# Oversized Game Drives The DIY NES Giant Flash Drive and USB Port is a Modern Revival By Peter Vallas | Published 2011-03-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nes-giant-flash-drive References: [unplggd](http://www.unplggd.com/unplggd/diy-project/nes-flash-drive-amp-usb-port-140802) & [unplggd](http://www.unplggd.com/) The creative minds at Unplggd magazine have created a NES Giant Flash Drive & USB Port, which is a modern-day revival on one of the [first gaming consoles ever](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-3d-console). The NES Giant Flash Drive, which also features a USB port, is a [do-it-yourself project](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ngc-mod-kit) for those who still own the treasured [original gaming system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamestation-retro). Unplggd features sequenced pictures on how to create the awesome system mod. The NES Giant Flash Drive works by attaching a USB adapter inside the NES system, then you install a USB stick underneath the gaming cartridge, so that when you put it in, it activates it onto your computer. Gamers and techies will rejoice as this is one flash drive you will definitely want to show off, as long as you’re willing to take apart your precious NES system ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Giant Flash Drives:** Opportunity for companies to create oversized flash drives with unique designs or features. - **Reviving Retro Gaming Consoles:** Opportunity for companies to create DIY mods or accessories for vintage gaming consoles. - **Tech DIY Projects:** Opportunity for companies to cater to the DIY tech enthusiast market with easy-to-follow project guides. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the demand for unique and creative flash drive designs. - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can explore accessories or mods that enhance the user experience of vintage gaming consoles. - **DIY Tech:** The DIY tech industry can provide resources and supplies for tech enthusiasts to undertake projects like creating custom flash drives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tiny Retro Gamer Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-source-games-console.md) - [Projector-Equipped Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-game-boy-concept.md) - [Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Adapters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epilogue-gb-operator.md) - [Ultra-Compact Gamer Console Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-gaming-console.md) - [Retro Plug-and-Play Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-plug-play-systems.md) - [Icon-Shaped USB Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folderdrive.md) - [Gaming Cartridge PC Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epilogue-sn-operator.md) - [Portable Mountable Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genki-savepoint.md) - [Nostalgic Handheld Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-arcade-gamestation-portable.md)