# Retro Gaming Packs The Nintendo Controller Backpack is Perfect for Back to School By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-08-23 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-controller-backpack References: [incrediblethings](http://www.incrediblethings.com/kids/hipster-kid-swag-nintendo-controller-backpack/) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Nintendo-NES-Controller-Grey-Backpack/?tag=trenhunt0f-20) If you're a 90s kid and a bit of a hipster with a flair for [nostalgic fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-series), then you should check out the [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-controllers) Controller backpack. This awesome gamer bag is sure to be a hit among the many who love the [classic form of gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-3d-funtastic). This old school backpack is a throwback to the uncomplicated controllers that went with the original Nintendo system. It's the same gray as the controller was; the two red buttons, select/start features and the up-down, left-right function buttons are all present. This would definitely be a hit in the classroom and is the perfect item to go back to school in. There's no need to have a boring book bag -- this one will keep you daydreaming about racing home from school to get your game on. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Nostalgic Fashion:** Opportunity to create throwback designs that appeal to millennials and Gen Z. - **Retro Gaming Accessories:** Opportunity to create new lines of products that appeal to gamers and retro enthusiasts. - **Gamer Backpacks:** Opportunity to create backpack designs that cater to gamers and their needs and preferences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion designers can create apparel and accessories inspired by retro gaming themes and styles. - **Gaming Industry:** Game developers can create new games or versions of classic games that appeal to the retro gaming community. - **Backpack Industry:** Backpack manufacturers can create designs that cater to the needs and preferences of gamers and retro enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Sci-Fi Backpack Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-backpack-collection.md) - [Nostalgic Mobile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-gamecube-controller.md) - [Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic.md) - [Virtual Pet-Themed Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamagotchi-4.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Console Radios](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-radio.md) - [Retro-Style Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nyxi.md) - [Portable Gaming Carrying Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-3.md) - [See-Through Retro Gamer Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-64-controller.md) - [Retro Goggle-Style Gamer Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-classics-virtual-boy.md)