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Olympics-Inspired Arcade Games

This Games Allows Players to Compete in Nine Olympic Events

— February 12, 2016 — Tech
'Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games' is a new arcade game that allows players to compete in nine Olympic events. By using an upcoming event such as the Rio Olympics, the game provides an interesting way to introduce younger players to classic characters.

Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games is an arcade game that combines the magic of the Olympics with beloved anime characters. The game pits rival characters Mario and Sonic against one another in an familiar Olympic showdown. Players are transported to Rio where they can compete in nine different Olympic events, including Hammer Throw, Archery and the 100m Dash. Users can run, throw and jump their way to victory by using the twin joysticks and foot sensor controls built-into the game.

By combining classic characters with a current events, the program gives arcade gaming a modern update.
Trend Themes
1. Combining Pop Culture with Sports - Opportunities for developing arcade games that fuse beloved characters with popular sporting events create a truly unique and engaging gaming experience.
2. Interactive Arcade Gaming - Using innovative controls such as twin joysticks and foot sensors in arcade games provides a more immersive and interactive gaming experience.
3. Introducing Sports to Younger Audiences - Utilizing arcade games as a means to introduce younger players to sports, such as the Olympic events, helps to educate and engage them in a fun and interactive way.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment - Opportunities for disruptive innovation in the entertainment industry lie in developing arcade games that merge popular characters with real-world events, attracting a wider range of players.
2. Gaming - The gaming industry can explore the use of innovative controls, such as twin joysticks and foot sensors, in arcade games to enhance user experience and offer a new level of immersion.
3. Education - Arcade games that incorporate educational elements, like introducing sports to younger audiences, present an opportunity for disruption in the education industry by combining learning and play.
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