# Retro Game SmartPhone Covers These Fun iPhone Cases Double as Protection and Portable Toys By Alyson Wyers | Published 2013-07-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fun-iphone-cases References: [gizmodiva](http://gizmodiva.com/mobile_phones/the-elecom-playgame-case-for-iphone-5-your-phones-back-has-never-been-this-interesting.php) & [acgears](http://www.acgears.com/mobile/iphone-protection/elecom-playgame-case-for-iphone-5) These fun [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soolra) cases are great for passing the time. Whether you are waiting in line and need something to do, or you want to play a game on your phone but the battery is about to die, these clever covers double as a [portable retro game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayaneo-pocket-ace). The Elecom PlayGame Case comes in five different styles: Pink Pachinko, Orange Maze, Yellow 15 Puzzle, Blue Drop Ball and Green Sort Ball. The variety gives you the option of picking your favorite games or colors, so you can change it up if a specific style becomes tiresome. Fun iPhone cases like these are also great for road trips or if you have young ones in your life who want to play with your phone. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Retro Game Smartphone Cases:** Smartphone cases that double as portable retro games. - **Mobile Gaming Accessories:** Accessories that enhance the gaming experience on mobile devices. - **Phone Protection and Entertainment:** Phone cases that offer protection while also providing entertainment options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Smartphone Accessories:** Opportunities for innovation in the creation of smartphone accessories. - **Mobile Gaming Industry:** Creating games and accessories specifically tailored for mobile devices. - **Consumer Electronics:** Combining multiple functions in a single product for consumer convenience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Gaming Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-phone-case.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Charger Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-w5-silicone-cover.md) - [Gaming-Inspired Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-3-case.md) - [Retro Gaming Smartphone Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soolra.md) - [Retro Computer-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-c1.md) - [Retro Gaming Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-boy.md) - [Power-Providing LED Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starcase.md) - [Millennium Gamer Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-ws-m5-charging-stand.md) - [Charging-Friendly Smartphone Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-gaming-controller.md)