# Piano-Converted Game Controllers This Piano Controller is Able to Play the Video Game 'Doom' By Thomas Wade-West | Published 2013-09-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piano-controller References: [ubergizmo](http://www.ubergizmo.com/2013/09/doom-played-using-the-piano-as-its-controller/) & [geek](http://www.geek.com/games/doom-played-using-a-piano-as-the-controller-1570892/) Musicians and video game fanatics will get a kick out of this [piano controller](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-midi-controller) that has been customized to play the [classic video game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-retro-wireless-mechanical-keyboard) 'Doom.' While there is limited information on this unique piece of equipment, the piano appears to have been converted at the [Virgin Media Game Space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virgin-atlantic-app-in-chatgpt). The piano keys seem to be mapped on opposite sides to control the strafe and action controls. These are then wired to trigger the same functions on perhaps a regular keyboard. A small LCD screen seems to be installed where one would typically find sheet music -- but this is much more exciting. Apparently, the actual functions of the piano also work, so you can play a Mozart while gaming. The next time you get nagged to play the piano, be sure to have one of these rigged up in the living room. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Customized Game Controllers:** Customizing traditional instruments or equipment into game controllers presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the gaming industry. - **Musical Gaming Experiences:** Merging music and gaming through instruments like the piano controller opens up new possibilities for immersive and interactive gaming experiences. - **Multifunctional Gaming Interfaces:** Developing gaming interfaces that serve multiple purposes, such as playing music and controlling games simultaneously, can revolutionize the gaming industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming:** The gaming industry can explore the potential of customized game controllers to provide unique and engaging gaming experiences. - **Music:** The music industry can tap into the fusion of music and gaming to create innovative products that cater to musicians and gaming enthusiasts. - **Entertainment Technology:** Advancements in multifunctional gaming interfaces can revolutionize the entertainment technology industry by offering versatile and dynamic user experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mechanical Game Console Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megalodon-hitbox.md) - [Touchscreen Grand Pianos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porochista.md) - [Music-Playing Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/singing-xbox-controller.md) - [Gaming Console Music Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-akai-pro-mpc.md) - [Demonic Game-Themed Xbox Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doom-the-dark-ages-xbox.md) - [Digital Motion-Sensing Pianos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roli-piano.md) - [Connected Musical Chord Keyboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chord-machine-akt01.md) - [Shapeshifting Game Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shapeshifting-game-controller.md) - [Game-Integrated Robotic Lawn Mowers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automower-nera.md)