# AR Anime Dates In Addition to Dinner Dates, the Dine App Encourages Couples to Catch Pokemon By Alyson Wyers | Published 2016-07-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinner-dates References: [techcrunch](https://techcrunch.com/2016/07/29/dating-apps-attach-themselves-to-the-pokemon-craze/) & [itunes.apple](https://itunes.apple.com/ca/app/dine-more-dates-not-swipes/id964735828?mt=8) This dating app focuses specifically on getting people to chat less and go on more dinner dates, and now it also offers a Pokemon catching feature. Japanese startup Dine launched in North America last spring to much acclaim, including Best New App from The App Store and praise from publications such as Refinery29 and Business Insider. Although it distinguished itself from [Tinder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinder-explore) and [similar chat-focused dating apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/when-we-first), it's bringing digital distractions back into the mix by introducing a feature inspired by the [Pokemon Go phenomenon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pokemon-go-1). Other dating apps have sprung up around this viral video game app (including PokeMatch), but this one integrates an option for potential dates to connect over their interest in the augmented reality game. Now, Dine users can indicate they're interested in catching Pokemon during their first date and foregoing the traditional dinner dates that popularized the app. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **AR Dating:** Integrating augmented reality experiences into dating apps to enhance the user experience. - **Digital Distractions:** Incorporating popular digital trends, such as Pokemon Go, into non-related industries to attract new customers. - **Game-inspired Features:** Adding game-inspired features to dating apps to create a unique and engaging platform for users. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Dating Apps:** Exploring new features and experiences that can be integrated into dating apps to attract a wider user base. - **Augmented Reality:** Leveraging augmented reality technology to create innovative and interactive experiences across different industries. - **Entertainment:** Integrating popular entertainment elements, like video games, into various industries to increase customer engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gamified Feature Dating Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cued-up.md) - [Augmented Reality Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campfire.md) - [Restaurant-Collaborating Dating Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frome-dating-app.md) - [Real-World Connection Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dayone-irl-dating-app.md) - [Interactive Gamified Restaurant Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baoverse-app.md) - [Dater Dining Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dining-guides.md) - [Date Planning Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/date-planning-app.md) - [AI-Powered Dating Simulators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-game-game.md) - [AI Avatar Dating Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snack-app.md)