# Anniversary-Commemorating Game Merchandise Nintendo to Launch the Kirby Anniversary Merchandise By Kanesa D | Published 2022-04-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kirby-anniversary-merch References: [gonintendo](https://gonintendo.com/contents/2415-kirby-30th-anniversary-room-light-and-plush-pouch-revealed)  In commemoration of the 30th anniversary of Kirby, [Nintendo and](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powera-1) Hal Laboratory announced a special limited-edition Kirby-themed plush pouch and room light. The collectibles will be sold at HMV and Lawson in Japan. They are also offered as a bonus for purchasing the ‘Kirby 30th Anniversary Book.’ The room light is made of highly durable PVC and the light inside is LED, so buyers have no need to worry about it overheating. There are three adjustable brightness settings for dynamic lighting options and it measures 8.8 x 11.5 cm. The pouch is about the same size as the light, equipped with a zipper and the 30th anniversary logo on it. The ‘Kirby 30th Anniversary Book’ is available on Apr 25, 2022. Image Credit: Nintendo/Hal Laboratories ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Home](https://www.trendhunter.com/home) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Anniversary-commemorating Game Merchandise:** More companies will create limited edition collectibles and merchandise for celebrating game anniversaries. - **LED Collectibles:** The emergence of LED technology in the collectibles market will create endless possibilities for innovative designs. - **Exclusive Packaging:** Custom, thoughtfully designed packaging for products will become an essential aspect of limited-edition merchandise marketing. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Collectibles:** The collectibles industry will continue to grow with new technologies and innovative designs like the LED light used in the Kirby anniversary merchandise. - **Gaming Industry:** Companies in the gaming industry can use this trend to create more hype and excitement for upcoming game releases with exclusive, limited-edition merchandise. - **Retail Industry:** The retail industry can benefit from offering exclusive, limited-edition merchandise to attract customers and drive sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cartoon-Themed Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/powera-1.md) - [Nostalgic Film Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toy-story-30th-anniversary.md) - [Video Game Merchandise Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-king-of-games.md) - [Anniversary-Commemorating Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sanrio-2.md) - [Video Game Character Ketchups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heinz-kirby-ketchup.md) - [Fruity Cartoon-Inspired Puddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benelic.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Homewares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-home-adventure-life.md) - [Cozy Video Game Loungewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-meets-gelato-pique.md) - [Video Game Travel Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-super-mario-travel-items.md)