# Haunted Gaming Experiences 'The Haunted Experience' a Brave Gamer to Play in a Haunted House By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-07-22 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haunted-experience References: [hauntedexperience.eu](http://www.hauntedexperience.eu/) To mark the release of the new Necromancer hero class within Diablo III, [Blizzard](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/demon-meat) is inviting brave video game fans to apply to partake in 'The Haunted Experience.' The Haunted Experience will be set at Borgvattnet's rectory, which is known as one of Sweden's most haunted places, inviting one person to play as the Necromancer hero inside the [haunted house for the night](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-stays-club). While one brave soul will spend the night alone in the allegedly haunted setting, their experience is set to be streamed on [Twitch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alienware-x-twitch) for others to partake in. Across multiple industries, brands are challenging fans to prove their worth when it comes to using their products. In the case of The Haunted Experience, one Diablo fan will have to prove themselves physically and mentally fit for the event. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 47% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Immersive Gaming Experiences:** Creating interactive and immersive gaming experiences that take place in real-world settings can revolutionize the gaming industry. - **Live Streaming Events:** Live streaming events allow brands to engage with their audience in real-time and provide unique experiences that can attract a wider audience. - **Fan Challenges:** Brands are increasingly challenging their fans to push their limits and prove their dedication, creating a sense of community and excitement around their products. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can leverage real-world settings and immersive experiences to create new and engaging gameplay opportunities. - **Streaming:** The streaming industry can expand by hosting and broadcasting unique, live events that offer viewers an interactive and shared experience. - **Sports and Entertainment:** Sports and entertainment brands can take inspiration from fan challenges to create engaging events and competitions that foster fan loyalty and excitement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bloody Promotional Game Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blood-for-a-pc.md) - [Immersive Halloween-Themed VR Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-latency-vr.md) - [Haunting Gaming Adventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hauntii-xbox-game.md) - [Interdimensional Gaming Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alienware-x-twitch.md) - [VR Horror Hotel Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/draculas-hotel.md) - [Monstrous Horror Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/horror-video-games.md) - [Experimental Film Motels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-dew-borderlands-motel.md) - [Macabre Chocolate Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-shops.md) - [Video Game Home Tours](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zillow-for-warcraft.md)