# 8-Bit Gamer Shades The Pixelated 8-Bit Sunglasses are an Ode to Old School Video Games By Tana Makmanee | Published 2013-01-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pixelated-8bit-sunglasses References: [awesomestufftobuy](http://awesomestufftobuy.com/pixelated-8-bit-sunglasses/) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0080ATMLK?tag=trenhunt0f-20) These awesomely geeky Pixelated 8-Bit Sunglasses will attract those who enjoy the old school 8-bit video games and their retro appeal. Sleek yet simple, these gamer-inspired sunnies are a fantastic way to pay tribute to how video games used to be. These [sleek black sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-neo-jacket) are cleverly designed to resemble the pixelated images in retro video games, by having the frame around the lens of the glasses equipped with tiny rough ridges. Though only a small design feature, this serves to give the sunglasses a huge retro gaming appeal and will automatically resonate with gamers who are fond of anything [8-bit related](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-64-controller). Practical for sunny days out about about, these Pixelated 8-Bit Sunglasses are also a great novelty item for gamers looking to showcase their love of retro video games to the world. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 58% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a line of clothing and accessories that pay homage to classic video games and appeal to nostalgia-driven consumers. - **Niche Gaming Merchandise:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a range of unique and creative merchandise items specifically targeted at gamers, such as clothing, collectibles, and home decor. - **Pixel Art Aesthetic:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the use of pixel art aesthetic in various industries beyond gaming, such as graphic design, advertising, and interior decor. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate technology and retro-inspired elements into fashion designs to create a unique and engaging consumer experience. - **Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Augment gaming experiences by offering a wide range of merchandise and accessories that enhance immersion and connection to the virtual world. - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine traditional art techniques with digital aesthetics to create visually striking pieces that bridge the gap between analog and digital worlds. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game-Inspired Dramatic Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inferno-sunglasses.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-gaming-watch.md) - [Retro Goggle-Style Gamer Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-classics-virtual-boy.md) - [Pixelated Gamer Smart Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/govee-pacman-gaming-pixel-light.md) - [70s-Style Sport Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunski-strada.md) - [Limited Gaming Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2077-xr.md) - [80s-Inspired 16-Bit Display Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/16bit-display.md) - [Extended Reality Gaming Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtue-one.md) - [Game Console-Inspired Keycaps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitdo-retro-keycaps.md)