# Modernized Gaming Discerning consumers turn to modernized versions of gaming classics. By [Courtney Scharf](https://www.trendhunter.com/Courtney), Chief Client Officer | Published Jan 19, 2016 | Category: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/life-stages) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/modernized-gaming ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.0/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Modernized Gaming trend? **Modernized Gaming:** Adding an unexpected element of sophistication to the category, board games are getting a hyper-modernized update, resulting in products that are almost unrecognizable. This artful approach to games broadens the appeal of these products to a more mature audience to accommodate the average gamer, who is in fact in their mid-to-late 30s. This pattern also falls in line with the increasingly popular approach to consumerism where consumers' are looking to acquire fewer, better quality items. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Dec 18, 2014 to Dec 1, 2015 - Published: Jan 19, 2016 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Instant Entrepreneurship](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/instant-entrepreneurship), [Gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/gamification), [Nostalgia](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/nostalgia) ## Audience - Gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Modernized Gaming trend ### Modernized Board Games Discerning consumers seek for modernized versions of classic board games. ### Artful Approach An artful approach to board game design is gaining popularity. ### Luxurious Board Gaming Luxurious and modern materials are being used to create upscale board gaming products. ## What the Modernized Gaming trend means for industry ### For Gaming Industry Board game manufacturers can re-imagine classic board games using modern and luxurious materials. ### For Art Industry Art aficionados can appreciate modernized board games that take inspiration from cubism and other art movements. ### For Design Industry Designers can explore the trend of an artful approach to board game design to create visually striking products. ## Workshop question What nostalgic elements can you modernize to entice both younger and older consumer targets? ## Trend signals for Modernized Gaming Trend score 3.0 out of 10, from popularity 33%, activity 48%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 33% - Activity: 48% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Modernized Gaming trend 5 featured examples from Dec 18, 2014 to Dec 1, 2015. - [Industrial Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-chess-set): This Portable Chess Set Makes It Easy to Set Up a Game Anywhere (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Innovative and high-quality portable chess sets can disrupt the toy and game industry by providing a new type of product that is both practical and entertaining. - [Cityscape Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chess-game): This 3D-Printed Chess Game Features Pieces Inspired by Milan's City Skyline (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Further capitalizing on the growing demand for tabletop board games by creating unique and intricate game pieces - [Complex Multiplayer Boardgames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/three-player-chess-set): This Three Player Chess Set Will Enhance the Game for Experts (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity to produce advanced and unconventional boardgames. - [Cubism-Inspired Game Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artistic-chess-sets): This Artistic Chess Set Draws Inspiration from Modern Art (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity for game designers to explore unconventional game piece designs. - [Brass Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tic-tac-toe-set): This Lush Tic Tac Toe Set Gives the Classic Game a Swank New Look (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Luxury brands and designers can capitalize on the demand for high-end game sets to create exclusive and opulent products. ## Recent trend clusters - [Constructible Franchises](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/constructible-franchises) (Life-Stages) - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Life-Stages - [Retro Graphic Tees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nostalgic-graphic-tees) - [Screen-Free Kids Phones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screen-free-kids-phones) - [Edible Oil-Based Lubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coco-lube) - [Women's Health-Focused Probiotic Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womens-health-probiotic-capsules) All articles: [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages)