# Video Game-Inspired Dramatic Eyewear GENTLE MONSTER and TEKKEN 8 Join on INFERNO Sunglasses By Amy Duong | Published 2024-09-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inferno-sunglasses References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/gentle-monster-tekken-8/) & [farfetch](https://www.farfetch.com/shopping/men/gentle-monster/items.aspx)  TEKKEN 8 is the latest chapter in the gamed video game that was unveiled earlier this year and now it is working with Korean imprint [GENTLE MONTER](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gentle-monster-7) on a pair of INFERNO sunglasses. The dramatic eyewear boasts a futuristic structure that is inspired by one of the main antagonists from the game, Kazuya. The villainous character has been a strong focus of nearly all of TEKKEN since its original launch in 1994. The TEKKEN 8 variation alters his character to align more with his devil form. It features inspired looks from his devil horns with black ends and sculpted temples that point outward and the frames have a silver spiked material that holds the orange lenses in place for a dramatic look. Image Credit: GENTLE MONSTER ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 28% - 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Video Game-inspired Fashion:** The collaboration between TEKKEN 8 and GENTLE MONSTER showcases the rising trend of integrating video game aesthetics into high fashion accessories. - **Futuristic Eyewear:** INFERNO sunglasses reflect a growing interest in avant-garde eyewear designs that merge functional use with bold, expressive styles. - **Character-themed Merchandise:** Eyewear inspired by TEKKEN 8 characters exemplifies the trend of creating specialized merchandise centered around popular game characters. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can leverage video game collaborations to create unique, niche products that attract both fashion enthusiasts and gamers. - **Gaming:** The gaming industry continues to explore cross-promotional strategies by partnering with high-end fashion brands to expand their market reach. - **Eyewear:** Innovative eyewear designs inspired by video game elements can offer fresh and dynamic options within the traditional eyewear market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Villain-Centric Collaboration Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekken-8.md) - [Fight-Game Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandai-namco-x-nike.md) - [Gaming-Inspired Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-x-100-thieves.md) - [Anime-Inspired Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragonball-collection.md) - [Fighting Game-Inspired DLCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atelier-yumia.md) - [Jewelry-Like Glasses Frames](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gentle-monster-7.md) - [Anime-Inspired Glasses Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/animeinspired-glasses.md) - [Whimsical Premium Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-collection.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekken-8-battle-bowl.md)