# Game Franchise-Themed Keyboards Higround Unveils Exclusive Street Fighter Keyboard Collection By Mickey Phoon | Published 2023-04-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-franchisethemed-keyboard References: [animenewsnetwork](https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2023-04-17/street-fighter-keyboards-hit-higround-store-internationally-on-april-19/.196987)  Capcom and [Higround](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hideo-kojima) have revealed its latest game franchise-themed keyboard collection of the popular Street Fighter media franchise. Higround’s Senior Director of Product Albert Jin said: "We are proud to partner with CAPCOM to develop this line of premium Street Fighter™ keyboards which pay homage to the cornerstone of gaming culture." The keyboard collection will feature two iterations of the [Basecamp 65](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higround-1) keyboard and two of the [Summit 65](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higround-2) keyboard, one of which will be exclusively sold only in Japan. The standout keyboard is Higround's flagship product, the Summit 65, which features a full CNC aluminum case with Poron foam, RGB lighting, and a graphic switch. Keycap graphics will also feature either Street Fighter's Akuma or a classic fight scene between Ryu and Chun-Li. The collection will also consist of XL mousepads, jelly bags, and apparel. The keyboard collection will be available on April 19. Image Credit: Street Fighter X Higround ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gaming-themed Keyboards:** Expanding market for other game franchises to develop similar collections. - **Collaborations Between Game Franchises and Accessory Brands:** Opportunity for more game franchises to partner with brands to develop exclusive products. - **Premium Customizable Keyboards:** Growing demand for high-end and customizable tech products presents innovation opportunities. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** Opportunity for other gaming peripheral brands to develop collaborations with game franchises. - **Tech Accessories:** Opportunity for accessory brands to create high-end customizable products for other niche markets. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Opportunity to develop merchandise collections for niche markets with a dedicated fan base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vintage Game-Inspired Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higround-1.md) - [Game-Themed Retro Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higround-2.md) - [Developer-Inspired Keyboard Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hideo-kojima.md) - [Collaborative Translucent Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prix-workshop.md) - [Gaming-Themed Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kojima-productions-x-higround-collection.md) - [Retro Cartoon Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/higround-x-sega.md) - [Game-Themed Controller Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/razer-kitsune-fighters-edition-akuma.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Computer Peripherals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halo-video-game-franchise.md) - [Anime-Inspired Keyboard Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animeinspired-keyboard-collections.md)