# Animal Skin Game Consoles Alligator XBOX By Cowbag | Published 2008-08-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alligaor-skin-xbox-more-customisation-of-games-consoles References: [walyou](http://www.walyou.com/blog/2008/05/19/alligator-skin-is-probably-one-of-the-best-shells-for-xbox-360/) & [forums.llamma](http://forums.llamma.com/viewtopic.php?t=17211) [XBox](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-wireless-controller) consoles no longer just have to be the standard-out-of-the box types, as proven by this alligator skin XBox. Yes, I moan about cliche branding of goods ([The Dark Knight XBox](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doom-the-dark-ages-xbox) being a recent example) but this piece of customization is unquestionably cool, however, it could offend animal rights activists. This skin is in fact made of real alligator skin. I am not sure about you, but that eye scares the life out of me. It kind of fixes you with a steely glaze, and if that does not put you off your game playing, I don't know what will. It is not made from a real dead alligator, but I still feel glamorizing the use of alligator skin like this makes it a bit wrong. It's actually a real shame as I would love to get this for my XBox, but alas, my morals wont allow it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Customized Game Consoles:** The trend of customizing game consoles with unique materials or designs opens up opportunities for personalized gaming experiences. - **Ethical Consumerism:** The increasing concerns about animal cruelty among consumers create a market for ethical alternatives in the gaming industry. - **Eco-friendly Gaming Accessories:** The demand for environmentally friendly and sustainable materials in gaming accessories presents an opportunity for innovation and disruption. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can capitalize on the trend of customized game consoles by offering a wide range of unique and personalized options to gamers. - **Fashion and Luxury:** The fashion and luxury industries can explore ethical alternatives to animal skin, such as faux materials, for creating luxury gaming accessories and customized products. - **Sustainable Materials:** The use of eco-friendly and sustainable materials in gaming accessories can create a new market segment for companies specializing in eco-conscious manufacturing and design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Personalized Artful Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nak-studio.md) - [High-Fashion Video Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/balenciaga-snake-game.md) - [Stylish Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-wireless-controller.md) - [Bold Gaming-Inspired Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-x-crocs.md) - [Celebratory Automotive Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-x-xbox-consoles.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spongebob-squarepants-xbox-series-x.md) - [Comic-Inspired Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xmen-97-xbox.md) - [Gilded Gradient Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-wireless-controller-gold-shadow.md) - [Game-Themed Console Skins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dbrand-clone-of-the-kingdom.md)