# Videogame-Inspired Snow Sculptures A Final Fantasy Snow Sculpture is at the Sapporo Snow Festival By Justin Lam | Published 2018-02-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/final-fantasy-snow-sculpture References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/2/final-fantasy-snow-sculpture-japan) & [asahi](http://www.asahi.com/ajw/articles/AJ201802050029.html) A Final Fantasy snow sculpture has debuted as the main centerpiece at Japan's annual Sapporo Snow Festival. The impressive sculpture stands 49.2-feet tall and features a design inspired by the classic fourteenth iteration in videogame series. Carved into the snow is a fierce dragon facing off against and armored Dragoon warrior. The sculpture is accompanied by a projection map of the game's world and audio playing the iconic Final Fantasy music. The impressive Final Fantasy snow sculpture was built with assistance from the [Japanese Ground Self Defense Forces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sora-q) 11th Artillery Unit, and is currently on display in the festival center at Odori Park. [Final Fantasy XIV producer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/final-fantasy-vii-remake-x-avirex) Naoki Yoshida debuted the sculpture during the festival's opening ceremony. This is the second consecutive year there has been a Final Fantasy instillation at the festival as a [Final Fantasy VII display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/final-fantasy-vii-rebirth-pc) was show last year. Image Credit: Twitter: @sary19720910, @0906_zeus ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Videogame-inspired Snow Sculptures:** Opportunity for videogame companies to collaborate with art festivals to bring a new dimension to gaming experiences. - **Projection Mapping in Art Installations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity in the art industry to incorporate projection mapping technologies into sculptures and installations. - **Collaborative Projects Between Military and Art Institutions:** Opportunity to develop creative projects and events that unite military personnel with the local art community. ### Who This Affects Most - **Video Gaming:** Opportunities for video game companies to collaborate with artists to enhance their gaming experiences and reach a wider range of audiences. - **Art and Culture:** Opportunities for art institutions to incorporate projection mapping technologies into their work to create immersive and interactive art experiences. - **Military and Defense:** Opportunities to use military resources and personnel for creative projects and events that bring together different types of communities and showcase their skills. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game-Themed Cold Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gong-cha-x-final-fantasy.md) - [Game-Inspired Gaming Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/final-fantasy-vii-rebirth1.md) - [Video Game-Themed Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/final-fantasy-xiv-whiskeys.md) - [Game-Inspired Ice Cream Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tsun-scoops.md) - [Elaborate Winter Activities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-city-of-harbin.md) - [Game-Themed Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/square-enix-1.md) - [Video Game Cookie Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/final-fantasy-vii-rebirth.md) - [Anime Robot Replica Statues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/59foottall-gundam.md) - [Fantastical Dynamic Game Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/final-fantasy-14.md)