# Plush Video Game Backpacks This Koopa Shell Knapsack is a Wearable Super Mario Brothers Replica By Charlotte Joyce Kidd | Published 2015-10-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koopa-shell References: [odditymall](http://odditymall.com/mario-bros-koopa-shell-backpack) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B002ANK9G0/odditymall0e-20/?ie=UTF8&tag=trenhunt0f-20) This Koopa shell backpack lets kids dress up like a character from the Super Mario Bros. video games and carry their stuff at the same time. The velvety plush bag perfectly replicates the sliding Koopa shells that come flying at Super Mario as he makes his way through the game's universe. The Koopa shell backpack's straps can be adjusted to fit any child, and its bright green, white and yellow color scheme make kids easily visible when they're out on the street. It could even be incorporated into a [video-game themed Koopa shell Halloween costume](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invincibility-star). Video game-inspired apparel and furniture pieces are becoming increasingly popular, especially with sites like [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-app) and [eBay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lastminute-auction) allowing video game fans to make and sell their own DIY items to other enthusiasts. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 51% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Video Game-inspired Apparel:** Opportunity for businesses to create and sell video game-themed clothing and accessories. - **DIY Video Game Merchandise:** Emerging trend of video game fans making and selling their own DIY items on platforms like Etsy and eBay. - **Character Replica Accessories:** Rise in demand for wearable replicas of video game characters for cosplay and everyday use. ### Where This Applies - **Apparel:** Opportunity for apparel companies to create and sell video game-themed clothing and accessories. - **E-commerce:** Growing market for platforms like Etsy and eBay to facilitate the sale of DIY video game merchandise. - **Cosplay:** Emerging industry catering to the demand for character replica accessories for cosplay and fan events. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Virtual Pet-Themed Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamagotchi-4.md) - [Toy Capsule Display Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/showy-gacha-2.md) - [Cozy Video Game Loungewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-meets-gelato-pique.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/build-a-bear.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Homewares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-home-adventure-life.md) - [Video Game-Themed Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-infused-hot-sauces.md) - [Iconic Villain Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scarface-backpack.md) - [Game-Inspired Cat Carriers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stray-1.md) - [Video Game-Based Prize Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mac-cheese-x-nintendo.md)