# Video Game Crossover Art Jorge Vargas' Mixed Video Games Shows Characters as Cosplayers By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-05-07 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixed-video-games References: [en.rocketnews24](http://en.rocketnews24.com/2014/05/07/what-would-your-favourite-nintendo-characters-look-like-as-other-nintendo-characters/) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/gallery/16218061/Video-Game-Mash-ups) Graphic designer and illustrator Jorge Vargas created a series of mixed video games that introduces iconic characters from other games and TV series to world of [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-x-super-mario). For his series of 'Video Game Mash-Ups,' Pikachu tries on Megaman's suit and an angry glare, Princess Peach plays Sakura in Street Fighter and Toad turns to the dark side as one of the fire-spitting Piranha Plants from Super Mario Bros. Sometimes characters from different games do get to mingle with one another, like [Mario and Sonic the Hedgehog](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/overwatch-2-street-fighter), but they rarely get to switch up their trademark outfits, let alone swap clothes. The series is gorgeously drawn and it serves as a pretty good representation of what it might be like if these characters went to a big video game convention themselves. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 73% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Video Game Mash-ups:** The trend of mixing iconic characters from different video games and TV series creates exciting crossover art opportunities. - **Cosplay Collaboration:** The trend of portraying video game characters as cosplayers opens up new possibilities for creative expression and fan engagement. - **Character Outfit Swaps:** The trend of swapping trademark outfits between video game characters offers an innovative way to reimagine familiar designs and spark imagination. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Graphic Design:** The graphic design industry can explore new avenues by incorporating the trend of video game mash-ups and creating unique and visually compelling artwork. - **Illustration:** The illustration industry can capitalize on the trend of cosplaying video game characters to offer customized art commissions and expand their customer base. - **Gaming and Entertainment:** The gaming and entertainment industries can leverage the trend of character outfit swaps to introduce exciting DLCs (downloadable content) and engage players with fresh content. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gaming-Inspired Streetwear Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-x-marvel-x-capcom-collection.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-x-super-mario.md) - [Family-Friendly Gamer Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-clothing-line.md) - [Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunscreen-mist.md) - [Artistic Game-Inspired Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-de-guzman-1.md) - [Streetwear Video Game Crossovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kawspeely.md) - [Video Game Travel Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-super-mario-travel-items.md) - [Character Crossover Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skullpanda-x-sanrio.md) - [Video Game Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-x-baskinrobbins.md)