# Retro Arcade Vent Covers The Space Invaders Wall Vent Adds a Touch of Geek to Your Central Air By Michael Hines | Published 2013-03-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-invaders-wall-vent References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2013/03/19/space-invaders-wall-vents/) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/120409766/laser-cut-space-invaders-wall-vent) Just when you thought you had seen it all with regard to video game-themed items, along comes the [Space Invaders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stellar-works) wall vent. That's right, the aliens from the iconic arcade classic have been turned into a vent cover. This one-of-a-kind design was created by [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock) merchant Little Big Laser. The vent is made of plywood and was laser-cut. The aliens from Space Invaders have appeared on many, many things. Bottle openers, ties and rings are just a few of the items that have been graced by the presence of the arcade aliens. The Space Invaders wall vent is the first of its kind; it may actually be the first [video game-inspired vent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-cooling-fan) ever. While the vent cover isn't overly functional it is a nice way to subtly geek up a room. It sells for $22 and is available now. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Video Game-inspired Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating more video game-themed home decor items to cater to the growing geek culture trend. - **Laser-cut Wall Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include developing unique laser-cut designs for home decor items to add a personalized touch to living spaces. - **Nostalgic Pop Culture Merchandise:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include designing and producing unconventional merchandise that appeals to nostalgic consumers seeking unique and retro-inspired products. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include integrating technology and pop culture themes into home decor products to create a new and engaging customer experience. - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include exploring new techniques and materials in art and design to create innovative and visually appealing products. - **Retail and E-commerce:** Disruptive innovation opportunities include creating niche online marketplaces that specialize in unique and unconventional merchandise, catering to a specific target audience seeking one-of-a-kind products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Gaming Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/space-invaders-my-play-watch.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pac-man-side-table.md) - [Nostalgic 3D-Printed Arcade Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock.md) - [Colorful Contemporary Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stellar-works.md) - [Ultra-Minimal Arcade Gaming Cabinets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-arcade-cabinet.md) - [Alien-Hunting AR Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taito.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Homewares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-home-adventure-life.md) - [Meta Mobile Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-small-invader.md) - [Retro Arcade Circuit Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-1.md)