# Retro Gaming Cases PureGear's Retro Game Case Features an Old-School Appeal By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2015-06-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-game-case References: [pure-gear](http://www.pure-gear.com/retro-game-cases-amazing-iphone-6.html) What's old is new again with PureGear's colorful retro game case for the [iPhone 6](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smartphone-filter-kit). Pac-Man's heyday may be over, but that doesn't mean users can't experience the fun and delight of the arcade game in a modern-day context. The PureGear case turns users' device into a handheld game, whereby they're able to navigate and maneuver a ball through a twisting maze. The case is solid and durable, providing protection from the wear and tear of daily use; however, unlike most cases, the PureGear retro game case is also fun and engaging. Users looking for [phone protection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17-cases) with a twist will enjoy the entertaining design and nostalgic appeal of these colorful cases -- gamer or not. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 34% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Retro Gaming Phone Cases:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop phone cases with built-in retro games for user entertainment and protection. - **Nostalgia-inspired Phone Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Launch phone accessories that give users a taste of nostalgia by emulating classic games or designs. - **Multi-functional Protective Cases:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Release cases that not only protect phones but add extra functionality such as game playing, wireless charging, or charging capability. ### Where This Applies - **Phone Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Rethink and redesign basic phone accessories, including protective cases, screen protectors, and charging cables. - **Gaming:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Expand the mobile gaming market by integrating retro games on phone cases and engaging a nostalgic audience. - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new consumer electronics beyond phones, including advanced smartwatches, VR headsets, and augmented reality gaming systems. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Gaming Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-phone-case.md) - [Retro Computer-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-c1.md) - [Gaming-Inspired Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-galaxy-z-flip-3-case.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Charger Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elago-w5-silicone-cover.md) - [Vibrant Retro Handheld Gaming](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-classic.md) - [Retro Gaming Smartphone Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soolra.md) - [Retro Iphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-50th-anniversary-iphone-17-pro.md) - [Retro Tech-Inspired Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c1-magfit.md) - [Handheld Game Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retroid-pocket-flip-case.md)