27 Innovations in Portable Games

From Multiplayer Avian Apps to Revived Retro Handhelds

In an era where instant gratification reigns supreme, being able to distract yourself with media on the go, including portable games, is becoming essential to survival. Whether you refuse to be alone with your thoughts, are a serious gamer or are a parent looking to keep your kids busy while traveling (for example), portable video games will come in handy.

These video games on the go take a variety of formats. Some are gaming apps compatible with tablets or smartphones, such as comic book based games or shark attack apps. Others make playing games on movable devices more fun or easier to manage, like gamer-friendly phone sleeves and DIY portable gaming kits. On the other hand, some companies are throwing it back to old school Game Boy-type gadgets including modernized vintage consoles.

SCORE
5.1 out of 10
GENDER
70% Men30% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, South America
GENERATION
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Gen Z (primary audience)
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 86%
Activity 60%
Freshness 8%

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