# Gamer Embodiment Detailed cosplay allow gamers to fully immerse themselves through role play. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Feb 13, 2014 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/gamer-embodiment ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.8/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Gamer Embodiment trend? **Gamer Embodiment:** With all the distractions and worries that come with everyday life, consumers are constantly looking for creative ways to detach themselves from reality. Customized cosplay allow gamers to fully envelop themselves through character roles, combining pop culture references with the need to escape the hustle and bustle of day-to-day life. This reflects the growing demand for more immersive forms of distraction. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 15 to Dec 31, 2013 - Published: Feb 13, 2014 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Gamer Embodiment trend ### Customized Gaming Cosplay Brands can focus on creating customized cosplay to enhance the gaming experience, allowing gamers to fully immerse themselves in their virtual world. ### Sponsorships for Cosplayers Brands can sponsor talented cosplayers to promote their products through official cosplays and other related events. ### Online Costume Marketplaces Online cosplay marketplaces like CosTrader offer a new avenue for crafters to sell their wares while offering fans of popular franchises a one-stop-shop to acquire costumes, wigs, and accessories. ## What the Gamer Embodiment trend means for industry ### For Gaming Industry The gaming industry can focus on creating and popularizing immersive games that allow players to engage in cosplay and fully immerse themselves in their virtual worlds. ### For Fashion Industry The fashion industry can work on creating wearable tech and other accessories that enhance cosplay experiences and add convenience. ### For Event Industry The event industry can organize gaming and cosplay events at different locations and bring together gaming communities from all over the world. ## Trend signals for Gamer Embodiment Trend score 5.8 out of 10, from popularity 85%, activity 82%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 85% - Activity: 82% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Gamer Embodiment trend 6 featured examples from Jan 15 to Dec 31, 2013. - [Realistic Fantasy Game Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/final-fantasy-cosplay): This Final Fantasy Cosplay by Miss-Alice-Monster is Stunning (Category: Tech) Implication: The entertainment industry has the opportunity to create more immersive experiences by partnering with cosplay enthusiasts to bring video game characters to life. - [Stunning Sci-Fi Fantasy Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fantasy-costumes): This Korean Starcraft Cosplay is a Video Game Costume Marvel (Category: Tech) Implication: Fashion designers can collaborate with cosplayers to create high-end fantasy costumes that appeal to a wider audience. - [Classy Video Game Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bioshock-infinite-cosplay): This BioShock Infinite Cosplay by Ormeli is Right Out of the Video Game (Category: Tech) Implication: The video game industry could potentially leverage the trend of video game cosplay to expand its reach and connect with fans on a more personal level. - [Insanely Accurate Gamer Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dead-space-fans): Dead Space Fans Recreate Character Costumes (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Video game companies can harness the creativity and passion of their fan base to create new revenue streams by licensing and selling official fan-made merchandise. - [Video Game Screenshot Cosplay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-screenshot): These Cosplayers Dress Up and Pose in Similar Game Locations (Category: Tech) Implication: The gaming industry can leverage game screenshot cosplay as a marketing tool to engage fans and promote their games through cosplay collaborations or contests. - [Online Cosplay Marketplaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/costrader): CosTrader Makes Dressing Up for Comic-Con Easier Than Ever (Category: Tech) Implication: Online cosplay marketplaces like CosTrader disrupting traditional brick-and-mortar retailers in the costume and party supply sector. ## Recent trend clusters - [Delegated Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/delegated-interfaces) (Tech) - [Adaptive Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/adaptive-controls) (Tech) - [Desk Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/desk-systems) (Tech) - [Spatial Refinement](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/spatial-refinement) (Tech) ## Trending in Tech - [Decor-Led Home Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decor-led-home-projectors) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) - [Dual-Wavelength Recovery Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joint-therapy) - [Pop-Culture WiFi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-culture-wifi-routers) All articles: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech)