# Arcade Art Nick Dart Celebrates the Beauty of Coin-Operated Gaming By Rachel | Published 2009-08-20 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nick-dart-art References: [curatedmag](http://www.curatedmag.com/news/2009/08/18/the-art-of-the-arcade/) & [artofthearcade.tumblr](http://artofthearcade.tumblr.com/) Graphic designer Nick Dart saw the beauty in [retro gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-gaming-box), so he decided to collect images of it so we can always be reminded of the days of [coin-operated fun](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chucks-arcade). His website ‘Art of The Arcade’ catalogs the art, artist and year of the video gaming creations. The fun five-page collection of images by Nick Dart is a cool way to remember the awesome world of the arcade. We may be able to play all these games at home now, but we once lived in a world of neon-lit wonder, and the ‘Art of The Arcade’ website reminds us of it! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Gaming Art:** There is potential to market artwork featuring old coin-operated games to nostalgic buyers and gamers who appreciate retro culture. - **Arcade Game Revival:** Opportunities exist to bring back classic arcade games and create new ones that will appeal to a new generation of gamers who crave a unique experience different from what they can find at home. - **Digital Curation:** Creating platforms for digital curation of art collections, both physical and virtual, has the potential to harness nostalgia and preserve important pieces of history for future generations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art Collecting:** Art collectors can explore the value of rare arcade game art and collectibles, and discover opportunities to invest in them as an emerging asset class. - **Gaming:** Gaming companies can capitalize on the nostalgia of retro gaming through the revival of classic arcade games or the creation of new ones with vintage aesthetics, offering a unique play experience different from typical home gaming consoles. - **Museums and Galleries:** Museums and galleries can use this trend to create exhibits and showcases for retro gaming art, offering visitors a glimpse into the history of arcade gaming and its cultural impact. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic 3D-Printed Arcade Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock.md) - [Retro Arcade Circuit Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-1.md) - [Retro Gaming Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamestation-retro.md) - [Micro Tabletop Arcade Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-arcade-machines.md) - [Digital Dartboard Game Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electronic-throwing-game.md) - [80s-Inspired 16-Bit Display Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/16bit-display.md) - [Retro Arcade Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/class-of-81.md) - [Retro Gaming Merch Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollercoaster-tycoon-collection.md) - [Nostalgic Retro Games Site](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-games-site.md)