# Digitized Tic-Tac-Toe Toys The '4Play' 3D Tic-Tac-Toe Allows for Four Styles of Play By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-10-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-tictactoe References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/tic-tac-toe-player/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/xno/4play?ref=63kggc&utm_source=GadgetFlow&utm_campaign=GadgetFlow) The '4Play' 3D tic-tac-toe device is a multifunctional game toy for those who want to try their hand at a more intense style of gameplay with friends, online or on their own. The unit consists of a 4x4x4 board that is outfitted with a series of LEDs throughout to let players partake in [four main styles of gameplay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/board). This allows users to play with someone they're already with, online with other avid gamers, with friends who are far away or even on your own against the algorithms. The '4Play' 3D tic-tac-toe device features a compact design that works with the [accompanying app](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spin-play) to let users customize the functionality and more. The game aims to bring a [classic pastime into the modern era](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-game-collection) in a way that's easy to start, stimulating and addictive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **3D Gaming Toys:** There is an opportunity for entrepreneurs to create more digitized toys that incorporate an interactive experience. - **Multifunctional Gaming Devices:** Entrepreneurs can capitalize on the trend of creating devices that allow people to play a variety of games in one device. - **Iot Gaming:** As more people embrace IoT devices, there is a growing opportunity for entrepreneurs to create connected gaming devices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy:** The toy industry can capitalize on creating interactive games that young and adults alike may enjoy - **Gaming:** The video gaming industry can expand to include more interactive games that incorporate augmented reality and other engaging features. - **Iot:** The IoT industry can capitalize on developing more connected devices with gaming features that connect in real-time to people across the globe. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Engaging 3D Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foros-game.md) - [Phygital Kids Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tacto.md) - [Intelligent Portable Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eifplay.md) - [Digital Marble Tabletop Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funpop-tabletop-pinball-game.md) - [Digitized Ancient Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/navkakri-strategy-game.md) - [Interactive Gaming Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubiks-wowcube.md) - [Reinvented Disc-Dropping Gameplays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connect-4-frenzy.md) - [Board Game-Inspired Pastimes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-and-table-game.md) - [Strategic Board Gameplay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/witz.md)