# Educational Game Tables This Arcade Game Table Uses Raspberry Pi Technology By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-04-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-game-table References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/pik3a-arcade-game-table-created-using-arduino-and-raspberry-pi-video/) & [blog.adafruit](https://blog.adafruit.com/2016/04/02/pik3a-the-arduino-raspberry-pi-3-ikea-retro-gaming-table-arduinod16/) If you're the kind of person who's interested in game table-based entertainment and also have a thing for Arduino and [Raspberry Pi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunderstick-grs-buildacade) projects, you'll want to check out this incredible game table that has been crafted together from little more than a coffee table purchased from [IKEA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-desk-and-chair). Put together by Spanner Spencer, this game table comes fully equipped with a recycled 17-inch LCD display that promises a ratio of 4:3. The contraption is also incorporated with a four-way ball joystick as well as an Arduino Leonardo micro controller for added control. Ultimately, this [arcade game table](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-arcade-pro) isn't just about entertainment but makes for a great way to help people learn more about Raspberry Pi and the benefits of the kind of computing that it promotes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Educational Game Tables:** An increasing trend in the gaming industry that provides interactive and educational experiences. - **Raspberry Pi Technology:** A trend in electronics and computing industry that offers affordable and versatile technology for DIY projects. - **Arduino Integration:** A growing trend in the electronics industry that combines Arduino microcontrollers with various devices for enhanced control and functionality. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming Industry:** The gaming industry can capitalize on the demand for educational game tables to provide immersive and interactive learning experiences for players. - **Electronics Industry:** The electronics industry can explore the potential of Raspberry Pi technology for creating innovative and cost-effective DIY projects and devices. - **Education Industry:** The education industry can incorporate game-based learning and Raspberry Pi technology to engage students in interactive and educational experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [DIY Arcade Game Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunderstick-grs-buildacade.md) - [Pocket-Friendly Games Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketfriendly-games-console.md) - [Digital Marble Tabletop Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funpop-tabletop-pinball-game.md) - [Gaming Console Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-cart-coffe-table.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pac-man-side-table.md) - [Retro Handheld Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pilet-5.md) - [Hybrid Party Game Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiburon-tables.md) - [Microcontroller Device Integrations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raspberry-pi-2.md) - [Subtly Smart Dining Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etto-table.md)