# Retro Gaming Blinds English Blinds Created a Cooler Shading Option for Geeks By James Tulley | Published 2014-05-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/geeky-retro-gaming-roller-blinds References: [cheezburger](http://cheezburger.com/8159216128) & [englishblinds](http://www.englishblinds.co.uk/retro-gaming-blinds) For geeks, nerds and classic gamers everywhere, the team at English Blinds has been busy creating a range of [8-bit retro video game roller blinds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paint-mirror) that are perfect for keeping out the glare whilst you get your gaming action on. Taking inspiration from old schools games such as Space Invaders and Pac Man, the collection consists of ten designs which includes both [retro gaming action](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamestation-retro) and classic characters in a range of colors to create a truly geeky and nerdy look for the windows of your office, bedroom or gaming room. So not only can you protect your room from the rays of the sun with these designer roller blinds, you can also protect the galaxy from alien invaders and ghost chasers in real comfort and style surrounded by some gaming greats from years gone by. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Gaming Home Decor:** Businesses can capitalize on the nostalgia trend by creating retro-themed home decor items. - **Pop Culture Roller Blinds:** Companies can innovate by creating roller blinds and other window treatments with popular culture themes. - **Geeky Window Coverings:** Entrepreneurs can explore the market by creating window coverings for gamers and geeks. ### Where This Applies - **Home Decor:** Home decor companies can create retro gaming-themed products to appeal to a niche market. - **Window Coverings:** Window treatments companies can offer roller blinds with pop culture designs, attracting a younger demographic. - **Gaming Accessories:** Entrepreneurs can tap into the gaming market by creating accessories, such as window coverings, that appeal to gamers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Advanced Multimedia Window Blinds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speaker-blind.md) - [Glow-in-the-Dark Blinds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glow-in-the-dark-blinds.md) - [AI-Powered Pixel Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/govee-gaming-pixel-light.md) - [Retro Gaming Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g15-g16.md) - [Retro Gaming Room Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-gaming-box.md) - [Retro Gaming Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamestation-retro.md) - [Nostalgic 3D-Printed Arcade Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock.md) - [Ergonomic Gaming-Centric Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drift-gaming-bed.md) - [Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic.md)