# Pool-Friendly Board Games The Floating Four Across Pool Game is Inspired by the Classic Pastime By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-05-18 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-four-across-pool-game References: [thegreenhead](https://www.thegreenhead.com/2021/05/floating-four-across-pool-game.php) & [frontgate](https://www.frontgate.com/four-across-pool-game/1459409?cjevent=9d06388cb7fa11eb83be00e30a82b820&SourceCode=AF100051741&utm_source=Skimlinks&utm_medium=Affiliates&utm_campaign=default) The Floating Four Across Pool [Game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubeclimbers-board-game) is a new take on the [classic board game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-game-collection) that will offer swimmers with a way to enjoy a round or two outside in the warm weather. The oversized version of the board game is further enhanced by its ability to float, which will enable it to be played in the pool by players of all ages. The game requires participants to try their hand to line up [four of the checker pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/connect-4-frenzy) in either a horizontal, vertical or diagonal manner. The Floating Four Across Pool Game is designed for use in the pool, but can also be played indoors or out on dry land for an oversized gaming experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Pool Game Trends:** Pool games are adapting classic pastimes in new ways to create unique outdoor experiences. - **Oversized Games Trend:** Games are being supersized for a bigger and more immersive experience. - **Innovative Board Game Trend:** Classic board games are being re-imagined in innovative ways to appeal to a wider audience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Industry:** The toy industry has the opportunity to create more games tailored for the pool and outdoor settings. - **Outdoor Leisure Industry:** The outdoor leisure industry has the opportunity to incorporate pool-friendly gaming options into its product offerings. - **Board Game Industry:** The board game industry can capitalize on the trend of innovative game design by creating new versions of classic games that can be played both inside and outside. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Board Game-Inspired Pastimes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-and-table-game.md) - [Digital Marble Tabletop Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funpop-tabletop-pinball-game.md) - [Outdoor Waterslide Drinking Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/what-do-you-meme-slip-sip-flip.md) - [Hybrid Backyard Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backyard-game.md) - [Blockish Oversized Stacking Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-tumble-xl.md) - [Engaging 3D Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foros-game.md) - [Adult-Exclusive Reimagined Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/board-crawl.md) - [Floating Cabana Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/floating-cabana-bar.md) - [Humorous Cocktail-Inspired Pull Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzzballz-pool.md)