The October 2018 gaming innovations feature the gambit of retro console revivals and streamer-focused gaming peripherals. Developed by Razer, the introduction of the Kiyo webcam and Ifrit showcase a new focus on the video game streamer. The Ifrit essentially functions as a gaming headset, but the low profile nature ensures the players face is always in view and unobstructed by chunky ear cups and bulk microphones. Designed to work alongside the headset, the Kiyo webcam captures Full HD 30fps resolution and comes with a built-in ring light to ensure clear and perfectly lit content.
Also featured on this list is a new nostalgic game console, this time focusing on the iconic Sony PlayStation. Complete with 20 classic games, this retro console is also 45% smaller than the original unit and features an HDMI port for connectivity with modern TVs.
Finally, the October 2018 gaming list also includes an incredibly progressive indie game entitled 'the earth is a better person than me.' This indie title explores aspects of sexuality, self-worth, and personal thoughts, all while presenting itself with a distinct and eye-catching aesthetic.
Top 30 Gaming Trends in October
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Augmented Reality Scavenger Hunts
Verizon Runs a Snapchat Contest, Relying on AR and Geolocation
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Specialized PC Gamer Packs
The Razer Rogue Backpack withstands the Elements for Optimal Durability
28
Competitive Puzzle Games
OnePlus' 'Crackables' is an Intense Puzzle Game with a Distinct Prize
27
Board Game Livestreams
Big Potato Games is Sharing Tabletop Gaming on Twitch
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Rugged Gamer Smartphones
The DOOGEE S70 Smartphone is Ready for Indoor and Outdoor Use
25
Digital Monster Gamer Consoles
The Pokémon Let’s Go Limited Edition Switch Console is Chromatic
24
Modernized Retro Game Controllers
The Nintendo Switch Wireless NES Controller is Nostalgic
23
Ultra-Performance Gaming PCs
The Acer Predator Orion 9000 Gaming Computer Retails for Over $7,000
22
In-Game Cosmetic Pets
Fortnite Pets Add an Extra Adorable Aspect to the Wildly Popular Game
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Low-Profile Gaming Earbuds
The Razer Ifrit is Focused on the Videogame Streaming Community
20
All-in-One Wireless VR Headsets
The Oculus Quest Headset Offers 360-Degrees of Immersion
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Mobile Console Satchel Bags
The Villager Supplies '3 Up' Nintendo Switch Bag is Multifunctional
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Video Game Streamer Cameras
The Razer Kiyo Webcam Enhances Your Look and Experience
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Retro Replica Gaming Consoles
The Sega Mega Drive Mini Console will Launch in 2019
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Snatch-and-Grab Game Modes
The New Fortnite Getaway Mode Has Players Complete a Heist
15
Superhero Gaming Consoles
The Marvel Spider-Man PlayStation 4 Pro Console is Limited-Edition
14
Celebratory eSports Bars
a Fnatic eSports Pop-Up Bar Will Open in Madrid to Celebrate the EU LCS
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VR Health Apps
VRHealth Has Partnered with Oculus to Improve Health and Wellness in Users
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Mainstream VR Console Bundles
The New PlayStation VR Bundles Come Packed with Equipment and Games
11
Mobile Console Speaker Docks
The YesOJO Speaker Dock Keeps the Console Cool and Functional
10
Triple Hard Drive PCs
The Alienware Area 51 R2 Desktop Gaming Computer is Ready for Action
9
Mobile Science-Themed RVs
Purple Me Green Offers STEM Toys and Educational Classes
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Haptic Feedback Headphones
The Razer Nari Ultimate Headphones Pull Users Into the Game
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Multifaceted Gaming Remote Controls
The 'Cloud Remote for PS4' Can Also Control Your TV
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Childcare Indie Games
'Think of the Children' Tasks Players with Caring for Rambunctious Kids
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Iconic Sci-Fi VR Experiences
Star Wars: Vader Immortal Will be a Premier VR Star Wars Experience
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Self-Exploring Indie Games
'the earth is a better person than me' is a Progressive Visual Novel
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Miniature 90s Gaming Consoles
The PlayStation Classic Comes Preloaded with 20 Classic Games
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Limited-Edition Grease-Proof Controllers
New Xbox Controllers Let Players Game with Dirty Fingers
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Interference-Free Gaming Routers
The Nighthawk Pro Gaming XR700 Allows for Seamless Connectivity
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Gaming Console Smartphones
The Nintendo Switch Phone Concept by Ivan Llaneza Prioritizes Play
Enhanced Mobile Game Controllers
Backbone Released its 2nd-Generation Suite of Bumper Controllers
Tablet-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The Razer Kishi Ultra Mobile Gaming Controller is Responsive
Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces
The Retro Gaming Watch Brings Gameplay to the Wrist
Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Conceptual PocketMan P1 Has Exposed Components
Removable Controller Handheld PCs
The ONEXPLAYER 2 Pro Has a AMD Ryzen 7 7840U Processor
Pocket-Sized Gaming Consoles
The SEGA-DBS is a Retro Console with a Digital Calendar
Rotating Display Gaming Consoles
The Small Universe X Sugar Cubes Work in Two Orientations
Tactile Modular Gaming Consoles
The LUMI DREAMSTATION-02 by Bukvity Lorisz is Shapeshifting
Sci-Fi Mecha Design Headphones
These Conceptual Gundam Headphones by Kostas Dakanalis are Flexible
Compact Gamepad Designs
99 City 8's Gamepad Concept Boasts a Hint of Playful Color
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
Esports-Focused Mechanical Keyboards
Red Magic Introduces a New Mechanical Esports Keyboard
Brand-Themed Handheld Consoles
The HyperMegaTech Super Pocket Comes in Two Special Editions
Pocket-Friendly Games Consoles
The 'PiBoy Mini' Offers Retro Gaming In a Portable Package
Ambient Desktop Gaming Lights
The Logitech G Meteor Concept by Anantvijay is Portable
Retro-Themed Mechanical Keyboards
8BitDo's Latest Keyboard is Inspired by SNES-Era Gaming
Customizable Mobile Gaming Consoles
The 'ORBIS' Handheld Gaming Console Concept is Multipurpose
Gaming-Inspired Haptic Response Sneakers
The Nike PG2 PlayStation Shoes are Paul George-Approved
Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Consoles
This Steam Deck 2 Concept by Carota Design is Ergonomic
Console-Style Smartphone Controllers
The GameSir G8 Galileo Works on Android and iOS Devices
High-Performance Handheld Gamer Consoles
The Orange Pi Neo Handheld Gaming Console Runs Linux
High-Power Handheld Gaming Consoles
The OneXPlayer X1 Has a 10-95-Inch Display
Virtual Reality Fidelity Updates
Meta Updated the Passthrough on its Meta Quest 3 Headset
Flipped Handheld Gaming Devices
AYANEO's Flip DS Gaming Device is Inspired by Nintendo
Keychain-Sized Gaming Consoles
The Anbernic 'RG Nano' is the Next Retro Gaming Device for Fans
Branded eSports Earbuds
These Sony PlayStation Earbuds Have SIE-Developed Wireless Technology
Debut Handheld PCs
NanoPlay Announced its Entrance to Handheld Gaming with its First PC
Pro-Grade Gaming Consoles
This Sony PlayStation 5 Pro Concept by Latif Ghouali is Liquid Cooled
Retrofuturism Streaming Headphones
The Conceptual 'FUTUREAHEAD' Headset by Olga Orel is
Refined Mobile Gamer Smartphones
The ASUS ROG Phone 8 Shows Off a Premium Design at CES 2024
Screen-Equipped eSports Controllers
The Turtle Beach Stealth Ultra Wireless Controller is Advanced
Transparent Retro Gamepads
8BitDo Launched Two New Colorways for its SN30 Pro SE Controller
Harmonious eSports Headsets
The Sony PlayStation Pulse Elite Wireless Headset is Advanced
Ergonomic Minimalist Gaming Controllers
The Moenix Game Controller Concept Has a Yoke-Style Design
Modular Handheld Gaming Systems
The 'feeel' Gaming System by Jasmin Kappler is Customizable
Illuminated eSports Earbuds
The Conceptual Cyberpunk Earbuds by Tim Chen are Gaming-Ready
Console-Focused Gaming Headsets
Razer Released a PlayStation and Xbox Edition of its BlackShark
All-Purpose Gaming Controllers
The Machenike G5 Pro is a Hall-Effect Controller for All Platforms
Haptic Gamer Chair Cushions
Razer Project Esther Immerses Gamers in the Experience at CES 2024
Accessible Nostalgic Gaming Systems
The Anbernic RG35XX H Pays Homage to the History of Gaming
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
Ultra-Compact Horizontal Handhelds
The MIYOO A30 Emulates Thousands of Games at a Low Price
Powerful Handheld Emulation Devices
GoRetroid Announced its Upcoming 'Retroid Pocket 4'
Scent-Releasing Gaming Devices
The 'Gamescent' Syncs with Gameplay to Add a Sense of Smell
Vintage-Inspired Mini Gaming Systems
The AYANEO AM02 Mini PC System Has a Retro Flair
VR-Focused Console Concepts
This PlayStation 5 Pro Concept by Seungjae Lee Has Dual Headsets
Arcade-Style Gaming Controllers
The Octopus Arcade Stick Brings the Arcade to the Living Room
Spherical Streaming Gamer Microphones
The Logitech G Yeti Orb is Accented with RGB Lights
Themed Gaming Console Bundles
The Nintendo Switch Mario Choose One Bundle Comes with a Game
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Retroid Pocket 2S is Retro Yet Powerful
Game Console Wireless Earbuds
Sony Presents the New Immersive PS5 Earbuds for In-Game Using
Noise-Cancelling Gaming Headphones
These High-End Headphones Can Curb Ambient Noise By 25 Decibels
AR Headset Handheld Consoles
The TECNO Pocket Go Works with the AR Pocket Vision Headset
Semi-Translucent Halloween Keyboards
SteelSeries Celebrates Halloween with a Limited Apex Pro Mini
Multipurpose Handheld Game Consoles
Powkiddy's RGB20SX Plays Games from Various Platforms
High-Performance Handheld Gaming Consoles
The AOKZOE A2 Has the Ryzen 77849 U Processor
Advanced Immersive Gamer Earbuds
The Sony INZONE Buds Provide Personalized Spatial Sound
Miniature Handheld PCs
The ayn tec Loki Max is a 6800U-Equipped PC for Gaming Fans
High-Power Handheld Gaming Consoles
The AYN Odin 2 is ARM-Based and Runs Android
Pro-Grade Gamer PC Peripherals
The Logitech G PRO Series 2023 Includes Three Products
Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems
My Arcade Gamestation Portable Has Retro-Style Controls
High-Performance Gaming Peripherals
Red Magic Releases a New Global Gaming Collection
Low-Latency Gaming Headsets
Turtle Beach's 'Stealth' Series of Gaming Peripherals are Premium
Curvaceous eSports PC Peripherals
The Latest Acer Predator Monitors Will Be at CES 2024
Crystalline Handheld Gaming Devices
The Analogue Pocket: Transparent Limited Editions are Stylish
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Spatial Content Creation Systems
Sony Corporation Boasts an Xr Head-mounted Display & Controllers
90s-Themed Gaming Controllers
The 8Bitdo Arcade Stick for Xbox Series Has Eight Action Buttons
Clamshell Gaming Devices
Retroid Teased an Upcoming Retroid Pocket Foldable Gaming Handheld
Battle Royale Gaming Peripherals
Razer and KRAFTON Released a Special PUBG Collection of Devices
Sleek Wireless Gaming Earbuds
Sony Unveils a Look at the Pulse Explore Earbuds for Gameplay
Game-Inspired PC Peripherals
The Elgato x Starfield Streaming Set Comes with Two Devices
Shapeshifting Game Controllers
The RODO Game Controller by Duhan Oben Kayman is a Unique Concept
Electromagnetic Joystick Gaming Controllers
The GuliKit KingKong 2 Pro Has Patented Details
Illuminating Gamer Headphone Stands
The Monster ARC+ Smart Sound Reactive LED Lamp is Futuristic
Console Firmware Updates
Sony Added Improved Controller Features with its New PS5 Update
Dynamic Gamer Microphone Models
The Logitech G Yeti Studio Has ClearAmp Active Preamp Technology
Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles
The Atari Gamestation Pro Features More Than 200 Games
Detachable Controller Gaming Handhelds
The Pimax Portal QLED Plays Everything on Android and VR
Musician-Themed Online Games
Fortnite Festival Lets Players Get in on the Concert Action
Telescoping Smartphone Gaming Controllers
The ELO Vagabond Works with Android and iOS Devices
Premium Button Gaming Handhelds
Ampown's 'XU10' Handheld Emulation Device has a High Build Quality
Metallic Mobile Gaming Consoles
The Retroid Pocket 3+ Metal Edition Has an Android-Powered System
Summer-Themed Gaming Accessories
The Xbox Summer Accessories Collection for 2023 is Dazzling
Inclusive Controller Accessories
Logitech Taps Sony for a New Disability-Supporting Controller Kit
Transformational Handheld PCs
The Lenovo Legion GO has Nintendo Switch-Like Controllers
Heavy Arcade Joysticks
QanbaUSA Debuted the 'Titan' Box-Style Stick with a Spacious Design
Octa-Core Handheld PCs
Ayaneo's '2S' Handheld Gaming PC is The Strongest to Date
Fan-Favorite Fighting Games
'Killer Instinct Anniversary Edition' Celebrates 10 Years of the Game
Left Hand Gaming Controllers
Columbian Startup Evo Gameware Introduces the Hex Evo
Left-Hand Dynamic Game Controllers
Hex Gameware Launches the Hex Evo Controller to the Gaming Set
Spatial Sound Gaming Headsets
The Sony INZONE H5 Wired and Wireless Gaming Headset is Immersive
Intuitive Configuration eSports Microphones
The Latest Razer Microphones Achieve Precision Capture
Premium Console Gaming Headsets
Sony's Pulse Elite Wireless Headset has Ultra Low Latency
Modular Gaming Controller Concepts
The Lifil Multiverse Controller by Diego Perez Rogé is Advanced
Retro Handheld Gaming Consoles
The Fankoo Powkiddy X28 Offers Simulator Support
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Gamepad-Like Game Controllers
CRKD Introduces the NES-Style Neo S Game Controller
Handheld Cloud Gaming Devices
Logitech Launches the New Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld in Europe
Audio-Enhancing Gaming Updates
Sony Previews Two New Audio Devices and Updated Sound Settings
Feature-Rich Retro Gamer Consoles
The XGO Handheld Retro Gaming Console Supports 10 Emulators
Retro Social App Devices
Edwar Banquet Designs the Retro Instagram Gadget with a Console Shape
High-Performance Gaming Audio
Logitech G Has Unveiled the Astro A50 X Gaming Headset
Handheld Cloud-Gaming Consoles
Powkiddy Debuted the 'RK2023' 3.5-Inch Retro Handheld Console
Game-Inspired PC Peripherals
Razer Works with Roblox on a New Collection of Gaming Peripherals
Facial Movement Game Controllers
Google's New GameFace Allows Users to Control with their Faces
Hybrid Game Console Sequels
Nintendo is Sending Out Developer Kits for the Switch 2
Vintage Game-Inspired Peripherals
Higround Unveils a New Street Fighter Gaming Collection
Responsive Gamer Keyboard Models
The Spigen ArcPLAY Gaming Keyboard Has 8,000Hz Polling and More
Compact Handheld Game Consoles
PowKiddy Released the 'RGB30' Pocket-Sized Gaming Device
Light Pastel-Colored Controllers
Nintendo Previews the Summer-Ready Pastel Joy-Con Controllers
Cloud Gaming-Focused Handhelds
The Logitech G Cloud is Coming to the U.K Market at £329.99
Expanded Retro Game Bundles
Sonic Origins Plus Brings 12 Game Gear Games with Improvements
Sci-Fi Game-Inspired Game Accessories
Microsoft Unveils a Set of Xbox Tools Inspired by Starfield
Retrofuturistic Streaming Audio Devices
Nik Reitmann Designs a DIY Streaming Audio Player
Optical Arcade Controllers
Razer Introduces the 'Kitsune All-Button Optical' Arcade Controller
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
Voice-Controlled Gamepads
The 'Stoga' is a Smart Game Pad with Voice-Controlled Macros
High-Power Mobile Gaming Consoles
This ONEXFLY Gaming Console Has the Ryzen 7 7840U Processor
Adventure-Based Game Consoles
Nintendo Unveil 'Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom' OLED Switch
Women's Day-Inspired Tournaments
True Gamer Partners with Sony to Host a Match for Women's Day
Mobile TV-Compatible Controllers
Netflix Releases a Mobile Game Controller for TV-Enabled Gaming
Immersive Rhythmic Concert Games
Epic Games Added Guitar Controller Support to 'Fortnite Festival'
Action Rhythm Game Updates
Tango Gameworks Added Two New Game Modes to 'Hi-Fi RUSH'
Console Firmware Improvements
Sony Released a New Beta Update For its PS5 Console
External RGB-Equipped Microphones
Asus Has Announced the Rog Carnyx as a New Gaming Microphone
Intricately Developed Game Releases
Capcom Releases Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess This Year
Vibrant Celebratory Gaming Consoles
The Nintendo Switch OLED Mario Red Edition is Sleek
Earth-Inspired Gaming Accessories
The Sony PlayStation Deep Earth Collection is Eye-Catching
Superhero-Themed Gaming Consoles
The PlayStation 5 Spider-Man 2 Limited Edition Bundle is Striking
Avatar-Centric Gaming Activities
Interactive New Meta Quests are Added to the Horizon Worlds
Responsive Streaming Enthusiast Webcams
The HyperX Vision S Webcam Captures Footage in 4K
Input-Clarifying Game Icons
Valve Added a Badge to Dualsense Controller-Verified Games on Steam
Retro Gaming Controller Support
The New Retro Receiver by 8BitDo is a Versatile Modern Controller
Chromatic Gamer Headsets
The Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Gen 2 MAX Now Comes in Two New Colors