These May 2019 games trends from social network gaming services to virtual reality casino games. While examples like Snapchat's Snap Games service allow users to compete with friends directly via the social media platform, Didsbury Casino's Ultimate VR Driving experience is an immersive alternative to traditional gambling games. The platform allows players to access a vast car library of both sport and luxury vehicles and allows for solo or multi-player challenges.
Other May 2019 games trends to note include the pixelated Stranger Things 3 game which is an homage to retro arcade classics from the 80s and 90s. Similarly, Tastemakers' range of personal arcade machines revives iconic consoles and will appeal to lovers of nostalgia.
Professional eSports backpacks and relaxed eSports chairs round off this list of game innovations and speak to consumers' growing desire for niche eSports merchandise offerings.
Top 30 Games Trends in May
From Social Network Gaming Services to Virtual Reality Casino Games:
Jana Pijak — May 25, 2019 — Tech
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Smartphone eSports Accessory Kits
The 'StygianForce' Mobile Gaming Accessories Kit is Pro-Grade
29
Collaborative eSports Jerseys
Foot Locker, Champion and Five eSports Teams Launched a Collection
28
Laid-Back eSports Chairs
The Gamewarez Granite Hurricane Gaming Seat is Stylishly Functional
27
Esports-Centric Pop-Up Fan Events
Mastercard Delivers a League of Legends Experience to Players
26
Professional eSports Backpacks
The 'PentaCarry' Gaming Backpack Boasts a Military-Grade Build
25
Entertaining Pop-Up eSports Bars
Drink Company Collaborates with Events DC on a Summer Initiative
24
HD Android-Powered Portable Consoles
The POWKIDDY X18 Portable Handheld Console is Feature-Rich
23
eSports Game Streaming Devices
The Razer Ripsaw HD Game Capture Card Records Wins and Losses
22
Sliding Keyboard Gaming Laptops
The Acer Predator Helios 700 Features the New HyperDrift Keyboard
21
Major Esports Brand Partnerships
PUMA is the Official Apparel Provider for the Cloud9 LCS Team
20
Cookie-Centric AR Games
Oreo's Twist, Lick, Dunk Augmented Reality Game Encourages Play with Food
19
Co-Branded eSports Fan Apparel
OpTic Gaming and Champion Join Forces on an Exclusive eSports Line
18
Personal Retro Arcade Machines
Tastemakers Launches a Series of New Arcade1Up Classic Consoles
17
Ergonomic Split-Design Gamer Controllers
These Conceptual Xbox Controllers Prevent Fatigue
16
eSports-Inspired Gaming Apparel
Her Universe Debuts Overwatch and World of Warcraft Collaborations
15
Rugged Gaming Console Cases
The GAEMS Guardian Gaming Station Works with Your Choice of Console
14
QSR-Sponsored eSports Competitions
Chipotle, DreamHack & ESL Collaborate on the Challenger Series
13
Academically Backed Casino Innovations
Caesars Entertainment Teams Up with Students from UNLV
12
Grocery Chain Collaborative eSports
Houston Outlaws and H-E-B Create Exclusive Items and Events
11
All-in-One Nostalgic Gamer Consoles
The 'IndieGO!' Classic Retro Game Console is Powerful
10
Digital Board Game Pastimes
Nintendo Switch Settlers of Catan will be Available Starting June 20
9
Song-Inspired Slot Machines
The I Like Big BUCK$ Slot Machine Pays Homage to Baby Got Back
8
In-Game Superhero Weapon Expansions
Fortnite Users Can Now Access Avengers Weapons
7
Virtual Casino Social Clubs
Perilous Orbit's Latest VR Project is an Immersive Casino Experience
6
Social Network Game Services
Snap Games Lets Users Play with Friends Directly from the App
5
Pixelated Nostalgic Horror Games
The Stranger Things 3 Game is Sure to Hype Fans Up for the Season
4
Ornate Casino Gaming Terminals
TCSJOHNHUXLEY Taps Eastern Tradition for Qorex Carousel Design
3
Dual-Colored Electric Standing Desks
The Fitbit Standing Desk Offers Two Functions in One
2
Interactive Casino Driving Games
Didsbury Casino's Ultimate VR Driving Experience is Immersive
1
Fine Art-Inspired Slot Games
High 5 Games Taps Leonardo da Vinci for Its Latest Game Offering
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Retro-Style Gaming Consoles
The PlayStation 5 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Marks a Milestone
Nostalgic Gamer Streetwear Collections
The New Era x PlayStation Range Has Hats, Hoodies and More
Playful Student-Targeted Interactive Pop-Ups
Uber One Hits Campuses with ‘The One Arcade'
Monthly Gaming Giveaway Lineups
Amazon Prime Launches a Prime Gaming April Drop
Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Retro Gaming Handhelds
Evercade Nexus Brings Physical Cartridges Back to Portable Gaming
Collaborative Esports Fashion Capsules
FlyQuest and Von Dutch Debut New 'League is Dead' Pieces
Retro Gaming Controllers
Hyperkin Partners with ModRetro for M64-Compatible Designs
Small-Space VR Platforms
Snack VR Operates in Just Five Square Meters
High-Framerate VR Streaming Upgrades
NVIDIA Adds GeForce Now 90fps And GOG Syncing
Spacefaring VR Adventure Games
'Star Wars: Beyond Victory' is Coming Soon to VR Headsets
Psychologist-Designed Educational Toys
ThinkPsych Spotlights Its Line of Therapeutic Games & Tools
Game-Inspired Hotel Experiences
Marriott Bonvoy Launches 'Vacation Roulette' to Ignite Spontaneity
Inclusive Beauty Games
e.l.f Beauty's Glow Up! Experience Celebrates Self-Expression & Diversity
Interactive Motorsport-Inspired Gaming Experiences
EB Games Boasts Mario Kart World in Montreal
In-Game Communication Tools
Discord's Social SDK Can Now Be Used Commercially for Games
Console VR Simulations
Microsoft Flight Simulator Expands VR Gameplay to PlayStation 5
Moon Scanner AR Lenses
Xbox and Snapchat Launched a First-of-Its-Kind Augmented Reality Lens
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Co-Branded Metaverse Games
Epic Games and Disney Launch 'Disneyland Game Rush' in Fortnite
Revived RTS Games
R.U.S.E. Returns to Steam With Steam Deck Support and Free DLC
Nostalgic Gaming Devices
The Playdate Handheld Console Reimagines Retro Gameplay with Modernity
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Browser Game Platforms
RetroGames Lets Users Play Classic Console Games Online Instantly
Fandom Culture Retail Experiences
EB Games x Vibrant Marketing Launch an 'EB Trends' Store Concept
Retro-Inspired Smartphone Gaming Controllers
The GameSir Pocket Taco Has a Nostalgic Design
Gamer-Targeted Donor Campaigns
Virtual Donors Turns In-Game Deaths into Real Registrations
Social AI Video Lenses
Snapchat Brings Photo-To-Video AI to Lens Studio
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Face-to-Face Game Consoles
Board Merges the Best Features of Board Games and Video Games
In-Car Gaming Collaborations
AirConsole x Audi Partner for Car Gaming, and Includes Pictionary
In-Car Gaming Experiences
Atari and AirConsole are Partnering to Bring Games to Volkswagens
Dedicated Social Event Apps
TikTok Pro Events is Arriving Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Interactive Digital QSR Experiences
McDonald's Launches 'McDonaldland VR'
Immersive Gaming Lands
Minecraft World Brings the Game to Life in a Theme Park
Customizable Console Bundles
Nintendo Paired Switch 2 with a Pick-your-own Digital Game
Screen-Free Interactive Gaming
tonies and Hasbro Turn Classic Board Games Into Audio Adventures
In-Car Gaming Integrations
Porsche x AirConsole Bring In-Car Gaming to the New Macan
Co-Branded Game Tournaments
Fortnite Announced the 'Stranger Things Cup' with Netflix
Instant Gaming Platforms
Zeon Games & Studio Enables Instant Play Through Scroll-Based Gaming
Game-Inspired Y2K Collaborations
FlyQuest Taps Von Dutch to Prove that League Isn't Dead
Retro Plug-and-Play Games
Fizz Creations' Wireless Plug-and-Play Systems Appeal to Kidult Gamers
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Enhanced Mobile Gaming Platforms
Samsung Showcased its New Gaming Hub at CES 2026
Retro Goggle-Style Gamer Accessories
The Nintendo Classics Virtual Boy Revives a 90s Console
Toronto Gastro-Gaming Businesses
OCHE Arrives in Toronto to Enhance the Entertainment Scene
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Voice-Based Adventure Games
Dora Star Explorer Features Motion-Based, Microphone-Enabled Play
Corporate Travel Trends
Navan Reported Its Corporate Booking Data for FIFA World Cup Host Cities
Retro Multiplayer Revival Games
Nintendo revives Star Fox with online multiplayer for Switch 2
Roblox Popularity Trackers
Rotrends Shows What’s Popular on Roblox and Why
Social-First Retail Commerce
Shoezone expands TikTok Shop through creator-led shopping
Mom-Focused Mobile Game Events
Avia Debuts a First-Of-Its-Kind Mom's Week in Solitaire Clash
Competitive Web3 Shooting Games
'Wilder World' was Announced at Gamescom 2025
Casual Game Collections
PolyTrack Offers Access to Popular Games in One Platform
Streaming Service Brainteaser Games
Netflix Puzzled Will Feature Show-Themed Puzzles
Collaborative Esports Tetris Tournaments
Red Bull and The Tetris Company Announce a Tournament
Screen-Free Toy Collections
Luki Lab Spotlights Six Products at the New York Toy Fair 2026
Streaming Moments Surge
Spotify’s Wrapped 2025 Engages Users with Personalized Year-in-Review
Premiumized Mid-Tier Smartphones
Qualcomm Brings AI and Gaming Upgrades to Affordable Devices
Gaming Wearable Devices
Tetris Watch Combines Classic Gameplay with Smartwatch Features
Gaming Style Capsules
The Nike x Martine Rose Campaign Spotlights Esports Athletes as Modern Icons
Soccer-Themed Entertainment Events
Sky Zone Turns Global Soccer Excitement into Active Play
Web3-Enabled Sports Games
Mythical Games Debuted 'FIFA Rivals' on Mobile Devices
Incentive-Based Athletic Challenges
Gains App Blends Sport, Social & Monetary Incentives
Online Gaming Portals
Best Website Games Offers Accessible Browser-Based Games Anytime
Gaming Trivia Apps
Retro Game Trivia Offers Daily Retro Gaming Quizzes And Fun Facts
Social Travel Booking Platforms
TikTok GO Turns Creator Travel Videos Into Bookable Trips
Vibrant Game Console Covers
Sony's New 'Hyperpop' PS5 Covers are Bright and Stylish
Gamer Mealtime Campaigns
Telia's Dinner Assassin Helps to Get Teens to the Dinner Table
Lifestyle Gaming Ecosystems
Nintendo Extends Music Access Beyond Its Consoles
Interactive Party Games
Scano Games Lets Friends Play Real-Time Multiplayer Games On Their Phones
Emerging Market Insights
Rising Trends Helps Discover Hidden Markets And Business Opportunities
Competitive Trivia Games
Trivia Tiles Offers Fast-Paced, Image-Based Multiplayer Challenges
Engagement-Focused Gaming Platforms
The Money Factory's New Platform Deepens Connections
Interactive Emoji Puzzle Games
The Apple News+ Emoji Game Offers Visualized Puzzles
Gamified Destination Tourism
Connecticut Launches Rewards Platform for Local Exploration
Searchable Gaming Platforms
Search to Play Helps Users Discover, Track, And Share Video Games
Associative Word Games
Word Puzzle: Connections Challenges Players To Group Words By Traits
Interactive Game Advertisements
Samsung Ads GameBreaks Encourage Deeper Engagement
Celebratory VR Promotions
Zero Latency VR is an Expert in Free-Roam Virtual Reality Entertainment
Social Engagement Platforms
Sociable AI Predicts Viral Posts And Generates Brand Aligned Comments
Device-Optimized App Experiences
Spotify Launches a Redesigned Tablet UI
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Futuristic Taxi Drifting Games
Current Games Drops 'Taxi Chaos 2'
Personalized Telehealth Service Platforms
Enhanced Reports Success of the Inaugural Enhanced Games
Fantasy Sports Apps
bet365 Launched Its Free-to-Play Fantasy Sports App Ahead of World Cup 2026
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Interactive Soccer Viewing Experience
PubNub Partners with DAZN for FIFA Club World Cup 2025™
Mascot Sumo Showdowns
Duolingo Launches Playful Event Featuring Gaming Icons and Cultural Mascots
Co-op Heist VR Experiences
Fast Travel Games Launches Payday: Aces High
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Luxury Gaming Capsules
The Balenciaga x PUBG Collaboration Delivers Couture for Battlegrounds.
Interactive Word Games
Play And Share AI-Created Word Search Games Onchain With Prism
Retro Game Additions
Nintendo Adds Mario Clash, Mario’s Tennis and Mario Vs. Donkey Kong
Productivity Co-Working Games
On-Together: Virtual Co-Working Turns Focus Sessions to Shared Play
Gamified Travel Companions
Make Travel an Adventure With the CountryQuest Gamified Travel App
Mobile Sports Simulation Gaming
MLB The Show Brings Team Building and Gameplay to Mobile
IP-Based Kids Games
Netflix Turns Shows into Play Experiences
Mobile Gamified Wellness
Urso Combines Mental Health Support With Interactive Space Adventure
Live-Service Action Games
'Destiny: Rising' is a Mobile FPS with Impressive Mechanics
Arcade Leaderboard Initiatives
Dave & Buster's Introduces a Nationwide Leaderboard Initiative
Cross-Platform Memberships
Xbox and Discord bundle gaming and social benefits
Expanded Game-Streaming Functionalities
Xbox Announced PC Support for its Game Streaming
Emoji Word Games
Quiz Blitz Turns Emoji Clues Into Addictive Word Challenges
Card Game-Themed Suites
The UNO Social Club in Las Vegas Elevates Game Nights for Kidults
Personalized Console Ecosystems
Xbox adds new interface updates and Gamerscore badges
Creator-Inspired Board Games
MrBeast Brings His Viral Challenges and Competition Style Home
Tabletop-To-Digital Franchises
Descent Expands into a Cooperative Tactical RPG Experience
Daily Esports Product Lines
PandaScore Launched New 'Daily Fantasy Esports' Products
Esports Fan Community Apps
Evil Geniuses Launched 'Villainverse' for its Most Devout Fans
Gaming Payment Partnerships
EA Sports and Visa Partnered on Its In-Game Rewards for FC Players
Gamified Fitness Platforms
uRace Motivates Athletes With Gamified Challenges & Global Competition
New Customization Updates
On-Together Adds Facial Hair Styles
Condensed Franchise Mobile Gaming
Borderlands Adapted Shooter Gameplay into Short Mobile Missions
Narrative Retro Revivals
Truxton Extreme Adds Comic Storytelling to a Classic Arcade Game
Music-Driven Coming-Of-Age Games
Beethoven and Dinosaur’s Mixtape Releases This Upcoming May
Racing Strategy Games
Escape Road Combines Racing Thrills With Mental Challenge On Mobile
Engaging E-Soccer Video Games
Betby Announced Two New Soccer Titles for its Portfolio
Gamified Wellness Platforms
HealthGame Turns Healthy Habits Into Fun, Interactive Daily Challenges
Interactive Holiday Games
Easter Quest 2025 Creates Digital Scavenger Hunts For Families
Sports Highlights Platforms
Snack Sports Delivers Curated Highlights Without Social Media Pressure
Gaming News Customization Tools
Feed It Games Builds a Custom Gaming News Feed For Your Interests
Interactive Entertainment Tools
Quiz Cabin Turns Curiosity to Playable Quizzes & Brain Challenges
Social Entertainment Apps
BuzzWheel Turns Group Gatherings Into Interactive Challenge Experiences
Brand Recognition Games
Product Guesser Tests Brand Recognition Through Interactive Play Tool
Electronic Gaming Accessories Lineups
JSAUX Debuts Nintendo Console-Compatible Accessories
Casual Game Discovery Apps
PizzaSlice Helps Users Find Relaxing, Chill Indie Games Easily
In-Game Music Experiences
Toca Boca Integrates Music From Major Artists Into Gameplay
Immersive Store Game Launches
Target Launches an In-Store Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Experience
Multiplayer Word Games
The New York Times Introduces Crossplay as a Multiplayer Word Game App
Social Gaming Networks
Playwrk Connects Professionals Through Curated Gaming Experiences
Puzzle Game Apps
Ahhhh Weekly Crosswords Delivers Social Puzzle Games With Leaderboards
Live Event Fan Platforms
SeatGeek Launched Its Game Day Your Way to Unify Stadium Fan Data
Arcade Game Revivals
Snake Classic Revives The Arcade Game With Modern Features And Challenges
Victorian Parlour Gaming Booths
Inception Group Launches Mr Fogg’s Games Parlour
Immersive Narrative Tourism
EF Ultimate Break Turns Ashridge House Into a Live Murder Mystery Game
Timed Gameplay Trial Features
Google Play Introduced Game Trials for Sampling Game Titles
Curated Surprise Game Seasons
Panic Announces Playdate Season Three for Episodic Game Releases