# Finger-Focused Dancing Video Games The ORB Finger Dance Machine Works with Android or iOS By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-01-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orb-finger-dance-machine References: [coolthings](https://www.coolthings.com/orb-finger-dance-machine-dance-dance-revolution-smartphone-game/) & [firebox](https://firebox.com/products/finger-dance-machine)  The [ORB](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/orb-x) Finger Dance Machine is a miniature take on classic dancing-focused arcade games that will provide participants with a way to partake in a round without the need to do any traditional dancing. The game system works with the help of a smartphone and the [Android or iOS app](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soolra) to let players utilize a series of [finger-focused controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dribble) to dance using only their hands. This will no doubt call to mind Dance, Dance Revolution but in a decidedly smaller, home-friendly manner. The ORB Finger Dance Machine can be used in single or two-player modes to let participants practice their prowess or face off with their friends. The unit is powered by four AA batteries and will challenge players with a wide range of levels. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Finger-controlled Games:** Developing and adapting existing games to use finger-based, haptic, or more immersive control systems to appeal to a wider range of users. - **Miniaturized Gaming Systems:** Making traditional arcade-style or physical games portable, affordable and home-friendly through the use of miniaturized components and smartphone-based companion apps. - **Social Gaming Experiences:** Designing games that can be played alone or with friends and that are quick to learn yet challenging, action-packed and dynamic. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming Industry:** Creating innovative gaming systems that leverage emerging technologies such as haptics and mobile devices' sensors to offer players a more immersive and tactile gaming experience. - **Mobile App Industry:** Developing apps that work as companions to physical games, providing supplementary content, customization options, and social features to enhance user engagement and enjoyment. - **Entertainment Industry:** Exploring new forms of interactive, participatory entertainment experiences that merge physical and digital elements, allowing users to engage with content in novel and refreshing ways. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniature Dance Game Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dance-dance-revolution.md) - [Interactive Dance Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dance-it.md) - [AR-Fueled Musical Camera Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minibeats.md) - [Palm-Sized Music Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artiphon-orba-2.md) - [Exercise-Focused Gaming Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-5min-x-suika-game.md) - [App-Enabled Party Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twister-air.md) - [Focus-Enhancing Gaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainblink.md) - [Virtual Reality Dance Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-dance-vr-welcome-to-dancity.md) - [Interactive Music Fitness Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-boxing-machine.md)