# Retro Gamer Robots The Yoshi Mecha Robot Makes Animation Automation By Amelia Roblin | Published 2010-12-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptural-video-game-droids-the-yoshi-mecha-robot-makes-animation-automati References: [techeblog](http://www.techeblog.com/index.php/tech-gadget/if-nintendo-s-yoshi-was-a-mecha-robot) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/ekoala/5264409087/) This chubby [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protohologram) character has now been rendered in robot form with the metallic [Yoshi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matcha-liqueurs) Mecha Robot. Created by Kodykoala, the hard-cased magnified automaton houses a three-dimensional figure of the beloved rotund [Super Mario figure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-kart-set). Acting as a pilot within the mouth of a machinist image of himself, the green frog-like creature is released from his console constraints and regains control of his own actions. The Yoshi Mecha Robot sculpture is one way this artist is bringing old favorite technologies into the future. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retro Gaming Robots:** Leverage nostalgia by creating robots inspired by popular retro video game characters. - **Animation Automation:** Develop automated systems that can replicate the movement and actions of animated characters. - **Bringing Old Technologies to the Future:** Revitalize outdated technologies by incorporating modern features and designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Toy Manufacturing:** Produce retro-inspired robot toys that cater to the nostalgic market. - **Entertainment:** Introduce automated systems that can effortlessly animate characters for movies, TV shows, and video games. - **Artificial Intelligence:** Incorporate advanced AI algorithms to develop robots that can mimic the movements and behaviors of animated figures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Holographic Video Game Characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protohologram.md) - [Anthropomorphized Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playdate-handheld-gaming-device.md) - [8-Bit Building Block Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-super-mario-world-mario-yoshi.md) - [Fire-Breathing Toy Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jakks-pacific-super-mario-bros-movie.md) - [Video Game-Themed Noodle Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yoshinoya-operation-full-stomach-campaign.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired AI Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butter-bot.md) - [Cartoon Robot Art Figurines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astro-boy-figure.md) - [Socially Adept Gaming Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-robots.md) - [Robot Character Digital Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astro-bot.md)