# Strenuous Gaming Traditional gaming is adapted with high-intensity accessories. By [Tana Makmanee](https://www.trendhunter.com/tmak), SVP, Research Services at Trend Hunter | Published Jun 25, 2015 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/intensive-gaming ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.6/10 - Evidence articles: 8 ## 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. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 8 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 9, 2013 to Jan 29, 2016 - Published: Jun 25, 2015 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Strenuous Gaming trend ### Physical Immersion Gaming Accessories Brands are offering devices and accessories that mimic the physical intensity of gaming to fully immerse gamers in the experience. ### Advanced Gaming Control Systems Companies are creating new and innovative tools that enhance a gamer's control over the gaming experience. ### Virtual Reality Gaming Developers are creating new virtual reality systems and devices to provide gamers with a more immersive experience. ## What the Strenuous Gaming trend means for industry ### For 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 for Strenuous Gaming Trend score 3.6 out of 10, from popularity 60%, activity 41%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 60% - Activity: 41% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Strenuous Gaming trend 8 featured examples from Jun 9, 2013 to Jan 29, 2016. - [Multiplayer Drone Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drone-games): 'Game of Drones' Will Allow You to Race and Fight Your Friends' Drones (Category: Tech) Implication: 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. - [Projection Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-roomalive): Microsoft RoomAlive Turns Any Room into a Giant Xbox Game (Category: Tech) Implication: The gaming industry can explore the potential of projection gaming systems to enhance player engagement and immersion. - [Ultra-Fast Gaming Mouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultrafast-gaming-mouse): The Logitech G402 Hyperion Fury FPS Mouse Will Improve Players' Game (Category: Tech) Implication: The ultra-fast gaming mouse sets a disruptive innovation opportunity that can drive advancements in the gaming accessories industry. - [Interactive Game Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-projector): The Lumo Interactive Projector Turns Kids' Rooms Into Playgrounds (Category: Tech) Implication: 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. - [VR Gaming Gloves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manus-machina): Manus Machina is Developing a More Intuitive Alternative to the Joystick (Category: Tech) Implication: 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. - [Physical Impact Gamer Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/araig): The ‘ARAIG’ Suit Aims to Add Physical Impact to Video (Category: Tech) Implication: ARAIG suit is a major advance to anything that is currently on the market today, providing disruptive innovation opportunities for physical-enhancement gaming gear. - [Drone Racing Contests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drone-racing-league): The Drone Racing League is Inspired By Formula One (Category: Tech) Implication: Sporting goods companies can explore opportunities in developing specialized equipment for drone racing, such as high-performance drones and virtual reality goggles. - [Aim-Enhancing Gamer Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hipshotdot): The HipShotDot Gives You an Always-On Red Dot Sight (Category: Tech) Implication: The gaming industry can create accessories like HipShotDot to improve the gaming experience and make games more enjoyable for players ## 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)