# Knit Gamer Toys Cutesy Nintendo Crochet Plush Toys for Super Mario Geeks By Summer Luu | Published 2010-12-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-crochet-plush-toys References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/gavon/nintendo-crochet-plush-toys) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/62741942/om-nom-nom-kirby-cute-amigurumi-crochet?ref=v1_other_2) Gamers who adore the cuteness of Super Mario and his clan can now play with these [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-meets-gelato-pique) Crochet Plush Toys. They're [cute and squishy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urupochachan), crocheted out of super soft yarns. Have these characters near you while you're playing on your console. Goomba, the [Invincible Star](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invincibility-star) and Kirby can all watch you play them on-screen. The adorable Nintendo Crochet Plush Toys are great for gaming geeks of all ages. **Implications** - Businesses have the potential of increasing their numbers of clients by expanding their brand and concepts into other industries. A business that is successfully able to penetrate another market with its primary concept will not only carry over loyal consumers, but also provide fresh alternatives for new ones. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Crochet Plush Toys:** Opportunity to create crochet plush toys based on popular franchises for gaming enthusiasts. - **Expanding Brand Concepts:** Opportunity for businesses to expand their brands and concepts into new industries. - **Gaming Accessories:** Opportunity to create unique gaming accessories like Nintendo-themed crochet plush toys. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** Gaming industry can explore partnerships to create unique accessories like crochet plush toys. - **Crafts:** Craft industry can tap into the market of crochet plush toys for gaming enthusiasts. - **Retail:** Retail industry can expand their product selection by offering crochet plush toys as gaming accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [RPG-Inspired Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kobold-plushies.md) - [Video Game Crochet Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woobles-pacman-crochet-kit.md) - [Cozy Video Game Loungewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-meets-gelato-pique.md) - [Functional Gaming Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gashapon-toys.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Homewares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-home-adventure-life.md) - [Game-Themed Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/square-enix-1.md) - [Video Game Travel Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-super-mario-travel-items.md) - [90s-Inspired Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidrobot-1.md) - [Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunscreen-mist.md)