# Classic System Covers Old Nintendo 64 Creatively Customized Into Princess Peach's Castle By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-07-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-64-princess-peachs-castle References: [newlaunches](http://www.newlaunches.com/archives/this_princess_peach_castle_is_actually_a_game_console_case.php) & [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2009/07/19/princess-peachs-castle-n64-casemod/) In the age of next generation gaming, what is a boy to do with his old yet treasured systems? I would highly suggest pointless but entertaining arts and crafts projects. This [Nintendo 64](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modretro-m64) (released in 1996…WOW) has been fully customized to look exactly like [Princess Peach](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/princess-peach-x-oreoid-packs)’s Castle from ‘Mario 64.’ The structure is very detailed which adds to the realness of its reenactment. The beautiful gamer activity (probably ridiculously time consuming) went up on [eBay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lastminute-auction) and was sold shortly after for $100, which I don’t think covers the amount of time spent on this. As a 90’s gamer (not anymore, but WAS) I couldn’t see myself parting ways with such a retro-treasure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 32% | 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) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Customized Retro Gaming Consoles:** The customization of old gaming consoles opens up opportunities for artists and designers to create unique and personalized retro gaming experiences. - **Nostalgia-driven Art and Crafts:** The popularity of creating customized and nostalgic art projects presents opportunities for artists to cater to the demand for sentimental and creatively repurposed items. - **Retro-inspired Collectible Market:** The growing interest in customizing and reimagining retro gaming consoles creates opportunities for collectors and businesses to cater to the niche market of retro gaming enthusiasts. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Art and Design:** Artists and designers can capitalize on the trend of customized retro gaming consoles by offering their services to create unique and visually appealing designs. - **Craft and DIY:** The trend of nostalgia-driven art and crafts creates opportunities for craft supply companies and DIY-focused businesses to provide materials and tools for customized retro gaming console projects. - **Collectibles and Memorabilia:** The retro-inspired collectible market can benefit businesses specializing in retro gaming merchandise and memorabilia by catering to the demand for customized gaming consoles and related items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [See-Through Cartridge Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modretro-m64.md) - [Modernized 90s Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-3d-console.md) - [Brick Toy Revivals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-boy-set.md) - [Bright Edition Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-3.md) - [Building Block Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-ps-one.md) - [Gaming Console Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-cart-coffe-table.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Console Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-radio.md) - [See-Through Retro Gamer Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-64-controller.md) - [Retro Handheld Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modretro.md)