# Heirloom-Like Board Games The Scrabble Deluxe Edition Puts a Vintage Aesthetic on Display By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-12-13 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scrabble-deluxe-edition References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/scrabble-deluxe-edition/) & [scrabble.hasbro](https://scrabble.hasbro.com/) The Scrabble Deluxe Edition board game is a high-end version of the [classic pastime](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/board-crawl) that will offer players a vintage-like set of equipment that harkens back to yesteryear. The items within the board game set are stained with a vintage finish to give them an heirloom-like upgrade that will make them look old-fashioned and as though they were passed down from a previous generation. The [board game features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dungeons-dragons) a built-in lazy Susan to streamline gameplay and boasts a raised grid on the playing surface that will keep tiles properly in place. The Scrabble Deluxe Edition board game speaks to the increased prominence of [old-fashion aesthetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omega-6-the-triangle-stars) and the desire for products with a stronger focus on the design cues of yesteryear. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Vintage Board Games:** Opportunity to create board games with a vintage aesthetic for nostalgic gamers. - **Heirloom-inspired Design:** Potential to incorporate vintage finishes and design cues in various products for a timeless appeal. - **Enhanced Gameplay Features:** Demand for board games with built-in features that streamline gameplay and improve user experience. ### Where This Applies - **Board Game Industry:** Opportunity for board game manufacturers to cater to the growing market of gamers seeking vintage and nostalgic experiences. - **Home Decor Industry:** Idea for home decor companies to create products with a vintage-inspired design to appeal to consumers looking for unique and timeless pieces. - **Product Design Industry:** Potential for product designers to incorporate vintage finishes and heightened functionality in various consumer products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Age-Inclusive Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hasbro-5.md) - [Bookshelf Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bookshelf-board-game.md) - [Luxury Game Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-board-game.md) - [Artistic Board Game Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monopoly-deluxe-edition.md) - [Gen Z-Focused Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scrabble-together.md) - [Board Game Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scrabble-coffee-table.md) - [Adult Board Game Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ageless-innovation-hasbro.md) - [Vibrant Boardgame-Inspired Slippers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dearfoams-x-hasbro.md) - [Luxury Block Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottega-veneta-jenga.md)