Category
World
Layered Getaways
Trend cluster
Category
Gamer
Tourism
Heightening gaming experiences, consumers turn to high-tech tourism destinations.
3.8
Trend score
Trend
What is the Gamer Tourism trend?
Gamer Tourism: As gaming continues to grow in popularity, individuals are looking to more than just their consoles and mobile apps for entertainment. Consumers are turning to travel destinations like Japan to engage in more exclusive travel tailored to their specific interests. Using technology and personalized themes to create a user-friendly environment, this gaming tourism speaks to a shift toward more specialized forms of travel.
Trend themes
Themes within the Gamer Tourism trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Specialized Travel
As consumers seek more personalized and theme-based travel experiences, businesses can offer gaming-focused travel destinations that cater specifically to gamers.
02
Gamer-Tailored Venues
There has been a rise in demand for permanent, highly-customized venues for gamers, creating a need for dedicated gaming stadiums and eateries that mimic the gaming experience.
03
Gamer-Centered Accommodations
Travelers are seeking new, innovative accommodations that offer unique perks, such as hotels outfitted with gaming systems that cater to them.
Industry implications
What the Gamer Tourism trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Travel and Tourism
As specialized travel becomes more popular among consumers, travel and tourism businesses can create gaming-focused travel experiences and destinations that cater to gamers.
For
Gaming and Esports
The rise of dedicated gaming venues, eateries and accommodations presents an opportunity for entrepreneurs to expand and innovate in the gaming and esports industry.
For
Hospitality and Entertainment
Businesses in the hospitality and entertainment industries can explore ways to incorporate gaming and esports into their offerings, such as themed restaurants and hotels outfitted with gaming systems.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Gamer Tourism
Trend score 3.8 out of 10, from popularity 53%, activity 54%, freshness 8%.
Popularity53%
Activity54%
Freshness8%
Audience
70%Men
30%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Gamer Tourism trend
7 featured examples from Oct 6, 2013 to Jan 25, 2016CategoryTech
Professional Gamer Cafes
The Alienware Internet Cafe in China is Like Entering the Matrix
The gaming and esports industry stands to benefit from the introduction of professional gamer cafes that offer unique gaming experiences to their customers.
CategoryTech
Anime Pop-Up Shops
A Pop-Up Shop in Paris Opened to Promote Pokemon X and Y
Opportunities exist for retailers to create limited-edition pop-up shops that cater to specific fandoms or cultural trends.
CategoryTech
Gamer-Specific Stadiums
Permanent Arenas will Put Professional Gaming in the Public Eye
The development of gaming-specific stadiums may represent the potential convergence of traditional and video gaming entertainment markets.
CategoryTech
Iconic Gamer Eateries
The Eorza Cafe is a Restaurant Inspired by Final Fantasy XIV
Opportunity for creating new restaurant concepts inspired by popular culture references, such as video games.
CategoryTech
Ping Pong-Playing Robots
This Robot Can Engage In Long Ping Pong Rallies
Creating innovative robots for entertainment and sports applications.
CategoryTech
Geeky Gaming Hotels
The Arcade Hotel in Amsterdam Features Rooms Outfitted with Gaming Systems
The hospitality industry can explore the opportunity of offering customized accommodations and integrating gaming consoles to cater to a niche consumer base.
CategoryAutos
Advanced Race Driving Simulators
The Porsche 996 GT3 Virtual Simulator is as Real as it Gets
Incorporating advanced virtual driving experiences into the gaming and entertainment industry to enhance users' immersion and enjoyment.
