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# Candy-Filled Gaming Experiences
HI-CHEW is Integrated in Fortnite for a Limited Time

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-10-13 | Marketing
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candy-filled-gaming
References: [percivalnews.biz.id](https://percivalnews.biz.id/hi-chew-creates-a-candy-filled-gameplay-experience-with-limited-time-integrations-in-fortnite/) & [HI-CHEW](http://HI-CHEW.com)

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As October ushers in the month of candy with Halloween festivities, HI-[CHEW](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hichew-dessert-mix) is taking the sweet celebrations to the metaverse by offering a candy-filled gaming experience within Fortnite. This activation marks the first time that HI-CHEW will be fully integrated into a gaming experience, and the brand will be featured in three popular Fortnite mini-games: Hiding Game, Lucky Blocks and Troll Free For All.

Within the world of Fortnite, players will encounter HI-CHEW branded power-up blocks, pushcarts, special hiding spots and other surprises to enhance their gameplay experiences.

"With more than half of Fortnite's audience falling into the Gen Z demographic," said Teruhiro Kawabe, Chief Representative for the [USA](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-candy) & President, CEO of [Morinaga America](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hichew-gummies), "This integration allows us to reach our target consumers in a more fun, engaging and meaningful way while they are consuming entertainment."

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.3/10
- Popularity: 36% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 18%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Candy-filled Gaming Experiences:** HI-CHEW is fully integrated into the gaming experience of Fortnite, offering candy-filled fun for players.
- **Metaverse Brand Activations:** Brands like HI-CHEW are exploring the metaverse as a new marketing platform, integrating their products into popular games like Fortnite.
- **Interactive In-game Advertising:** In-game advertising opportunities are expanding, with brands like HI-CHEW creating interactive experiences within games to engage with consumers.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Gaming:** The gaming industry provides a platform for brands like HI-CHEW to create immersive and interactive experiences for players.
- **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can leverage the popularity of gaming to reach target consumers through unique brand integrations.
- **Advertising and Marketing:** Advertising and marketing professionals can explore new opportunities in interactive in-game advertising, as demonstrated by HI-CHEW's integration in Fortnite.

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