# Geek Pumpkins Jack o' Lanterns for Gamers By Cowbag | Published 2008-10-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-inspired-pumpkins-halloween-decoration-gamer-geek-style References: [kotaku](http://kotaku.com/gaming/notag/probably-the-best-mario-pumpkin-weve-ever-seen-312648.php) You can always rely on geeks to come up with something snazzy on holidays, and these gamers haven't disappointed for Halloween with these carved pumpkins. These [game-inspired Jack o' Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haunted-mansion-experience) are quite creative. Naturally, characters like [Pac-Man](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-x-pacman-collection) have a shape that makes them perfect for a pumpkin, but some of the selections in this gallery aren't as obvious, like the [Wii controller](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halo-video-game-franchise). **Implications** - The stereotype of geeks has shifted from something to be embarrassed about to something that should be embraced. Ideas such as geek pumpkins have become widely popular over the past few years. These ideas allow members of the nerdier behavioral tribes to display their label proudly to others and ultimately, flaunt their social status in a world based on computers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Geek-culture Halloween Decor:** There is an opportunity for businesses to create Halloween decor that caters to geek-culture fans, such as video game enthusiasts. - **Embracing Nerd Culture:** Businesses can capitalize on the trend of embracing nerd culture by creating products that suit this demographic. - **Creative Jack-o'-lantern Designs:** There is an opportunity to create new and innovative designs for Jack-O'-Lanterns that go beyond the traditional Halloween motifs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Retail:** Retailers can offer a new line of Halloween products that cater to geek-culture fans, thereby expanding their customer base. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can create Halloween-themed events that celebrate nerd culture, attracting fans of video games and other geeky interests. - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can create unique Jack-O'-Lantern designs that appeal to geek-culture fans, using new materials and techniques to achieve innovative results. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digital Halloween Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacmans-45th.md) - [Seasonal Gamer Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hallmark-1.md) - [Product-Inspired Halloween Looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-and-elladoesfx.md) - [Halloween-Themed Fire Pit Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-carved-pumpkin.md) - [Pixelated Gamer Smart Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/govee-pacman-gaming-pixel-light.md) - [Jack-o’-lantern Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackolantern-pizza.md) - [Bold Gaming-Inspired Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-x-crocs.md) - [Festive Sticker Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-emojis-sticker-pack.md) - [Halloween-Themed Flower Bouquets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bouqs-spooky-collection.md)