# 3D Arcade Games Road Fighters 3D from Konami Brings 3D Gaming to Japanese Arcades By Michael Hines | Published 2010-09-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/road-fighters-3d References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/konami-road-fighters-3d-arcade-game/16501/) & [konami-digital-entertainment.co.jp](http://www.konami-digital-entertainment.co.jp/en/) Arcade gamers in Japan now have the option of playing in 3D with Road Fighters 3D from Konami. This [driving game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/driving-simulations) immerses the player, and even a spectator, in full 3D. Road Fighters 3D has a pair of [goggles mounted to the console](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-classics-virtual-boy). One pair is for the player and another pair is for curious spectators. There is currently no word yet as to when, or even if, these [3D gaming machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tencent-3d-one) will see the outside of Japan. Gamers and 3D enthusiasts, keep your fingers crossed. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 17% | 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) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **3D Gaming:** Road Fighters 3D introduces a new trend in arcade gaming with its immersive 3D experience. - **Gaming Technology:** The introduction of 3D goggles in arcade machines opens up opportunities for further innovation in gaming technology. - **Localized Gaming Experiences:** The limited availability of 3D arcade games in Japan creates a trend of localized gaming experiences that can be expanded globally. ### Where This Applies - **Arcade Gaming:** The launch of Road Fighters 3D showcases the potential for disruptive innovation in the arcade gaming industry through the integration of 3D technology. - **Virtual Reality:** The use of goggles in Road Fighters 3D demonstrates the potential for integrating virtual reality technology in future gaming experiences. - **Entertainment Technology:** The immersive 3D experience of Road Fighters 3D highlights the potential for disruptive innovation in the entertainment technology industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Handheld 3D Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abxylute-3d-one.md) - [Glasses-Free 3D Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/odyssey-3d.md) - [3D Holographic Game Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vividq-call-of-duty.md) - [AR Driving Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/augmented-reality-driving-game.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Vehicle Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mg-maze.md) - [3D Glasses-Free Gaming Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-odyssey-3d-g90xh.md) - [Curved 3D Gaming Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spatiallabs-view-27.md) - [3D Display Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uplight-game-console.md) - [Transformative Gaming Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-first-berserker-khazan.md)