# Spacey Video Game Tees This Nostalgic Pac-Man Shirt is Offered by ThinkGeek By Riley von Niessen | Published 2018-02-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacman-shirt References: [thinkgeek](https://www.thinkgeek.com/product/kosj/) ThinkGeek, the American retail company that specializes in apparel and accessories for video game, comic book, and other franchise fans, recently updated its selection with a new Pac-Man shirt. The [retro style](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacman-world-2-repac) of the shirt aims to stir of feelings of nostalgia up in [classic video game fans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-hundreds-and-tetris), with the large yellow player character at the center of it. Surrounding the Pac-Man are the various fruits and ghosts that it must eat and avoid in order to progress through the game, along with a series of geometric designs and a spacey background that contributes to its retro theme. Beneath the Pac-Man is old school yellow lettering, which spells out "High Score!" The Pac-Man shirt is currently available from ThinkGeek's web store. Image Credit: ThinkGeek ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Video Game Apparel:** This trend showcases the growing demand for nostalgic and vintage fashion pieces that can appeal to video game fans. - **Geek Chic Fashion:** The trend showcases the growing popularity of fashion pieces that cater to individuals who want to showcase their interests in games and other franchises in their apparel choices. - **Nostalgia-inspired Clothing:** The trend represents the growing market for nostalgic clothing items that promote an emotional response among customers to stand out in a crowded fashion industry. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming Retail:** This industry benefits from the trend by selling video game merchandise for fans who want to wear their favorite characters and games. - **Apparel Industry:** This industry benefits from the trend by creating unique items that can appeal to video game fans who want to incorporate their interests into fashion. - **E-commerce Industry:** This industry benefits from the trend by providing a platform for businesses to sell their merchandise online to a global audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Gamer Donut Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-x-pacman-collection.md) - [Pixelated Gamer Smart Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/govee-pacman-gaming-pixel-light.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Donut Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-and-bandai.md) - [Gaming-Inspired Streetwear Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-x-marvel-x-capcom-collection.md) - [Pillow-Like Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade1up-pacman-couchcade.md) - [Retro Video Game Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-x-pacman.md) - [Nostalgic Console-Joint Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-and-playstation.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pac-man-side-table.md) - [Gamified Cookie Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-pacman.md)