# Video Game-Inspired Prosthetics The 'Hero Arm' was Created by Open Bionics with Konami By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-11-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hero-arm References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/11/13/gamer-amputee-gets-real-life-venom-snake-bionic-arm-and-its-finally-available-for-sale/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [openbionics](https://openbionics.com/metal-gear-solid-snake-arm/) The 'Hero Arm' prosthetic arm is a [video game-inspired prosthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamified-rehabilitation-system) created by [Open Bionics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intrinsic-flowstate-platform) with [Konami](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peace-walker-coop) as a functional piece of equipment for wearers above the age of eight. The arm draws design inspiration from that of the main protagonist of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain and features a fully functioning design that would help to dramatically enhance the life of the user. The arm is manufactured using 3D printing techniques, and is capable of rotating 180-degrees and lifting up to eight kilograms of weight. The 'Hero Arm' prosthetic arm is priced at £10,000 and can be used with one of two different clip-on covers that will dramatically enhance the look of the ultra-modern device. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Science](https://www.trendhunter.com/science) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Video Game-inspired Prosthetics:** The 'Hero Arm' prosthetic arm by Open Bionics with Konami is a disruptive innovation opportunity in the field of prosthetics, offering a functional and visually appealing design inspired by video games. - **3D Printing in Prosthetics Manufacturing:** The use of 3D printing techniques in manufacturing the 'Hero Arm' provides a disruptive innovation opportunity in the prosthetics industry by enabling customizable and cost-effective production. - **Enhanced Functionality in Prosthetic Arms:** The 'Hero Arm' prosthetic arm's ability to rotate 180 degrees and lift up to eight kilograms of weight presents a disruptive innovation opportunity in creating more functional and versatile prosthetic devices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Prosthetics:** The prosthetics industry has the opportunity to leverage video game-inspired designs like the 'Hero Arm' to attract more customers and offer them visually appealing and functional options. - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can explore collaborations with prosthetic manufacturers to create customized designs inspired by video game characters, opening up new market segments and revenue streams. - **3D Printing:** The 3D printing industry can tap into the growing demand for prosthetics by developing specialized manufacturing processes and materials for creating high-quality, customizable prosthetic devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mind-Controlled Artificial Arms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ai-prosthetic-arm.md) - [Smart Bionic Hands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-bionic-hand.md) - [Vintage Video Game-Inspired Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bethesda-pipboy-3000-replica.md) - [Upper-Limb Wearable Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleev-1.md) - [Affordable 3D-Printed Prosthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunet.md) - [Robotic Handheld Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-bot.md) - [Realistic Weaponry Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vir-controller.md) - [Wearable Robotic Limb Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jizai-arms.md) - [Celebrated Athletic Prosthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ffate.md)