# Portable TV Gaming Consoles The GameStick Console Fits in Your Pocket By Kyle Towers | Published 2013-01-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamestick-console References: [bitrebels](http://www.bitrebels.com/technology/tv-gaming-gadget-of-2013/) & [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/872297630/gamestick-the-most-portable-tv-games-console-ever) Introducing GameStick, the game-changing [portable TV gaming system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-plug-play-systems). Created by PlayJam, the GameStick console can be [housed within a controller](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mangmi) and it eliminates the need for wiring. What sets it apart is in its ability to be transferred to any available television, whether it be your prized 50 inch LED or the old reliable tube TV in your parent's basement. As for gaming, the GameStick console uses an open platform system with Android which will allow access to games from a variety of sources and will be welcoming for independent developers to easily add their own games. This nomadic gaming device is also [very affordable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/konkr-pocket-fit-elite) and promises access to free and very inexpensive games. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Portable Gaming Consoles:** Developing compact and lightweight gaming consoles that can be easily carried for gaming on-the-go. - **Wireless Gaming Systems:** Creating gaming devices that eliminate wiring and can be easily transferred and connected to any available television. - **Open Platform Gaming:** Designing gaming systems with open platform technology that allows access to a variety of games from different sources, including independent developers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming:** Creating innovative gaming devices and systems that offer users mobility, convenience, and an affordable gaming experience. - **Consumer Electronics:** Designing new and innovative consumer electronic devices that leverage emerging technologies and deliver convenience, mobility, and affordability to users. - **Software Development:** Developing innovative software and gaming applications that are compatible with open platform technology and can be accessed from various sources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mobile Retro-Inspired Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-gamestation-go.md) - [Petite Android-Powered Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayaneo-pocket-air-mini.md) - [Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-arcade-gamestation-portable.md) - [Android-Powered Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-g-gaming-handheld.md) - [Digitized Board Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/board-game-consoles.md) - [Industrial Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocketman-p1.md) - [Plug-and-Play Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-console-x2.md) - [Low-Cost Mobile Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cloud-gaming-console.md) - [Ultra-Compact Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genki-covert-dock.md)