# Animated Evolutions 30 Years of Video Game Consoles By Pearl | Published 2008-05-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/30-years-of-video-game-consoles References: [geeksugar](http://www.geeksugar.com/1656769) & [metacafe](http://www.metacafe.com/watch/1330922/the_evolution_of_the_games_console/) It's hard to believe video game consoles have been around for more than 30 years! The video shows the evolution of this entertainment gadget from the Magnavox Oydessy in 1972 to the most recent [Wii](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamestop-retro). We have to remember that each of these were the very latest technology of the time. Do you remember the very first [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-game-boy-concept) back in 1985? It was a [best selling video game console](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-2-1) - 62 million units worldwide. Yet, the graphics look positively childish today. Evolution is good - today's coolest game console will soon enough become dated and we will move on to the next entertainment leader. Enjoy this homage. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro Gaming Resurgence:** Opportunities for companies to capitalize on nostalgia and create modern versions of classic video game consoles and games. - **Virtual Reality Integration:** Innovations in gaming technology that fully immerse players in the game environment. - **Cloud Gaming:** The shift towards cloud-based gaming platforms that allow players to access and play games from any device. ### Who This Affects Most - **Video Game Industry:** Companies in the video game industry can take advantage of retro gaming trends, virtual reality technology, and cloud-based gaming platforms to create new and innovative products. - **Technology Industry:** As advancements are made in virtual reality and cloud computing, there are opportunities for technology companies to create new products and services that enhance the gaming experience. - **Entertainment Industry:** The entertainment industry can explore the possibilities of virtual reality and cloud gaming to offer new and innovative ways for consumers to access and engage with their favorite video games. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heritage-Inspired Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-30th-anniversary-collection.md) - [Retro-Style Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-5-30th-anniversary-limited-edition.md) - [Celebratory Stacking Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-forever.md) - [Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-game-boy-concept.md) - [Freestanding Retro Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vectrex-mini.md) - [Modernized 90s Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-3d-console.md) - [See-Through Cartridge Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modretro-m64.md) - [Handheld Gaming Console Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playfusion.md) - [Millennium-Inspired Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anbernic-rg34xx.md)