# DIY Entertainment Brands are launching platforms that allow consumers to build movies and games. By [Kalin Ned](https://www.trendhunter.com/knedelch), Research Writer | Published Jun 22, 2020 | Category: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/modern-art-and-design-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/diy-entertainment1 ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.3/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the DIY Entertainment trend? **DIY Entertainment:** Developers are debuting creative experiences that allow consumers to build their own movies, stop-motion animations, games, and more. In doing so, brands are able to better engage individuals through tech-powered activities that are novel and interesting. ## The consumer insight behind the DIY Entertainment trend As digital technology becomes more readily available to a larger demographic and DIY culture resurfaces as a form of entertainment, consumers become interested in testing out tech as a means to design their own products. Individuals feel empowered in exploring new avenues of creativity as technology becomes more accessible, lending itself as a tool to those who do not necessarily have formal education. Compelled by novelty and a desire to be technologically literate in an increasingly digital world, individuals opt-in for hands-on projects that test and expand their knowledge. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 11 to Jun 23, 2020 - Published: Jun 22, 2020 - Patterns: [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Prosumerism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/prosumerism) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the DIY Entertainment trend ### DIY Entertainment As digital technology becomes more accessible, individuals are interested in exploring new avenues of creativity through hands-on projects that test and expand their knowledge. ### AI-Powered Movie Platforms Cutting-edge platforms that allow individuals to create movies using artificial intelligence can disrupt the traditional movie-making industry. ### Playable DIY Video Games As digital technology becomes more accessible, playable DIY video games can disrupt the traditional video game industry. ## What the DIY Entertainment trend means for industry ### For Entertainment With the increase of DIY entertainment platforms, businesses in this industry should find ways to incorporate these experiences into their marketing strategies. ### For Artificial Intelligence The development of AI-powered movie platforms provides disruptive innovation opportunities for businesses in the AI industry to create more advanced and user-friendly software. ### For Video Games The emergence of DIY video game platforms presents disruptive innovation opportunities for businesses in the video game industry to create more accessible and personalized gaming experiences. ## Workshop question How might you harness DIY projects to help consumers attain knowledge and build skills? ## Trend signals for DIY Entertainment Trend score 4.3 out of 10, from popularity 73%, activity 47%, freshness 9%. - Popularity: 73% - Activity: 47% - Freshness: 9% ## Examples of the DIY Entertainment trend 4 featured examples from Jun 11 to Jun 23, 2020. - [DIY Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-video-games): Media Molecule's 'Dreams' Platform Enables You to Create PlayStation 4 Games (Category: Art & Design) Implication: The potential for user-created video games could disrupt traditional game development and offer new opportunities for indie developers and startups. - [DIY Stop-Motion Animation Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-stopmotion-animation): Stop Motion Studio Helps You Create a Unique Plot Line (Category: Tech) Implication: The growing accessibility of DIY stop-motion animation platforms presents new opportunities for independent filmmakers and low-budget production companies. - [AI-Powered Movie Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/make-your-own-movie): rct studio's Innovative Software Helps You to Make Your Own Movie (Category: Tech) Implication: The entertainment industry can leverage AI-powered movie platforms like rct studio's to create more interactive and engaging movie experiences for audiences. - [Playable DIY Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-video-game): GB Studio is a Design Suite for Developing Nintendo GameBoy Software (Category: Tech) Implication: The DIY video game trend offers valuable opportunities for game development companies to create user-friendly tools and platforms that empower non-programmers to create their own… ## Recent trend clusters - [Oven Aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/decorative-casserole-dishes) (Art & Design) - [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 Art & Design - [Park-Model Tiny Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/park-model-tiny-homes) - [Handmade Craft Tradeshow Initiatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ny-now-handmade-division) - [Recycled Neon Light Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/encore-encore) - [Electrically Powered Airline Seats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-economy-seat) All articles: [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign)