Nintendo Everybody 1-2-Switch! Supports Up to 100 Players
AI-Generated Guessing Games
'Human or AI?' Tasks Players with Spotting the AI-Generated Image
Nationwide French Esports Ecosystems
France Confirms its Plans for a National Esports Ecosystem
Military Simulation Games
SEGA Announced 'Company of Heroes 3' Runs on 'Essence Engine 5'
Japanese Folklore-Themed Games
Capcom Presents the New Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess Game
Next-Gen Crime Games
Rockstar Games is Set to Launch 'Grand Theft Auto VI' in 2025
Word Search Phone Games
Word Hunter is a Vocabulary-Building Game for Your Phone
Women's Day-Inspired Tournaments
True Gamer Partners with Sony to Host a Match for Women's Day
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Virtual Self-Expression Summits
göt2b's Virtual Metaverse Experience Uplifts Millennials & Gen Z
Daily Game-Guessing Services
'GuessTheGame' is a Wordle-Like for Video Game Fans
Short-Form Gaming Video Apps
'FreshCut' is TikTok for Video Games and Gaming News
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
Independent Multi-Gameplay Games
'Gardens' is Building a PvPvE Game with Countless Mechanics
Turn-Based Strategy Games
EA SPORTS Debuts the Football Strategy Game 'FC Tactical'
Geography Guessing Games
TopoGuesser Uses Google Earth to Challenge Players with World Landscapes
Turn-Based Strategy Games
Chucklefish Announced 'Wargrove 2,' an Upcoming Strategy Title
Auto-Battler Esports Series
'GGTech Entertainment' is the Official Tournament Organiser for TFT
Blockchain Gaming Platforms
Solana Labs Unveils a Tool to Streamline the Development of Web3 Games
Captivating Debut Games
The Cocoon Game was Unveiled During Summer Game Fest 2023
Tactical Japanese RPGs
Persona 5 Tactica is the Latest Spin-Off in the Persona 5 Series
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Community Game Help Functions
PlayStation 5's Game Help Function Now Sources Videos
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
Engaging Grammar Games
Grake, the Grammar Snake is Available in Four Languages
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
Updated Sentient Robot Games
No Man's Sky Gets a Slew of New Gameplay Updates This Year
Educational Esports Partnerships
Gameplan Teams Up with the Texas Scholastic Esports Federation
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
Collegiate Esports Ceremonies
Gen.G Partners with the Gaming Awards Ceremony 'The Scholars'
Cooperative Mystical RPGs
THQ Nordic's Trine 5 Brings a Number of Changes to the Series
Analytical Daily Statistic Games
WATO is a Once-a-Day Game That Blends Analytics with Learning
Tactical Game Esports
Challengermode Partnered with BLAST on Rainbow Six: Siege Tournaments
Esports Wellness Courses
Entain Foundation U.S. Introduces a New Esports Mental Wellness Campaign
Femme-Focused Tournament Series
Thunderpick Partners with the*gameHERS for a New Tournament Series
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
Interactive Game Developments
Firaxis Announces the Upcoming New Civilization VI Game
Branding Trivia Games
Decode the Identity is a Playful Homage to Iconic Brands
Efficient Fact Generators
Facts Generator Can Produce Interesting Facts About Any Subject
Campaign-Led Esports Studios
Guild Launches New Creative Services Division Called ‘Guild Studios’
Interactive Party Game Sequels
'Everybody 1-2 Switch' is the Successor to the Switch Party Game
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
Army-Based Strategy Games
Chucklefish is Back with a Sequel to the 'Wargroove' Strategy RPG
Educational Esports Endeavors
British Esports Debuts an Education Partnership with Level Infinite
Daily Word Games
Make as Many Rhymes as Possible with 'Freestyle'