# Pixelated Incident Pistols The '8-Bit Emergency' Defense Requires Duck Hunt Skills By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-09-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8-bit-emergency References: [likecool](http://www.likecool.com/In_Case_Of_8bit_Emergency--Gaming--Gear.html) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/80340164/in-case-of-8bit-emergency) Anything is possible in this crazy world, so who's to say there won't be a time when video games become reality and we, mere pixelated personalities, are forced to defend ourselves? The 'In Case of 8-Bit Emergency' kit is designed for this degree of conceivable disaster, and ready to be used by the nearest [NES](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-pixel-pocket) expert. Where one might expect to see a fire extinguisher, a hose or an emergency axe within a wall-mounted box labeled "Break Glass," he is instead presented with the all-powerful virtual rifle, known best for its adeptness in [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic) Duck Hunt. 'In Case of 8-Bit Emergency' creator Straitwurly has framed this iconic gaming gun to create a comical, captivating and nostalgic conversation piece that could become the best gift you've ever given -- especially if waterfowl eventually turn on us. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Virtual Reality Weapons:** The popularity of virtual reality gaming has laid grounds for exploration into manufacturing virtual reality weapons with varying usage in training or defense. - **Nostalgia Accessories:** The rise of nostalgic trends has opened avenues for businesses to manufacture accessories inspired by iconic video games. - **Survival Kits:** The growing need for safety and preparedness has ignited a trend for creating survival kits that cater to specific niches and unusual scenarios. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming:** The gaming industry could capitalize on developing virtual reality training games for defense personnel and law enforcement agencies. - **Giftware:** Giftware companies could manufacture nostalgic accessories inspired by iconic video games to cater to the growing demand of customers looking for unique gifts. - **Safety:** Safety companies could tap into the survival kit trend by creating kits equipped to deal with specific scenarios such as virtual emergencies or natural disasters. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game-Inspired Dart Blasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nerf-lmtd-halo-needler.md) - [First-Person Vintage-Inspired Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mouse.md) - [Pixelated Gamer Smart Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/govee-pacman-gaming-pixel-light.md) - [Realistic Weaponry Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vir-controller.md) - [Retro Plug-and-Play Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-plug-play-systems.md) - [Compact Retro-Inspired Handhelds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-pixel-pocket.md) - [Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic.md) - [Retro Gaming Room Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-gaming-box.md) - [Action Figure Shooting Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hypercharge-unboxed.md)