Video games are immensely popular — so much so that for some consumers, traditional entertainment (e.g. television, movies, etc.) takes a definitive back seat, and the May 2017 gaming concepts here show that traditional media producers are wising up to that consumer sentiment. Many media franchises are doing their best to parlay their media experiences into a gamer-friendly format, often with hilarious and effective results.
For whatever reason, it seems that cartoon comedy franchises have the best luck converting to the interactive space of video games. 'Archer,' the FX sitcom about hapless intelligence agents, has recently created a smartphone game that makes use of augmented reality, and 'Rick and Morty,' the irreverent Adult Swim sci-fi spoof, has released a virtual reality game that brings gamers on a hilarious and horrendous journey through the show's multiple universes.
Top 30 Gaming Concepts in May
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Glowing Electric Tube Games
The Nixie Chess Set Game Uses Nixie Tubes for a Glowing Experience
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Romantic Gamer Rings
The Oathkeeper Keyblade Engagement Ring is Inspired by 'Kingdom Hearts'
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Portable Liquid-Cooled PC Consoles
The Corsair One Pro Compact Gaming PC Can Go with You Anywhere
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Handheld Retro Gaming Consoles
The Atari Flashback Portable Consoles Come Loaded with 60 Games
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Goo-Shaped Gaming Controllers
Hori Created a New PS4 Remote in Honor of Dragon Quest Xi
25
Responsive HD Gaming Projectors
The BenQ Gaming Projector Ensures a Lag-Free Image
24
Virtual Reality Sci-Fi Cartoons
Rick and Morty: Virtual Rick-ality Offers a Deep Dive in the Show
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Anti-Technology Smartphone Apps
The 'Forest' App Plants a Garden That Flourishes Without You
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Competitve GIF Games
GIFs Against Friends Challenges You to Make the Quickest and Best Reference
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Modular Gaming Devices
The 'Potan' Handheld Entertainment Device Has Interchangeable Components
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AR Easter Egg Games
British Land Launched a Virtual Easter Egg Hunt Game
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Arabic Emoji Games
The New Wain Waleed Game Functions as an Extension of the Halla Walla App
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In-Store Game Development Classes
Microsoft's Xbox Academy Teaches Game Development and More
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Freezer PC Cases
The Calyos NSG S0 PC Cases Work Like Refrigerators to Keep Components Cool
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DIY Gaming Consoles
'MAKERbuino' is a Customizable DIY Game Console That Can Be Made for $35
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Unassuming Gaming Keyboards
The Logitech G413 Looks Like Any Other Practical Keyboard
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Virtual Reality Cafes
'Vrei' is a Hub for Trying Out Virtual Reality Technology and Games
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Augmented Investigation Apps
The 'Archer, P.I.' App Integrates AR and Printing Technology
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Powerful PC Gaming Consoles
The MSI Trident 3 Arctic Gaming PC Console is Laptop-Sized
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Gamified Dating Apps
The Splish Dating App Makes Users Complete Quizzes to Get Matches
10
Branded Professional Gamer Peripherals
Steelseries' EG Signature Line was Developed for Pros
9
8-Bit Pop-Up Bars
The Super Mario Bros Bar Celebrates the Blooming of D.C.'s Cherry Blossoms
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Perception-Expanding Vibrating Vests
Neosensory Has Developed the VEST, Which Reinterprets Sounds
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Minty Retro Gaming Handhelds
MintyPi 2.0 Lets You Play 'Donkey Kong Country' in an Altoids Tin
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Increased Airflow Gaming Laptops
The MSI Leopard Pro Gaming Notebooks Boast Advanced Cooling
5
App-Inspired Laser Tag Games
This Event Brought Bubble Witch 3 Saga to Life Through Laser Tag
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Online Building Game Shop
'Minecraft Pocket' Now Has an Online Store That Includes PC Add-Ons
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Evolutionary Video Games
'Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey' Will Follow Human Evolution
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International E-Sports Medals
The Olympic Council of Asia will Award Medals for E-Sports in 2022
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Revamped Demolition Derby Games
'Micro Machines World Series' is an Update on the Classic 90s Game
Related Ideas
Gaming Console Smartphones
The Nintendo Switch Phone Concept by Ivan Llaneza Prioritizes Play
Personalized Digital Playgrounds
Pringles Poptopia is an Immersive, Engaging Experience for Fans
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual PocketMan P1 Has Exposed Components
Sliding Gamer Smartphone Concepts
This Sony PlayStation XPERIA Smartphone is Built for Play
Modular Magnet Game Controllers
The 'PhoCo' Pocket Gaming Controller by Aryan Vijay is Ultra-Thin
Game-Themed Apparel Collections
BoxLunch and Super Mario Bros Launch Collaborative Apparel
Industrial Next-Gen Console Concepts
This PlayStation 6 Console Concept Has Cyberpunk Inspiration
Restaurant Fighting Game Collaborations
McDonald's and Warner Bros are Releasing Multiversus Toys
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
Charging-Friendly Smartphone Controllers
The 'PocketPlay' iPhone Gaming Controller is Feature-Rich
Motion-Sensing Mobile Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual 'Nova' Handheld Game Console is Sensor-Laden
Folding All-in-One Entertainment Systems
The PlayStation Capsule by Alisher Ashimov is Retro
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
Angular Next-Gen Gaming Consoles
This Sony PlayStation 6 Concept Has a Sleek, Illuminated Design
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Consoles
This Steam Deck 2 Concept by Carota Design is Ergonomic
Interactive Arcade Storefronts
JD & Snap London Created an AR Storefront for Christmas
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
Gaming-Influenced Beer Fridges
Heineken 0.0 Presents the Gaming Fridge to Keep Things Cool
Video Game-Inspired Vehicle Designs
The Conceptual 'MG MAZE' Celebrates Real and Virtual Worlds
Ergonomic Minimalist Gaming Controllers
The Moenix Game Controller Concept Has a Yoke-Style Design
Video Game Ice Creams
The Super Mario x Baskin-Robbins Collection is Arriving in Japan
Dedicated Social Media Devices
The Conceptual Twitter 3D Gadget Features Mechanical Buttons
Convenience Store Metaverses
7-Eleven is Unveiling an Immersive Virtual World at CES 2023
Technical Education Car Toys
The Conceptual 'GoCar' Helps Kids Learn to Code Autonomous Vehicles
Geometric Gamer Laptop Concepts
This Conceptual Dell Gaming Laptop Series by Wei-Yi Li is Stylish
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
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
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
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
Content-Inspired Physical Retail Experience
Netflix House Creates a Space for Fans to Buy Merch
Comic-Inspired Gaming Consoles
Microsoft Unveils Exclusive X-Men ’97 Xbox and Series X
Video Game-Inspired Ice Creams
Baskin Robbins Celebrates the Super Mario Bros Wonder Launch
Connected Gamer Campaigns
Heineken's Just Another Night Out Shatters Anti-Social Stereotypes
Multi-Sensory Education Devices
The Conceptual 'Squashy' VR Education Device Has a Tactile Form
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
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Whimsical Inflatable Sneaker Concepts
UV-Zhu Uses Daily Objects for His Nike Concept Sneaker
Modern Retro Game Cartridges
Blaze Entertainment Announced Indie Heroes Collection 2 for Evercade
Chicken Nugget-Shaped Gaming Devices
Tetris and McDonald's Collaborate on a Cheeky Tetris Device
Monetizable Mobile Gaming Apps
'Playbite' Enables Players to Win Gift Cards and Prizes
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Phones
The Samsung Young Entertainer Nods to Earlier Eras
Audio-Focused Party Games
Wilder and Doing Things Team Up to Launch The Audio Game
Esports Apparel Partnerships
Team Liquid Partnered with Viz Media on Death Note Apparel Line
Drink-Shaped Gaming Devices
7-Eleven is Giving Fans the Chance to Win a Slurpee-Shaped Tetris Game
Gaming Lifestyle Brand Collaborations
Razer Released a Set of Mobile Suit Gundam Merchandise
Cloud-Based Retro Gamer Apps
The Polymega App Offers Access to Nostalgic Titles
Viral Video Databases
Viral Ideas Offers Inspiration for a Content Creator's Next Big Video
First-Person Vintage-Inspired Games
Mouse is a New Shooter Game Inspired by Vintage Disney
Game-Themed Soft Drinks
Coca-Cola Unveils a League of Legends-Themed Zero Sugar Can
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Digital Collectible Displays
Gatebox's Digital Figure Box Shows Off Virtual Collectibles
Arcade-Style Metaverse Games
JD Sports Steps into the Metaverse with 'King of the Game'
Cartoon-Inspired Game Consoles
Microsoft Presents the Limited SpongeBob SquarePants Xbox Series X
Team Shooter Superhero Games
Marvel Games and NetEase Unveil the Marvel Rivals Game
Shapeshifting Game Controllers
The RODO Game Controller by Duhan Oben Kayman is a Unique Concept
Feline-Centric Animated Games
The Little Kitty, Big City Game is Launching on May 9th
Nugget-Inspired Video Games
McDonalds and The Sandbox Create the McNuggets Land Game
Immersive Virtual Television Experiences
Television for Apple Vision Shapes the Future of TV
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
Meta Mobile Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual Nintendo Switch Small Invader is Self-Referential
Playful Intergalactic Graphic Streetwear
Lorenz Presents its New Graphic Capsule for FW23
Gamer-Designed Custom Controllers
Dream Controller Boasts Beautiful and Unique Designs
Dynamic Mobile Fashion Games
Tommy Hilfiger Unveils a New Mobile Fashion Game Called FashionVerse
Challenging Sensory Games
Toy Mania's Quick Pops Feature Four Game Modes
Avocado-Centric Pop-Ups
Avocados From Mexico's House of Goodness is Coming to the Real World
Immersive Digital Experiences
Kraft and Nexus Studios Join on the Immersive Mayoverse
Celebratory Retro Handheld Games
McDonalds Introduces a New Grimace Game Boy Color
Game Controller-Inspired Pasta Shapes
PlayStation Joins Pasta Garofalo on Play Your Pasta
Nostalgic Spring-Ready Fashion Capsules
Filling Pieces Unveils its Gelato Games Capsule for SS24
Versatile Gaming Controllers
Yifeeling Design Launches a Controller with Detachable Design
Modular Gaming Controller Concepts
The Lifil Multiverse Controller by Diego Perez Rogé is Advanced
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Reality-Bending Car Ads
CarGurus Ad Features Melting Lego and Gourmet Chef Toddlers
VR-Compatible Gaming Controllers
The Conceptual 'Game Start' Gaming Controller is Multifunctional
Comic-Backed Esports Apparel
G2 Esports Confirms a DC Comics Deal for its CS:GO and LoL Teams
Multi-Position Smartphone Controllers
The 'Telegun' Smartphone Controller Works in Two Modes
Gamer-Targeted Chip Promotions
Pringles is Launching a New Gaming On-Pack Promotion
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
Collectible Figurine Action Games
Funko! Announced 'Funko Fusion' for Modern Platforms
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
Streaming Service Game Controllers
Netflix Unveils a New Game Controller App for iPhones
Iconic Game Presentation Events
Nintendo is Hosting a Dedicated 'Direct' for Super Mario Wonder
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
Pizza-Scented Game Controllers
Microsoft's New Video Game Controller Smells of Fresh Pizza
Cartoonized Role-Playing Games
Nintendo Announced 'MythForce' as a 2023 Switch Title
All-in-One iGaming Solutions
CrazyGames Unveils a New Collection of Browser-Based Games
Video Game Refreshment Campaigns
The Suntory x Super Mario Campaign is Playful
Adult Board Game Campaigns
Hasbro and Ageless Innovation Rebrand Childhood Games for Adults
Promotional Influencer Videos
Activision Recruits Multiple Creators to Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Folded Gaming Console Concepts
Jinseon Lee Designs the New Tam Tam Gaming Console Concept
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
Comedic Role-Playing Games
'High On Life' is a Comedy RPG with Talking Guns and Constant Jokes
Esports Championship Events
The European Games Esports Championships Announces its Game Titles
Digitized Board Game Consoles
This Smartphone-Controlled System Displays Board Games On Your TV
Game Franchise-Themed Keyboards
Higround Unveils Exclusive Street Fighter Keyboard Collection
Handheld Cartridge-Style Consoles
The 'Super Pocket' is a Portable Game Console with Themed Skins
Cartoon-Themed Gaming Controllers
PowerA Unveils a Kirby Wireless Controller for Switch and PC
Dedicated Gaming Gear Shops
The Samsung Game Portal is Launching in 30 Countries
All-in-One PC Gamer Controllers
The Dell Concept Nyx Controller is at CES 2023
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
AR-Based Video Games
Graffity, Qualcomm, and Nreal Launch Two New Augmented Reality Games
Horror Franchise-Themed Games
A Paranormal Activity Game is Currently in the Works
Mobile TV-Compatible Controllers
Netflix Releases a Mobile Game Controller for TV-Enabled Gaming
Short-Form Gaming Video Apps
'FreshCut' is TikTok for Video Games and Gaming News
Streamed Mobile Game Launches
The Immortality Game is Free for Netflix Subscribers
Mobile Esports Events
Tribe Gaming Partners with Samsung for a Mobile Gaming Event in Las Vegas
Rhythmic Adorable Streamed Games
Netflix Adds New Games Including Hello Kitty Happiness Parade
Studio Anniversary Events
Capcom is Celebrating its 40th Anniversary with 'Capcom Town'
Holographic Video Game Characters
Proto Uses ProtoHologram to Create a Digital Mario
Captivating Debut Games
The Cocoon Game was Unveiled During Summer Game Fest 2023
Smartphone Game Feature Expansions
Apple's iPhone Event Announced its Upcoming Game Launches
Retro Virtual Consoles
Nintendo Added GameBoy Color and GameBoy Advance to Switch Online
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
Celebratory Odd Designs
Ridiculous Design Celebrates Weird and Wonderful Ideas Within Design
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
Mobile-Specific Esports Ceremonies
The Esports Awards and Matt Rutledge Launch 'The Mobies'
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
Lighthearted Meme Apps
Goodday is a Meme App Designed to Inspire Happiness
Student-Focused Esports Deals
Generation Esports Partners with Nintendo for Middle School Esports
Subscription-Based Mobile Games
Netflix Unveils the TMNT: Shredder's Revenge Mobile Game
April Fool's Lifestyle Collections
Nugget Introduced Its 'Most Trendiest - High Endiest' Line Yet
Creative Gaming Studios
Tundra Esports’ Danny Lopez Launches a New Studio for Gaming Creators
Avatar-Centric Gaming Activities
Interactive New Meta Quests are Added to the Horizon Worlds
Inclusive Accessibility-Focused Tournaments
Ghost Gaming Hosts the 'Adaptive Gaming Cup'
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’
Daily Gaming Mystery-Solving
Players are Tasked to Guess the Game with 'Daily Game Trivia'
Novelty Polling Websites
Funnypoll Gives Users a Quick Laugh in an Often Overwhelming Online Space