# Pixelated Gamer Car Decals This Mosaic Design Uses Tiles to Recreate Gaming Characters on Vehicles By M | Published 2015-11-25 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/car-decal References: [instructables](http://www.instructables.com/id/Mosaic-Tile-Pixel-Art-Car/) & [instructables](http://www.instructables.com) Consumers often add personalized touches to their vehicles and this homemade car decal tutorial allows fans of video games to add an 8-bit design of their favorite characters using mosaic tiling. The effect transforms a vehicle into a replica of a [retro video game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock) and can be easily customized to suit a variety of preferences. This version of the decal is inspired by the vintage game Invader that is known for its [pixelated graphics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bearista-game). Mosaic tiles are collected in the necessary colors and arranged to recreate the characters, villains and settings of the outer space universe. The titles are attached to the car using a silicone adhesive along the back bumper. Customization is an important aspect to many young vehicle owners and adding a personalized touch with an at-home tutorial simplifies that process. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Personalized Vehicle Design:** Consumers are continuously seeking customization in their purchases, which provides an opportunity for companies to offer products or services that allow them to personalize their vehicles. - **Retro Gaming Nostalgia:** With the increasing popularity of retro gaming, companies can offer products that incorporate classic video game designs into everyday products. - **DIY Vehicle Modifications:** Providing consumers with tutorials to make personalized modifications to their vehicles generates opportunities for companies to offer tools, materials, or other DIY customization products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive:** Automotive companies can offer customization options for new car purchases or provide aftermarket personalization products to tap into the growing demand. - **Video Gaming:** Companies in the gaming industry can offer merchandise and accessories inspired by classic video games to appeal to the growing nostalgia market. - **Craft and DIY:** Craft and DIY companies can create products that enable consumers to easily personalize their vehicles, such as customizable decals, stickers, and other DIY materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game-Inspired Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interoid-ev.md) - [Game Style Navigation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/need-for-speed-mini-map.md) - [Personalized Artful Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nak-studio.md) - [Pixelated Tile Toy Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/click-tile-construction-set.md) - [Colorful Retro Pixel Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-mirror.md) - [Opulent Arcade Culture Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollsroyce-black-badge-ghost-gamer.md) - [Video Game-Like Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milano-vision-gt.md) - [Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-art-collection.md) - [Vibrant Tile Stickers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vinyl-tile-stickers.md)