# Retro Arcade Booths Dr. Who Time Machine By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-03-25 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-arcade-booth-dr-whos-time-machine References: [slipperybrick](http://www.slipperybrick.com/2008/03/tardis-game-cabinet/) The geek side of me giggled in recognition of the TARDIS time machine from the British pop culture science fiction series Doctor Who. This[TARDIS MAME](http://www.slipperybrick.com/2008/03/tardis-game-cabinet) (Multiple Arcade Machine Manipulator) replica is equipped with retro gaming sets and computers complete with arcade-style controls which were designed and built by Simon Jansen who, is off course, a major fan of Dr. Who. This is geek heaven on earth. **Implications** - Consumers will likely invest in those products that reflect their particular individual preferences. Businesses that tailor their concepts to meet the needs of specific consumers will experience successful results in today's industry. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro Gaming:** The trend of recreating classic arcade games with modern technology is disrupting the gaming industry and creating opportunities for innovative game design. - **Fan Culture Products:** The trend of creating products that appeal to specific fanbases is disrupting the traditional retail industry and creating opportunities for niche marketing. - **DIY Technology:** The trend of creating custom technology solutions and retro replicas is disrupting the consumer electronics industry and creating opportunities for maker culture businesses. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming:** The trend of retro gaming and creating custom arcade replicas is disrupting the traditional gaming industry and creating opportunities for independent game developers. - **Retail:** The trend of creating products that appeal to specific fanbases is disrupting the traditional retail industry and creating opportunities for online marketplaces and niche stores. - **Consumer Electronics:** The trend of creating custom technology solutions and retro replicas is disrupting the traditional consumer electronics industry and creating opportunities for small manufacturing businesses and maker culture entrepreneurs. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic 3D-Printed Arcade Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock.md) - [Retro Gaming Room Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-gaming-box.md) - [Retro 90s Arcade Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xmen-97-cabinet.md) - [Intergalactic Gamer Chair Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starfield-x-tempur-dream-chair.md) - [Micro Tabletop Arcade Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-arcade-machines.md) - [Retro Arcade Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/class-of-81.md) - [DIY Arcade Game Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thunderstick-grs-buildacade.md) - [Pillow-Like Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade1up-pacman-couchcade.md) - [Ultra-Minimal Arcade Gaming Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-arcade-cabinet.md)