# Gadget-Adorned Gamer Shoes The Fallout Vault Dweller Dunks are Epic and Apocalyptic By Harris Jay Rosenberg Alterman | Published 2012-03-22 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fallout-vault-dweller-dunks References: [albotas](http://albotas.com/post/19681212985) & [asck.tumblr](http://asck.tumblr.com/) The Fallout Vault Dweller Dunks by Jacob Patterson are the first shoes with a built-in iPod Touch. These custom sneakers are absolutely badass and took Patterson over a year and a half to complete. The shoes are based off the [popular video game series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstationinspired-sneaker) Fallout which is set in a [post-apocalyptic world](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-acg-air-zoom-gaiadome-goretex-digi-camo). This explains the torn-up design and the soldiers painted on each side of the shoes. What makes these kicks truly special though is that they have iPod Touches sewn into the the tongues. Each one is filled with sounds, themes, apps and music that are all related to the Fallout world. The Fallout Vault Dweller Dunks by Jacob Patterson are kicks for only the [most devoted gamers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-classic-clog). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 74% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Gaming Fashion:** Integrating gadgets and popular gaming themes in fashion accessories to attract gaming enthusiasts - **Wearable Technology:** Incorporating technology into fashion and accessories to create unique and interactive experiences - **Customization Culture:** Catering to customers’ desire for unique and personalized products, creating differentiation from mass-produced offerings ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Developing new product lines and designs that cater to the gaming community and integrate wearable technology - **Gaming:** Collaborating with fashion designers to create merchandise that appeals to both gamers and fashion enthusiasts - **Technology:** Partnering with fashion and gaming industries to develop new tech solutions that cater to unique customer desires ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game Console Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-air-snes.md) - [Vintage Video Game-Inspired Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bethesda-pipboy-3000-replica.md) - [Digitally-Collectible Footwear Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fortnite-kicks.md) - [In-Game Digital Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-and-fortnite.md) - [Game Console Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstationinspired-sneaker.md) - [Gamer Heritage Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timberland-x-sega.md) - [Shoe-Shaped PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sneaker-x.md) - [RFID-Enabled Sport Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banbroken-artdesign-sport-shoes.md) - [Game-Inspired Breathable Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraboost-collection.md)