# Geeky Compact Staplers The 'Pac-Man' Stapler is the Perfect Functional Gamer Tool By Paul Maccarone | Published 2013-08-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamer-tool References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/342843846306044589/Pac-Man-Stapler) The '[Pac-Man](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woobles-pacman-crochet-kit)' stapler may not be the most traditional gamer tool, but make no mistake, this geeky stapler is legitimately awesome. The [iconic yellow design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-x-pacman) of the ever-hungry legendary gaming character makes the perfect design for a functional stapler. Being able to open and close the mouth of the yellow creature will bring back memories of chomping through the various levels of the game. This gamer tool is made out of yellow silicone that is smooth to the touch and soft enough to be durable. The 'Pac-Man' stapler is refillable and comes with two rows of staplers at the initial purchase. This [retro gaming design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-retro-wireless-mechanical-keyboard) will be a huge hit with gaming fans all over the world and along with that, it will also be a riot to use. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Gaming Design:** Opportunity for creating more functional and nostalgic products with retro gaming-inspired designs. - **Geeky Office Supplies:** Potential market for unique and novelty office supplies that appeal to geeky and gaming audiences. - **Functional Gamer Tools:** Growing demand for functional tools and accessories that incorporate gaming elements. ### Where This Applies - **Office Supplies:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the office supplies industry by creating unique, geeky products. - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for incorporating gaming elements into consumer electronics, such as gaming-themed staplers. - **Gaming Merchandise:** Potential for expanding the gaming merchandise market with functional and nostalgic products like the 'Pac-Man' stapler. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game-Inspired Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pac-man-side-table.md) - [Pillow-Like Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade1up-pacman-couchcade.md) - [Pixelated Gamer Smart Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/govee-pacman-gaming-pixel-light.md) - [Video Game Crochet Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woobles-pacman-crochet-kit.md) - [Retro Gaming Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamestation-retro.md) - [Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-arcade-gamestation-portable.md) - [Gamified Cookie Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-pacman.md) - [Micro-Sized Gaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-gaming-device.md) - [Korean Game-Inspired Desk Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playful-desk-accessories.md)