# Futuristic Racing Board Games The 'Neon Knights' Board Game Lets Players Build Cars and Courses By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-10-19 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neon-knights References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/boardtodeath/neon-knights-the-board-game) The 'Neon Knights' board game is a futuristic take on [circuit racing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escape-road) that has players creating their own vehicles, courses and more to make it through as the winner. The game is designed for between two and six players, and is suitable for players aged eight and up. Taking between 30 and 120 minutes per game, the game has players partaking in a race in the year 2086 to race on the track, [upgrade their cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-wheels-victory-lap) and destroy their fellow opponents at the same time. The 'Neon Knights' board game comes with a series of well-crafted pieces that are all neon in design and expertly detailed to make it appealing for young children and adult players alike. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Customizable Board Games:** There is an opportunity for creating board games that allow players to customize their own vehicles, courses, and game elements. - **Futuristic Gaming Experiences:** Developing board games that immerse players in futuristic settings and scenarios can create disruptive and engaging gaming experiences. - **Combining Strategy and Action:** Integrating strategic thinking with fast-paced action gameplay in board games can provide a unique and exciting gaming experience. ### Where This Applies - **Toy and Game Manufacturing:** The toy and game manufacturing industry has an opportunity to create and produce customizable board games like 'Neon Knights'. - **Entertainment and Media:** The entertainment and media industry can explore opportunities to develop and promote futuristic gaming experiences through board games. - **Educational Gaming:** The educational gaming industry can incorporate customizable board games with strategic and action elements to enhance learning experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Racing-Inspired Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacorsa-grand-prix-game.md) - [Race-Themed Card Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uno-elite-formula-1.md) - [Space Exploration Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-race-rally-for-resources.md) - [Adventurous Story-Driven Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpg-board-game.md) - [Life-Inspired Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-game-of-death.md) - [Chaotic Cat-Themed Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exploding-kittens-the-board-game.md) - [Active Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nine-arches.md) - [Cubic Mountaineer Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cubeclimbers-board-game.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-last-of-us-escape-the-dark.md)