# 3D Retro Gamer Art Justin Buonvino Creates Killer Digital Art of Classic Games By Armida Ascano | Published 2011-01-03 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/justin-buonvino References: [designyoutrust](http://designyoutrust.com/2011/01/03/classic-games-in-3d/) & [cuded](http://www.cuded.com/2010/11/classic-games-in-3d/) Justin Buonvino is an illustrator whose work with retro games is sure to make any geek grin. Buonvino converts classic NES 2D games to 3D, giving a modern twist to the marvelous video games of your childhood. Justin Buonvino works with everything from Pac-Man to the Mario Bros. The result is charming and nostalgic, giving a sense of excitement to anyone who grew up in the late 1980s or early 1990s. Check out what Justin Buonvino can do in the gallery. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro 3D:** There is a growing interest in using 3D technology to give a modern twist to classic video game art. - **Nostalgic Gaming:** The popularity of retro video game art demonstrates a strong desire for nostalgia in the gaming industry. - **Digital Art:** The use of digital art to create 3D versions of classic video game characters presents new creative opportunities for artists. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming:** The retro gaming trend creates opportunities for companies to revamp classic games into 3D for modern audiences. - **Art and Design:** The use of 3D technology in digital art presents an opportunity for artists and designers to create unique pieces of art. - **Fashion and Merchandise:** There is an opportunity for companies to create retro gaming merchandise and fashion that incorporates the 3D versions of classic video game characters. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Image Converters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/image-to-pixel-art.md) - [Video Game-Themed Pixel Paintings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixel-art-collection.md) - [Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pac-man-side-table.md) - [Retro Gaming Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamestation-retro.md) - [Modernized 90s Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-3d-console.md) - [Nostalgic 90s-Inspired Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-3d-funtastic.md) - [Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-game-boy-concept.md) - [Vibrant Retro Game Cartridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr-run-and-jump.md)