# Luxe Gamer Watches This Limited Edition Super Mario Bros Watch Celebrates the Game's Anniversary By M | Published 2015-11-29 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-bros References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2015/11/28/romain-jerome-super-mario-bros-luxury-watch/) & [ablogtowatch](http://www.ablogtowatch.com/romain-jerome-super-mario-bros-watch/) In light of the 30th anniversary of the Super Mario Bros [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-home-adventure-life) game, luxe timepiece designer Romain Jerome put together a [limited edition watch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-x-anicorn) that celebrates the 8-bit game in opulent style. The watch features designs inspired by the retro graphics and characters with a price tag that comes in at just under $20,000. The Super Mario Bros is one of the most popular [pixelated video games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-x-pacman) on the market, and continues to be thanks to its timeless appeal. Jerome's timepiece design honors this timelessness with a watch made from the most luxurious materials including a dapper black titanium wrist band, 46-mm case, three dials and a detailed design of Mario leaping in the air. The graphics are done in the same 8-bit style the game is so well-known for. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 52% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Limited Edition Timepieces:** Opulent limited edition watches are in demand for nostalgic video game enthusiasts. - **Pop Culture-inspired Luxury Items:** Luxury items inspired by nostalgic pop culture icons such as video game characters are becoming increasingly popular. - **Combining Nostalgia with High-end Design:** Nostalgic pop culture references are being combined with upscale design elements for high-end luxury products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Luxury Timepiece Design:** Opulent timepiece brands can capitalize on the demand for limited edition designs inspired by nostalgic pop culture characters. - **Luxury Fashion:** High-end fashion brands can explore nostalgic pop culture references to create luxury items more affordable than watches, such as clothing and accessories. - **Luxury Home Decor:** Luxury home decor brands can incorporate nostalgic pop culture references into their designs to appeal to enthusiasts looking to add a touch of luxury to their home or office. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaboration Gaming Console Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anicorn-x-sega-megadrivegenesis.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Timepiece Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nubeo-ventana-atari-edition-watch.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-gaming-watch.md) - [Gaming Console Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-xbox-x-meister-watches.md) - [Retro Video Game Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-x-nubeo-ventana-automatic-atari-asteroids.md) - [Gaming Anniversary Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-x-anicorn.md) - [Retro Video Game Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-x-pacman.md) - [Retro Gaming Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-invaders-my-play-watch.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Homewares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-home-adventure-life.md)