# Sensory Gaming Applications The 'Sona' Game by Ruslan Gaynutdinov Plays with Touch By Alexandra Serrano | Published 2012-07-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sona-game-by-ruslan-gaynutdinov References: [creativeapplications.net](http://www.creativeapplications.net/sound/sona-by-ruslan-gaynutdinov-a-game-of-sound-networks-ecal/) Inspired by the popular 80s toy 'Simon,' the 'Sona' Game by Ruslan Gaynutdinov for [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playfusion) is modernized entertainment. Designer Gaynutdinov's gaming piece explores not only the ability of the brain to remember patterns, but also the added [sound and touch pad dimensions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voxelite). It's highly intriguing to note the way that humans perceive auditory patterns. His creation incorporates the tactical aspect of the iPad to create multi-sensory entertainment. According to [Creative Applications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desktop-speaker-system), the appeal of the application is the usage of network lines that connect all of the separate sensory aspects of the game. The puzzle-like game that allows players to solve the network-based appeal makes this a futuristic logical exercise to keep senses sharply entertained. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Multi-sensory Gaming:** The incorporation of touch, sound and visuals in gaming applications opens up opportunities for multi-sensory experiences. - **Network-based Games:** Games that incorporate network lines and require problem-solving skills present opportunities for more engaging gameplay experiences. - **Auditory Gaming Patterns:** Exploring the way humans perceive auditory patterns presents opportunities for creating innovative and unique gaming experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming:** Incorporating multi-sensory experiences and network-based gameplay can enhance user engagement, making gaming a promising industry for disruptive innovation opportunities. - **Education:** Incorporating auditory patterns and problem-solving skills in educational gaming applications can create innovative learning experiences for students. - **Therapy and Rehabilitation:** Using multi-sensory experiences and problem-solving skills in therapy and rehabilitation gaming applications can provide more engaging and effective treatment options for patients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Challenging Sensory Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quick-pops.md) - [Focus-Enhancing Gaming Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainblink.md) - [Modular Handheld Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-gaming-system.md) - [Tactile Interactive Music Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yamaha.md) - [Sustainable Sensorial Play Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stokke-playpad.md) - [Multi-Sensory Mental Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zensory-app.md) - [Exercise-Focused Gaming Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-5min-x-suika-game.md) - [Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touch-egg.md) - [Stimulating Audio-Visual Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/periphery-synthetic.md)