# Steampunk Pacman Artist Turns the Classic Arcade Game into a Working Winding Toy By Rose Nazarali | Published 2009-07-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-pacman-arcade References: [walyou](http://www.walyou.com/blog/2009/07/29/steampunk-pacman-arcade/) & [kotaku](http://kotaku.com/5323596/steampunk-pac) Pacman was an [iconic arcade game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacmans-45th) back in the 80s and 90s and it seems as of late that many people are paying tribute to the [old-school game](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-plug-play-systems). This [steampunk Pacman](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-machine) does not work using electricity but is a winding toy that cranks with a start button and four-way joystick to maneuver through through the game. Even the Pacman ghosts got a bit of a makeover. They artist gave each one a little black mustache to go with the steampunk look of the overall game. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Steampunk Gaming:** Opportunity for incorporating steampunk aesthetics into gaming experiences to create unique and immersive gameplay. - **Retro Gaming Revival:** Growing demand for nostalgic gaming experiences that combine classic arcade games with modern twists. - **Toy-based Gaming:** Emerging trend of incorporating traditional toy elements into interactive gaming experiences for a tactile and hands-on approach. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming:** Innovative approaches to game design and concept that tap into the nostalgia and creativity of the steampunk subculture. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Opportunity to create a new range of interactive toys that combine classic game mechanics with unique steampunk aesthetics. - **Art and Design:** Integration of steampunk themes into artwork and design to create visually stunning and nostalgic pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game-Inspired Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pac-man-side-table.md) - [Arcade Game Puzzle Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacman-arcade.md) - [Remastered Classic Arcade Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pacman-world-2-repac.md) - [Pillow-Like Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade1up-pacman-couchcade.md) - [Video Game Crochet Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woobles-pacman-crochet-kit.md) - [Nostalgic 3D-Printed Arcade Clocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-clock.md) - [Retro Gaming Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamestation-retro.md) - [Steampunk Desktop Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3in1-desk.md) - [Retro Video Game Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casio-x-pacman.md)