# Retro Arcade Seasoning Bring Vintage Gaming to the Table With the Pacman Ghost Shakers By Matt Ho | Published 2011-06-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacman-ghost-shakers References: [gadgetsin](http://gadgetsin.com/pacman-ghost-salt-and-pepper-shakers.htm) & [forbiddenplanet](http://www.forbiddenplanet.co.uk/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=65031) If you can't get enough of quirky modern pieces for the home, these Pacman Ghost Shakers would make a great addition to your dinner table. With [retro games making a huge comeback](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-plug-play-systems) in various forms, these Pacman Ghost Shakers are celebrating the theme's huge return. Considering how [Pacman is always eating ghosts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacmans-45th), it's quite appropriate that the bad guys from the game have been transformed into [seasoning tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gustus-vitae-kids-menu). The blue and red ghosts are featured in all their vintage goodness and you have the choice of which type of spice you'd like to fill them with. These Pacman Ghost Shakers would definitely bring a lot more fun during mealtime. Besides, who wouldn't appreciate having these fellas stare at you wide-eyed while you eat? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Gaming Revival:** Opportunity to capitalize on the nostalgia for classic video games by offering unique modern interpretations, such as Pacman-themed kitchen accessories. - **Quirky Home Décor:** Appealing to consumers who seek out unconventional and playful items to enhance their living spaces, like novelty seasoning tools inspired by retro games. - **Interactive Dining Experience:** Creating memorable mealtime moments by incorporating entertaining elements like Pacman Ghost Shakers that add a whimsical touch to the table. ### Where This Applies - **Home Goods:** Brands can tap into the demand for unique and quirky home accessories by designing and selling novelty items that resonate with consumer's interests, including retro gaming. - **Food and Beverage:** Restaurants or food brands can enhance the dining experience by incorporating interactive elements, such as providing customers with Pacman Ghost Shakers as a playful way to season their meals. - **Gift and Novelty:** Retailers specializing in unique, one-of-a-kind gifts can cater to the growing market of consumers looking for nostalgic and playful items like Pacman-inspired accessories, including the Pacman Ghost Shakers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [MSG Shaker Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaker-sets.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Hot Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-sauce.md) - [Nostalgic Gamer Donut Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-x-pacman-collection.md) - [Gamified Cookie Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-pacman.md) - [Pixelated Gamer Smart Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/govee-pacman-gaming-pixel-light.md) - [Pillow-Like Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade1up-pacman-couchcade.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Donut Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-and-bandai.md) - [Pizza Seasoning Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collectible-seasoning-duet-box-set.md) - [Video Game Crochet Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woobles-pacman-crochet-kit.md)