# Gamer Exertion A desire for pragmatic play prompts consumers to turn to physical gaming options. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Apr 24, 2014 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/gamer-exertion ## Key Figures - Trend score: 2.1/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Gamer Exertion trend? **Gamer Exertion:** Digital play can often result in a static, and physically inactive lifestyle. Seeking a healthier source of day-to-day amusement, individuals are turning to physically enriching gaming options that encourage exercise and athletic improvement. This reflects a move towards sources of play that help consumers cultivate, rather than detach from, everyday experiences. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 1, 2013 to Apr 20, 2014 - Published: Apr 24, 2014 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Gamer Exertion trend ### Physical gaming Consumers are turning to physically enriching gaming options that encourage exercise and athletic improvement. ### Virtual reality gaming Gamers are seeking a fully immersed gaming experience through virtual reality treadmills that utilize the current technologies. ### Connected sporting equipment Sporting gear is introducing cutting-edge technology for analyzing and improving players' game performance. ## What the Gamer Exertion trend means for industry ### For Fitness The trend towards physical gaming and exercise-oriented gaming systems creates opportunities for fitness industries to integrate interactive technologies into their workouts. ### For Gaming Virtual reality and connected sporting equipment create innovative opportunities for gaming companies to revolutionize the traditional gaming experience. ### For Sporting goods The introduction of connected sporting equipment presents opportunities for sporting goods companies to combine traditional equipment with technology to enhance players' performances and abilities. ## Trend signals for Gamer Exertion Trend score 2.1 out of 10, from popularity 41%, activity 15%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 41% - Activity: 15% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Gamer Exertion trend 5 featured examples from Feb 1, 2013 to Apr 20, 2014. - [High Tech Tennis Rackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tennis-babolat-pure-drive): Babolat Play Pure Drive is Revolutionizing the Game (Category: Tech) Implication: The sports equipment manufacturing industry can capitalize on the trend of connected tennis equipment by developing and producing innovative products that collect and analyze play… - [Video Game-Specialized Treadmills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-reality-treadmill): This Virtual Reality Treadmill Should Be Part of Any Game Room (Category: Tech) Implication: The gaming industry can benefit from the trend of virtual reality treadmills by offering more immersive and physically engaging gaming experiences. - [Swing-Enhancing Baseball Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swing-analyzer): The 'Zepp 3D Baseball Swing Analyzer' Helps Improve Your Game (Category: Tech) Implication: The sports equipment industry can capitalize on the trend of smart sports gear by developing innovative products that enhance athlete performance and provide valuable data. - [Intelligent Game Console Workouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wii-fit-u): The Wii Fit U Features Advanced Monitors to Keep You On-Track (Category: Tech) Implication: Exploring the integration of gaming technology with innovative exercise monitoring systems to create new and engaging fitness experiences for users. - [Exercise-Oriented Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goji-play): Goji Play Aims to Make Cardio More Engaging (Category: Tech) Implication: Opportunity for disruptive innovation in manufacturing fitness equipment that incorporates gaming elements to make workouts more enjoyable. ## 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)