# AI Board Game Artificial intelligence is being employed in tabletop game experience design. By [Kalin Ned](https://www.trendhunter.com/knedelch), Research Writer | Published Dec 5, 2020 | Category: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/life-stages) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ai-board-game ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.2/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the AI Board Game trend? **AI Board Game:** Technology is enhancing the player experience during chess and other popular board game offerings. By integrating artificial intelligence into tabletop game designs, brands are able to also provide training to consumers. ## The consumer insight behind the AI Board Game trend Contemporary consumers are becoming increasingly comfortable and open to using technology in their daily and work routines, as well as for entertainment and in other facets of their lifestyle. As tech becomes more accessible to a larger portion of the population, individuals will look to satisfy their curiosity by testing out novelty tech-powered versions of products that they are familiar with. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: May 24, 2019 to Dec 6, 2020 - Published: Dec 5, 2020 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the AI Board Game trend ### Artificial Intelligence Integration Tabletop game designs are integrating artificial intelligence to enhance player experience. ### Technology-powered Board Games Technology is becoming a staple of board game design as brands are creating novel digital interfaces. ### Customization and Adaptability Board games are becoming more personalized and adaptive to consumers with AI technology. ## What the AI Board Game trend means for industry ### For Entertainment Industry Brands can create AI-powered board games that provide a new and immersive experience for consumers. ### For Tech Industry The integration of AI technology in board games offers fresh opportunities for tech innovation. ### For Education Industry Technology-powered board games can provide an interactive and educational experience for students while catering to their interests. ## Workshop question How can your brand utilize artificial intelligence? ## Trend signals for AI Board Game Trend score 5.2 out of 10, from popularity 74%, activity 73%, freshness 9%. - Popularity: 74% - Activity: 73% - Freshness: 9% ## Examples of the AI Board Game trend 4 featured examples from May 24, 2019 to Dec 6, 2020. - [Adaptive AI Chessboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-kingdom-set): Square Off's 'Grand Kingdom Set' is Powered by Advanced Robotics (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The integration of advanced robotics and AI in chessboards presents disruptive innovation opportunities in the gaming technology industry, creating immersive and interactive gamin… - [AI-Powered Board Game Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/board-game-design1): Square Off's NEO and SWAP Can Entertain Consumers of All Ages (Category: Tech) Implication: The integration of AI and technology in board game designs like NEO and SWAP presents potential for disruptive innovation and enhanced gameplay experiences. - [AI-Powered Murder Mystery Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st-noire-board-game): The St. Noire Board Game Integrates Amazon Alexa (Category: Life-Stages) Implication: Integrating AI and voice recognition technology in traditional board games presents opportunities for game developers to cater to a tech-savvy audience. - [Digitized Baduk Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bo-digital-board-game): The Conceptual 'Bo' Digital Board Game Has a Futuristic Design (Category: Tech) Implication: The 'Bo' board game presents opportunities for gaming technology companies to develop innovative hardware and software solutions that enhance traditional game experiences with fut… ## Recent trend clusters - [Constructible Franchises](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/constructible-franchises) (Life-Stages) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Life-Stages - [Retro Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-graphic-tees) - [Screen-Free Kids Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-free-kids-phones) - [Edible Oil-Based Lubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coco-lube) - [Women's Health-Focused Probiotic Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womens-health-probiotic-capsules) All articles: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages)