These March 2021 game trends range from limited edition gaming console bundles to virtual in-game concerts.
Standouts include musician Post Malone's virtual in-game concert in celebration of this year's Pokémon Day, marking the franchise's 25th anniversary. The event speaks to growing consumer desires for elevated virtual entertainment during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and can be accessed for free via the "Pokémon YouTube channel, Twitch channel and the 25th anniversary website."
The Nintendo Switch Monster Hunter Edition is another notable example, and is a limited edition console bundle for fans of the interactive game. "The console bundle comes with the Nintendo Switch unit itself, which has been customized with a series of graphics from the Monster Hunter Rise game" and "comes with a download code to get the game on the console immediately along with the Deluxe Kit DLC and bonus material."
Top 30 Games Trends in March
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Gaming Furniture Collabs
IKEA & ASUS Collaborated on a Series of Gaming Furniture Designs
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Gender-Neutral Dating Simulations
Players Match and Mingle with Unique Characters in Lovelink
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Suctioning Smartphone Controller Systems
The 'Icon' Gaming Controller System is Intuitive
27
Third-Party Consoles Cases
The Dbrand Darkplates Transform the PlayStation 5
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Location-Based Sneaker Games
Aglet's Virtual Sneaker Experience Integrates Live Weather
25
All-in-One Vintage Gamer Consoles
The POWKIDDY A12 Handheld Retro Gaming Console Has 2,400 Games
24
Youth-Targeted Gamer Glasses
The HyperX Spectre Scout Gaming Glasses Block Blue Light and More
23
Dedicated Gaming Entertainment Venues
This eSports Stadium is Set to Arrive in Toronto in 2025
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Gaming System Brick Toys
The LEGO and Nintendo Collaboration Collection is Inspired by the 80s
21
Gamer Matchmaking Platforms
The 2up App Recently Launched to Helps Gamers Find Love
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Triangular Gaming Console Concepts
This PlayStation 5 Concept Design Explores a Different Look
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Virtual Street Art Games
The Tate Kids Street Art Game Encourages Creativity
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Interactive Walking Games
'The Walk' is Described as a 500 Mile Thriller Doubling as a Workout
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Cognition-Testing Recruitment Games
The U.S. Air Force's E.C.H.O. is an Interactive Experience
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Stylish Crossbody Console Cases
The 'MagGo' Travel Bag Protects the Nintendo Switch with Ease
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Nostalgic Gaming Services
Plex Arcade Offers Access to Classic Titles from Your Computer
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Gamer Socialization Apps
The 'Noobly' App Connects Players Together to Chat, Play and More
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Animated Virtual Concerts
Post Malone is Performing for a Virtual Pokémon Day Concert
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Game Enthusiast Dating Apps
Kippo is a Dating App Developed for the Gaming Community
11
Modern Bitcoin Casinos
RooBet is a Viral Crypto Casino That Revolutionizes Online Gambling
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Video Game-Inspired Board Games
Stardew Valley: The Board Game is for One to Four Players
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Contoured Gaming Console Cases
The tomtoc Nintendo Switch Hard Shell Case Has Space for 10 Games
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5G Cloud Gaming Technologies
Gamestream Debuts Hami 5G iOS App to Meet Growing Consumer Demand
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Riproaring Gaming Monitors
This High-Speed Monitor Gives Gamers a Clear Competitive Edge
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Gamer-Targeted Crisps Campaigns
Pringles' Campaign Has a Hungry Zombie Who Travels Through Screens
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Therapeutic Video Games
Akili Interactive’s EndeavorRX is the First FDA-Approved Prescription Game
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Esports Partnership Platforms
Trovo Joins Forces with PMGC Champion Nova Esports
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Limited-Edition Gaming Console Bundles
The Nintendo Switch Monster Hunter Edition is Fan-Focused
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Toy-Branded Mobile Games
LEGO® DUPLO® WORLD is Available for iOS iPad and iPhone Devices
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Meditative World-Building Games
Winds & Leaves Lets Players Cultivate Biomes in Virtual Reality
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Gaming Console Smartphones
The Nintendo Switch Phone Concept by Ivan Llaneza Prioritizes Play
Monthly Free Game Bundles
Sony Confirmed its Three Free Titles on PlayStation for June
Game-Themed Apparel Collections
BoxLunch and Super Mario Bros Launch Collaborative Apparel
Restaurant Fighting Game Collaborations
McDonald's and Warner Bros are Releasing Multiversus Toys
Brand-Themed Handheld Consoles
The HyperMegaTech Super Pocket Comes in Two Special Editions
Ergonomic Mobile Console Concepts
This Conceptual Nintendo Switch 2 Elevates a Classic
Anime-Themed QSR Toys
The McDonald's Japan Pokémon Natsumatsuri Happy Set Comes in Three Stages
Family-Friendly Gamer Apparel
The Gap x Super Mario Nintendo Clothing Line is Arriving in Japan
Anime-Themed Cafe Menus
The Pronto Pokémon Menu Features Food and Coffee
Cutesy Anime Travel Products
The Pokémon Travel Gear from Village Vanguard is Comforting
Video Game Ice Creams
The Super Mario x Baskin-Robbins Collection is Arriving in Japan
Anime-Inspired Graphic Streetwear
100 Thieves Presents a Pokémon Collection of Apparel
Interactive Handheld Pet Games
Bandai Namco Launches the New Tamagotchi Uni Device and "Tamaverse"
Cartoon-Themed Smart Earbuds
Samsung Unveils Another Pokémon-Themed Audio Collection
Anime-Themed Tech Accessories
These Samsung Galaxy Buds Pokémon Cases are Available in Europe
Cozy Video Game Loungewear
The Super Mario Meets Gelato Pique Collection is Arriving in Japan
Video Game-Inspired Homewares
The Super Mario Home Adventure Life Products are Game-Themed
Comic-Inspired Gaming Consoles
Microsoft Unveils Exclusive X-Men ’97 Xbox and Series X
Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Controllers
This Nintendo Switch GameCube Controller Revives a Classic
Elevated Anime-Inspired Home Decor
The Nendo Pokémon Mosaic Collection Has 75 Pieces
Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Super Mario is Sure to Capture the Attention of Fans
High-Fashion Anime Collections
The Fendi x Frgmt x Pokémon Collection Has Two Components
Chicken Nugget-Shaped Gaming Devices
Tetris and McDonald's Collaborate on a Cheeky Tetris Device
Musician Metaverse Collaborations
Lady Gaga Announced Herself as the Next Fortnite Festival Artist
Digital Pet-Inspired Streetwear
The BAPE x Tamagotchi Collab Delivers Nostalgia with Style
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Drink-Shaped Gaming Devices
7-Eleven is Giving Fans the Chance to Win a Slurpee-Shaped Tetris Game
Gamer-Targeted Beauty Collabs
Revolution Beauty x Fortnite Features Favorite Game Characters
Video Game Pizza Deals
Pizza Hut's New NBA 2K24 Starry Combo is a Game-Ready Meal
All-in-One Anime Card Games
The Pokemon Trading Card Game Classic is Ready to Play
Cloud-Based Retro Gamer Apps
The Polymega App Offers Access to Nostalgic Titles
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
Trendy Metaverse Sportswear
adidas Enters the Virtual World Through a Roblox Collaboration
Virtual Pet Gaming Updates
Tamagotchi Uni Releases the Expansive Tama Portal Feature
Crystalline Handheld Gaming Devices
The Analogue Pocket: Transparent Limited Editions are Stylish
Event-Based Metaverse Projects
Toei Animation Launches ONN'ON STUDIOS with Its First Virtual Event
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Gamified Tennis Metaverses
Race to Wimbledon is a Fast-Paced Game on Fortnite
Artful Diverse Gaming Backgrounds
The Xbox Celebrates Collection Honors Cultural Heritage
AR-Powered Cereal Games
General Mills Releases a New Digital Monster Game for Consumers
Nostalgic Retro Games Site
Capcom Presents Capcom Town to Celebrate its 40th Anniversary
Cartoon-Inspired Game Consoles
Microsoft Presents the Limited SpongeBob SquarePants Xbox Series X
Romantic Mobile Game Events
The Pokémon Go Carnival of Love Event Celebrates Valentine's Day
Musician-Inspired Game Characters
Singer Billie Eilish Arrives as the Newest Fortnite Hero
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
Cartoon-Inspired Festive Collections
The Pokémon Company Unveils a Range of Festive Products
Musician-Themed Online Games
Fortnite Festival Lets Players Get in on the Concert Action
Summer-Themed Gaming Accessories
The Xbox Summer Accessories Collection for 2023 is Dazzling
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
Virtual Car Meetups
7-Eleven is Inviting Fans to Meet Virtually in Fortnite
Endless Horde Survival Games
Vampire Survivors is Coming to Nintendo Switch in 2023
Gamified Sleep-Tracking Applications
Nintendo's Pokemon Sleep Encourages Healthy Sleep Patterns
Celebratory Retro Handheld Games
McDonalds Introduces a New Grimace Game Boy Color
Immersive In-Game Concerts
Fortnite’s Next Concert Features Grammy-Nominated Artist The Kid Laroi
Game Streaming Service Updates
Sony has Added Several Titles to 'PlayStation Plus Premium'
Artist-Inspired Game Events
Lady Gaga Will Make Her Digital Debut in the Fortnite Festival
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Retro Game Service Updates
Nintendo is Bringing 'Mother 3' to Switch Online in Japan
Anime Creature-Inspired Exhibition
Pokémon Crafts Exhibition Is Showcased in Kanazawa, Ishikawa
Branded Gaming Events
Ubisoft Announced 'Ubisoft Forward' for June 12th in Los Angeles
Story-Mode Rhythm Arcade Games
Samba de Amigo: Party-To-Go is Launching on Apple Arcade
Athlete-Backed Game Consoles
Lebron James Showcases His Own Custom PlayStation 5
Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles
The XGO Handheld Retro Gaming Console Supports 10 Emulators
Opulent Anime Accessories
Fendi and Pokémon Go Launch a New Collection with Hiroshi Fujiwara
Virtual Game Tourism Campaigns
Cape Town Launches a Virtual Game for a New Tourism Campaign
Fighting Game Crossover Events
Battle Royale Game PUBG Announces a Street Fighter 6 Collaboration
Iconic Game Presentation Events
Nintendo is Hosting a Dedicated 'Direct' for Super Mario Wonder
Hybrid Game Console Sequels
Nintendo is Sending Out Developer Kits for the Switch 2
Cartoonized Role-Playing Games
Nintendo Announced 'MythForce' as a 2023 Switch Title
Sci-Fi-Themed Game Consoles
Xbox and Lucasfilm Released 'The Mandalorian' Consoles and Controller
Pastel Game Controllers
Nintendo Launched Four New Joy-Con Colors on its Official Store
Collectible Game Bundles
Nintendo Showcased the Collector's Edition of the Zelda: TotK
Virtual Pet Gaming Launches
Niantic Prepares to Launch its Peridot Game on May 9th
Video Game Refreshment Campaigns
The Suntory x Super Mario Campaign is Playful
Inclusive Children's Apps
Pok Pok Offers Culturally-Specific Content for Global Audiences
Augmented Reality Hunting Games
Capcom and Niantic are Launching 'Monster Hunter Now'
Mobile Game Sequels
Persona 5: The Phantom Thieves Continues the Persona Story on Mobile
Anime-Themed DJ Sets
The Universal Studios Japan Halloween Party Features Pokémon DJs
Light Pastel-Colored Controllers
Nintendo Previews the Summer-Ready Pastel Joy-Con Controllers
Collaboration Sci-Fi Gamer Consoles
The Microsoft The Mandalorian Xbox Consoles are Fan-Approved
Trendy In-Game Music Hubs
Roblox Launches the New Roblox Music Hub for Music Discovery
Limited Edition Retro Games
Cuphead Launches a New Limited Edition Version for Nintendo Switch
Racing Game Track Releases
Nintendo is Releasing the Final DLC Pack for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Collaboration Cartoon Gaming Consoles
This Xbox Series X Bundle Showcases SpongeBob
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
Clip-Sharing Game Platforms
Epic Games Launches Postparty for Sharing Fortnite Gameplay Clips
Handheld Cartridge-Style Consoles
The 'Super Pocket' is a Portable Game Console with Themed Skins
Dedicated Gaming Gear Shops
The Samsung Game Portal is Launching in 30 Countries
Mixed Reality Racer Games
Hot Wheels Rift Rally Game is Set to Launch Officially in March
Large Group Video Games
Nintendo Everybody 1-2-Switch! Supports Up to 100 Players
Game Creature-Themed Apparel
The Pokémon Company Unveils a New Apparel Collection in the UK and US
Game-Based VR Subscriptions
Meta Announces the Quest+ VR Subscription for Never-Ending Games
Japanese Folklore-Themed Games
Capcom Presents the New Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess Game
Pink Tonal Gaming Controllers
Nintendo Previews the Upcoming Pink Colorway for the Joycons
Adventure-Based Game Consoles
Nintendo Unveil 'Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' OLED Switch
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
Creature-Collecting Game Expansions
Nintendo Announced its First Major Expansions for Pokemon S/V
Esports Event Partnerships
MSI is the Official Gaming Partner of the 2023 PUBG Global Championship
Immersive Rhythmic Concert Games
Epic Games Added Guitar Controller Support to 'Fortnite Festival'
Mobile Esports Events
Tribe Gaming Partners with Samsung for a Mobile Gaming Event in Las Vegas
Game Series Expansion Announcements
The Pokémon Company Announces Pokémon Legends: Z-A
Studio Anniversary Events
Capcom is Celebrating its 40th Anniversary with 'Capcom Town'
Online Gaming Service Updates
Nintendo Updated the SEGA Mega Drive App on its NSO Service
Action Rhythm Game Updates
Tango Gameworks Added Two New Game Modes to 'Hi-Fi RUSH'
Smartphone Game Feature Expansions
Apple's iPhone Event Announced its Upcoming Game Launches
Crime-Solving Mystery Games
Nintendo Announced 'Detective Pikachu Returns' at the Latest Direct
Dynamic Rhythm Game Updates
The Crypt of the Necrodancer Gets a New Character
Retro Virtual Consoles
Nintendo Added GameBoy Color and GameBoy Advance to Switch Online
Animated Sleep-Tracking Mobile Games
The Pokémon Sleep Feature Will Be Arriving Later this Summer
Iconic Sidescroller Franchises
Nintendo's Mario Returns in Super Mario Bros. Wonder for Switch
Relaxed Interactive Mobile Games
Nintendo and Niantic Join Forces on the Pikmin Finder Game
Expanded Video Game Stories
Nintendo is Expanding the World of Splatoon with 'Side Order'
Streaming Service-Backed Games
YouTube Is Testing Its Online Games Category Called 'Playables'
Vibrant Celebratory Gaming Consoles
The Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition is Sleek
Action Rhythm Animated Games
Xbox and Bethesda Develop the New Hi-Fi Rush Game Available Now
Monster-Battling Tournament Games
Nintendo Annouced 'Pokemon Stadium' is Coming to Switch Online
Alien-Hunting AR Games
Google and Taito Release a Pokémon-Style AR Game with Aliens
Anime Service-Backed Games
Crunchyroll is Adding Mobile Games to its Subscription-Based Offerings
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
Livestream-Enabled Food Vouchers
Twitch Teams Up with Capcom for the Launch of Street Fighter 6
Fantastical Dynamic Game Releases
Square Enix Official Releases the Final Fantasy 14 Game
Multiview Streaming Platform Services
YouTube TV Adds New Multi-Viewing Features for March Madness
Cartoon Fighting Game Events
Capcom Launched a TMNT Collaborative Event in Street Fighter VI
Scholastic Esports Partnerships
National Student Esports Partnered with Nintendo UK for Splatoon 3
Anime Franchise-Themed Digital Games
Detective Pikachu Returns Unveils its Latest Trailer
Easter-Themed Game Giveaways
Fanatical's 'Mystery Egg Bundle' Holds Golden Egg Prizes
Rhythm Game Platform Expansions
The Xbox Hi-Fi Rush Game is Launching to PS5 Platforms
Arena Horror Game Bundles
MSI Is Offering a Free Copy of 'Hunt: Showdown' with Certain Hardware
Stadium Battle Games
Nintendo Released the Classic Pokemon Stadium 2 on Nintendo Switch Online
Dancing Rhythm Games
SEGA Announced 'Samba de Amigo: Party Central' at Nintendo Direct
Interactive Party Game Sequels
'Everybody 1-2 Switch' is the Successor to the Switch Party Game
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings
Minecraft Honors Anniversary with a Pixel Art Collection
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
Handheld Game Store Launches
Playdate Presents its New Catalog Games Store as a Curated Storefront