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Tech
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Trend cluster
Category
Revisited
Recreation
Board games are once again capturing consumer attention.
4.4
Trend score
Trend
What is the Revisited Recreation trend?
Revisited Recreation: There's no denying the proliferation of virtual and electronic games, but some consumers are beginning to prefer the retro version of this pastime. Today's board games -- often revamped renditions of traditional board games or reinterpreted electronic games -- provide a simplistic appeal as well as a nostalgic quality by allowing consumers a reversion back to old-school entertainment, tickling the memories of parents and the curiosities of kids.
Trend themes
Themes within the Revisited Recreation trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Themed Board Games
Brands and designers can create board games with a themed and distinctive identity that resonates with audiences' interests.
02
Retro Gaming
The design of vintage and old-school game consoles and board games taps into nostalgia and harks back to a time of simplicity and youth.
03
Humorous Interpretations
Humorous and ironic versions of classic games or pop culture figures engage with audiences and offer a new take on established forms of entertainment.
Industry implications
What the Revisited Recreation trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Toy and Gaming Industry
Industry professionals can design and market themed board games, incorporating humor and nostalgia to appeal to a broad range of consumers.
For
Entertainment and Pop Culture
Pop culture figures and humorous interpretations of iconic games can revolutionize the entertainment industry and broaden its reach.
For
Marketing and Brand Campaigns
Brands can leverage nostalgia and humor to enhance brand recognition and differentiate their products from those of their competitors.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Revisited Recreation
Trend score 4.4 out of 10, from popularity 59%, activity 66%, freshness 8%.
Popularity59%
Activity66%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Evidence
Examples of the Revisited Recreation trend
12 featured examples from Jan 2, 2011 to May 18, 2014CategoryLife-Stages
Vintage Board Game Designs
Tim Liddy Recreates Nostalgic Gaming Memories in Paintings
The art and design industry can leverage the hyperrealistic board game art trend to offer unique and nostalgic artworks that appeal to collectors and enthusiasts.
CategoryTech
Cartoon Character Currency Games
Memeopoly Reinvents the Classic Board Game
The gaming industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by creating more spoof versions of classic board games to cater to the evolving tastes of consumers.
CategoryTech
Gamer-Themed Board Games
Fallout Monopoly Fuses Video and Analog Pastimes Into New Entertainment
The toy and game industry can explore the creation of themed versions of popular products to cater to consumer preferences.
CategoryPop Culture
Poopy Board Games
Figure Out Which Mysterious Poop Blob it is with Guess Poo
Humorous interpretations and re-interpreted products in gaming can lead to disruptive innovation opportunities.
CategoryPop Culture
Gritty Board Game Makeovers
Joe Stone Made This Pulp Fiction Guess Who for a Friend
The graphic design industry can capitalize on the trend of custom board game makeovers by offering their expertise in creating visually appealing and unique game designs.
CategoryPop Culture
Bitter Bird Board Games
The Angry Birds Board Game Brings Angry Avians to Life
Manufacturers in this industry can take advantage of the current trend in board games to create unique physical versions of popular digital games.
CategoryTech
Internet History Board Games
The Guardian Turns Internet History into a Board Game
The education sector can utilize gamification techniques to engage students and make learning more interactive and enjoyable.
CategoryPop Culture
Zombie Survival Board Games
With the Walking Dead Monopoly You Risk Losing More Than Your Money
Manufacturers can tap into the growing demand for unique and immersive board games, specifically in the zombie and horror genre.
CategoryLife-Stages
Board Game Dinner Plates
The Dinner Winner Kids Plate Gets Kids to Eat Everything on Their Plate
Design and manufacture products that make mealtime enjoyable and encourage healthy eating habits in children.
CategoryLife-Stages
Retro Console Board Games
This Shogi Board Game is Designed in the Likes of Nintendo Game Boy
The board game industry has the opportunity to revitalize classic games by modernizing them or creating new games based on nostalgic themes.
CategoryPop Culture
Fantasy Game Tributes
This GOT Version of the Popular Guess Who Game is Humorous
The board game industry can explore opportunities to create innovative versions of classic games by incorporating elements from popular TV series or movies.
CategoryLife-Stages
Sitcom-Inspired Board Games
The Big Bang Theory Clue Puts a Pop Culture Twist on the Classic Game
The board game industry can leverage the popularity of TV sitcoms to develop themed games that appeal to both new and existing audiences, driving sales and fostering brand loyalty.
