# Gaming Hero Headgear Protect Your Noggin with the Master Chief Motorcycle Helmet By Mesel Isaac | Published 2014-06-27 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/master-chief-motorcycle-helmet References: [ign](http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/06/26/this-master-chief-motorcycle-helmet-might-save-your-life) & [necaonline](http://necaonline.com/48295/licenses/video-games/halo/first-look-at-the-halo-master-chief-motorcycle-helmet-prototype-video/) Though it's currently a work in progress, the [Halo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/halo-video-game-franchise) Master Chief motorcycle helmet is already shaping up to be a must-have item for any motorcycle riding Halo fan. The Master Chief motorcycle helmet is named and designed after the main character of the popular first-person shooter series Halo. Produced by the [National Entertainment Collectibles Association](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-compassionate-care-council) (NECA), the Halo motorcycle helmet will offer the wearer full-face protection just like the main character, though it probably won't protect you from plasma guns. The Master Chief motorcycle helmet won't be available until 2015, which should give Halo fans who don't yet have their license plenty of time to get one. Unfortunately, the NECA is quick to point out that this Halo helmet doesn't come equipped with an [onboard A.I.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livall-ai-visual-smart-helmet) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 75% | 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) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Motorcycle Helmet Innovation:** The Master Chief motorcycle helmet showcases the potential for innovative advancements in motorcycle helmet designs. - **Fan Merchandise Innovation:** The Halo Master Chief motorcycle helmet demonstrates the demand and opportunities for innovative fan merchandise in the gaming industry. - **Pop Culture Crossovers:** The collaboration between NECA and the Halo franchise highlights the trend of pop culture crossovers in the entertainment industry. ### Where This Applies - **Motorcycle Industry:** The Master Chief motorcycle helmet introduces a new product category within the motorcycle industry that caters to fans and enthusiasts. - **Gaming Industry:** The demand for gaming-themed merchandise, such as the Halo Master Chief motorcycle helmet, presents opportunities for innovation and expansion in the gaming industry. - **Collectibles Industry:** The collaboration between NECA and Halo demonstrates the potential for unique and sought-after collectible items in the collectibles industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Augmented Reality Motorcyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoei-eyelights-gtair-3-smart.md) - [Connected Motorcycle Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoei-opticson-smart-motorcycle-helmet.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Replica Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clone-trooper-phase-ii.md) - [Sleek Full-Face Moto Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supertech-r10-launch-edition-helmet.md) - [AR Motorcycle Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-motorcycle-helmet.md) - [Camera-Equipped Motorcyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/forcite-mk1s-smart-helmet.md) - [Comic-Inspired LEGO Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-lord-lego-helmet.md) - [Fully-Integrated Smart Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sena-phantom.md) - [Aerodynamic Professional Cyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerohead-ii.md)