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# Villainous Video Game Figures
This LEGO Bioshock Infinite Figurine is Eerily Accurate

By Angela Rajic | Published 2014-02-05 | Pop Culture
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-bioshock-infinite
References: [geekologie](http://geekologie.com/2014/02/for-the-glory-of-columbia-lego-motorized.php?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:) & [brothers-brick](http://www.brothers-brick.com/2014/01/28/motorized-patriot/)

A dedicated fan constructed this motorized [LEGO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-pacman) Bioshock Infinite action figure. Modeled after the Patriots, one of the many dangerous mechanical creations from the highly acclaimed video game, this figure has wings and carries a deadly Gatling gun, used in the game to mow down enemies of the state.

This LEGO Patriot was part of a [building competition](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-code-break) known as Iron Builder and was the final entry for contestant Carl Merriam. This [LEGO Bioshock Infinite figure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fandomhonoring-building-block-sets) is remarkably accurate to its namesake, which demonstrates the game’s creators’ use of irony in storytelling. This LEGO Bioshock Infinite Patriot figurine will win over fans of LEGO with its skilled and detailed design. It is also a fitting tribute to one of the many fascinating elements of a highly regarded and much loved video game.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.0/10
- Popularity: 64% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **LEGO Video Game Figures:** This trend showcases how fan-created LEGO Bioshock figures could create new revenue streams and expand gaming merchandise.
- **Iron Builder Competitions:** This trend shows how building competitions could encourage fan engagement and generate buzz around popular video games.
- **Mechanical Creations in Video Games:** This trend demonstrates the potential for incorporating intricate, handmade figures and models into video games to create a more immersive experience.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Gaming Industry:** This industry could benefit from exploring more merchandise partnerships, particularly with building toy brands like LEGO, as an additional source of revenue.
- **Toy Industry:** This industry could explore more partnerships with successful video game franchises to increase brand recognition and merchandise sales.
- **Marketing and Advertising Industry:** This industry could explore the use of building competitions to create hype and generate brand awareness for new and existing video games.

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