# Retrofied DJ Games 8-Bit DJ Hero Puts an Old-School Spin on the New-School Hit By Michael Hines | Published 2010-12-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8-bit-dj-hero References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2010/11/30/8-bit-dj-hero-remake-available-now-ray-parker-jr-never-sounde/) & [ericruthgames](http://www.ericruthgames.com/) If you want to see retro done right, you've got to check out '8-bit DJ Hero.' This game was made by Eric Ruth and is an 8-bit remake of what DJ Hero would look like if it were made for the [NES](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-source-games-console). The 8-bit DJ Hero game features NES-quality sound and graphics and only two buttons on which to scratch and spin with. Despite the technical downgrade, the game looks incredibly fun to play and can actually be downloaded for free. Check out the demo video above. Hipsters, *this* is how you do retro. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Gaming:** Developing new games or recreating old ones with a retro twist is an opportunity to reach different audiences. - **Simplicity in Video Games:** Designing video games with fewer buttons or controls can attract a wider range of players and inspire unique gameplay opportunities. - **Nostalgia Marketing:** Creating products that evoke nostalgia in consumers can be a successful marketing strategy, particularly with younger demographics. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Video Games:** Exploring retro video game designs or new ways to simplify games can create innovative products in the industry. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Designing campaigns featuring nostalgic products can be a successful strategy, particularly with millennial and Gen Z audiences. - **Music Production Technology:** Developing new hardware or software products with a simplified interface inspired by retro designs can create disruptive innovation in the music tech industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic.md) - [Tiny Retro Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-source-games-console.md) - [Revived Retro Arcade Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nes-version.md) - [Retro-Futuristic DJ Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opj-dj-console.md) - [Nostalgic Retro Music Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-mixtape-kit.md) - [Browser Game Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retrogames.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Console Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-radio.md) - [Compact Retro-Inspired Handhelds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-pixel-pocket.md) - [Retro Audio Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-cube-2.md)