# Game Console-Inspired Sneakers These Nintendo-Themed Air Jordans are Any Gamer's Dream By Ell Smith | Published 2017-07-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-themed-air-jordans References: [mashable](http://mashable.com/2017/07/17/nintendo-jordan-sneakers/?utm_campaign=Mash-Prod-RSS-Feedburner-All-Partial&utm_cid=Mash-Prod-RSS-Feedburner-All-Partial&utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds#toHu0JPfROq8) & [freakersneaks](http://freakersneaks.com/) These incredibly detailed [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-controllers)-themed Air Jordan's are any gamer's dream. As a follow up to the "Super Nintendo" kicks that hit the market earlier this year, 'Freaker Sneaks' designed the "[NES](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nes-gamepad)" shoes as an homage to to one of the earliest home gaming consoles. The shoes retained the classic Air Jordan look with a white base and accentuating black and red detailing. The NES-inspired shoes feature minor modifications such as Super Mario and Duck Hunt labels printed on the shoe's tongues, a hang tag which is re-imagined as a Nintendo cartridge, and a D-pad on the heel of the shoe which is actually pressable. According to the Freaker Sneaks website, only 10 pairs of these custom Nintendo-themed Air Jordans exist. These shoes would speak to aging millennials who are increasingly nostalgic of 90s culture. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Nostalgia-inspired Fashion:** Creating fashion items that invoke nostalgia can capitalize on the sentimental attachment of consumers to past experiences. - **Limited Edition Customization:** Producing a limited number of customized products can create exclusivity and drive demand among collectors and enthusiasts. - **Cross-industry Collaborations:** Collaborating with brands from different industries can create unique and highly desirable products that appeal to diverse consumer interests. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Incorporating elements of pop culture and nostalgia into fashion designs can capture the attention of consumers seeking unique and expressive style choices. - **Gaming:** Expanding beyond traditional gaming products, such as consoles and games, to incorporate gaming elements into other industries can engage a wider audience and tap into the gaming culture. - **Collectibles:** Creating limited edition products that cater to collectors' interests can generate high demand and cultivate a dedicated fan base. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Game Console Sneaker Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstationinspired-sneaker.md) - [Sneaker-Inspired Chair Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/markvonrama.md) - [Villain-Centric Collaboration Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tekken-8.md) - [Richly Green-Toned Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jordan-retro-1-high.md) - [Bold Gaming-Inspired Clogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-x-crocs.md) - [Fight-Game Sneaker Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandai-namco-x-nike.md) - [In-Game Digital Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-and-fortnite.md) - [Nostalgic 90s-Inspired Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analogue-3d-funtastic.md) - [Building Block Footwear Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-air-jordan-11.md)