# Arcade Inspired Photography Bernard Arce's Photos Capture Real Mortal Kombat By Brian G Randles | Published 2009-09-10 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bernard-arce References: [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/THE-CHEPE-FIGHTING/302366) & [pineapplefields.net](http://www.pineapplefields.net/) Bernard Arce set out to create images which combine elements of the Mass Media and 1990s culture, and place them with a backdrop of a particular city to see how they are represented. In this case the location is the [Main Justice Court](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-electrical-panels) of San Jose, Costa Rica. Bernard Arce’s photos bring back memories of long, quarter-depleting, Mortal Kombat nights in the arcade. They capture the fun and excitement of [1990s video game entertainment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamestation-retro) via real humans. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Arcade-inspired Photography:** There is an opportunity for photographers to capture real-life scenes that recreate the excitement and nostalgia of arcade games. - **Nostalgia Marketing:** Brands can take advantage of consumers' love for nostalgia by creating campaigns that tap into 90s culture and arcade gaming. - **Real-life Gaming Experiences:** There is an opportunity to create real-life gaming experiences that immerse players in the world of arcade games. ### Who This Affects Most - **Photography:** Photographers can use this trend to create images that elicit feelings of nostalgia and excitement. - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can create new experiences that transport players back to the 90s arcade scene. - **Marketing:** Brands can use nostalgia marketing to connect with consumers and create buzz around new products and services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Design-Conscious Arcade Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-basketball-game.md) - [Raw Sports Emotion Artwork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-exhibition.md) - [Miniature Artful Hip-Hop Landmarks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danny-cortes.md) - [Nostalgic 3D-Printed Arcade Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock.md) - [Artfully Crafted Basketball Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-court-1.md) - [Street Burger Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/street-fighter-menu.md) - [Branded Button-Masher Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cold-justice.md) - [Airport-Based Retro Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twilight-of-the-warriors-walled-in.md) - [Vintage Game-Inspired Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higround-1.md)