Category
Tech
Delegated Interfaces
Trend cluster
Category
Strenuous
Gaming
Traditional gaming is adapted with high-intensity accessories.
3.6
Trend score
Trend
What is the Strenuous Gaming trend?
Strenuous Gaming: No longer just an idle activity, gaming has morphed into something that fully immerses and involves each player. Encouraging gamers to fully integrate themselves into the experience, brands are offering devices and accessories that mimic the physical intensity portrayed. This reflects a desire for gaming experiences that go beyond simple storytelling techniques, making gaming the most suited form of paid entertainment for the digital generation.
Trend themes
Themes within the Strenuous Gaming trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Physical Immersion Gaming Accessories
Brands are offering devices and accessories that mimic the physical intensity of gaming to fully immerse gamers in the experience.
02
Advanced Gaming Control Systems
Companies are creating new and innovative tools that enhance a gamer's control over the gaming experience.
03
Virtual Reality Gaming
Developers are creating new virtual reality systems and devices to provide gamers with a more immersive experience.
Industry implications
What the Strenuous Gaming trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Gaming Industry
Game developers and manufacturers can benefit from creating advanced gaming accessories and immersive virtual reality experiences.
For
Consumer Electronics Industry
Companies manufacturing high-tech gadgets can provide gamers with advanced gaming control systems.
For
Sports and Entertainment Industry
Drone racing and other high-tech sports can bring a new level of entertainment to audiences looking for exciting new experiences.
Workshop question
In what ways can you create a more immersive experience for your consumers?
Trend signals
Trend signals for Strenuous Gaming
Trend score 3.6 out of 10, from popularity 60%, activity 41%, freshness 8%.
Popularity60%
Activity41%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X (not a primary audience)
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific
Evidence
Examples of the Strenuous Gaming trend
8 featured examples from Jun 9, 2013 to Jan 29, 2016CategoryTech
Multiplayer Drone Games
'Game of Drones' Will Allow You to Race and Fight Your Friends' Drones
The increasing demand for drones as competitors need advanced and high-quality drone technology such as camera systems, processors, and drone components to boost their performance.
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Projection Gaming Systems
Microsoft RoomAlive Turns Any Room into a Giant Xbox Game
The gaming industry can explore the potential of projection gaming systems to enhance player engagement and immersion.
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Ultra-Fast Gaming Mouse
The Logitech G402 Hyperion Fury FPS Mouse Will Improve Players' Game
The ultra-fast gaming mouse sets a disruptive innovation opportunity that can drive advancements in the gaming accessories industry.
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Interactive Game Projectors
The Lumo Interactive Projector Turns Kids' Rooms Into Playgrounds
The interactive projectors market is expected to see significant growth due to the rise in demand for innovative gaming experiences, as seen with the Lumo Play system.
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VR Gaming Gloves
Manus Machina is Developing a More Intuitive Alternative to the Joystick
The gaming industry could greatly benefit from the inclusion of VR gaming gloves as a new immersive tool for gamers to experience their favorite games.
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Physical Impact Gamer Gear
The ‘ARAIG’ Suit Aims to Add Physical Impact to Video
ARAIG suit is a major advance to anything that is currently on the market today, providing disruptive innovation opportunities for physical-enhancement gaming gear.
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Drone Racing Contests
The Drone Racing League is Inspired By Formula One
Sporting goods companies can explore opportunities in developing specialized equipment for drone racing, such as high-performance drones and virtual reality goggles.
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Aim-Enhancing Gamer Accessories
The HipShotDot Gives You an Always-On Red Dot Sight
The gaming industry can create accessories like HipShotDot to improve the gaming experience and make games more enjoyable for players
