# 8-bit Hockey Draft Picks This 8-bit First Overall Pick Image Brings Back Fond NHL 94 Memories By Andrew Sztein | Published 2013-02-12 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bit-hockey References: [sports.yahoo](http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nhl-puck-daddy/incredible-8-bit-draft-picks-poster-commemorates-hockey-141332737--nhl.html) & [sixsix8](http://www.sixsix8.com/2013/02/8-bit-nhl-draft-picks/) Hockey fans who grew up playing 16 and 8-bit hockey games like Blades of Steel or NHL 94 will get a major kick out of this beautiful image celebrating [hockey's brightest rookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-espn-chirpline). The image designed by graphic design company Sixsix8 not only commemorates every single first overall draft pick in the NHL's history from 1963 to 2012, but does it in gloriously [nostalgic fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hockey-song). Not only are the 8-bit hockey designs of the players sharp and fun, but are even instantly recognizable on a team by team basis. If you can name all the players just by looking at the image without referencing the player list at the bottom, then I need to congratulate you on your ridiculous level of hockey commitment. If you're that big of a hockey or video game geek, then it's only natural to nerd out over some 8-bit hockey goodness. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nostalgic Gaming Art:** Graphic design company Sixsix8 creates 8-bit gaming artwork to evoke a sense of nostalgia and appeal to fans of retro video games. - **Sports Memorabilia Collecting:** This 8-bit hockey image appeals to sports memorabilia collectors as a unique and visually appealing piece that celebrates hockey's history. - **Retro Gaming Revival:** The popularity of 8-bit game-inspired artwork showcases a growing interest and demand for retro gaming experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Graphic Design:** Graphic design companies like Sixsix8 have an opportunity to offer unique and nostalgic designs for sports and gaming enthusiasts. - **Sports Memorabilia:** This 8-bit hockey image presents an opportunity for sports memorabilia retailers to offer a collectible item that appeals to hockey fans and retro gaming enthusiasts. - **Gaming Merchandise:** Companies in the gaming merchandise industry can capitalize on the demand for retro gaming experiences by offering 8-bit themed artwork and products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cheesy Basketball Statues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-nhl-allstar-weekend.md) - [Hockey Player Packaging Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/molson-drai.md) - [Branded Hockey Card Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greatest-duos-trading-card-set.md) - [Hockey-Inspired Collaborative Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prime-monday-night-hockey.md) - [Hockey-Inspired Pizza Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hockey-box.md) - [Active Wearable Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/active-wearable-tech.md) - [Trading Card-Themed Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garbage-pail-kids-1.md) - [Hockey Fan-Targeted Beers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-deal-brewing.md) - [Fan-Focused Hockey Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-espn-chirpline.md)