The Team Fortress 2 Chess Set is easily one of the geekiest gifts you can pick up this holiday season. The game features pieces based off of the cult classic shooting game created by Valve. Although the game has been out quite some time, it still has a loyal following, as evidenced by the creation of the Team Fortress 2 Chess Set.
Just like in the game, this chess set pits red versus blue in a fierce battle. Unlike the game, there are no guns, but there are hats that can be taken off and put onto different pieces. Unlike many custom chess sets recently created, the Team Fortress 2 Chess Set has niche appeal to fans of the series. That being said, this is a niche item done right and one that should please both casual and hardcore fans. The chess set will be available early December and will sell for $119.99. Along with the game board and pieces, those who purchase the chess set will also be given access to in-game downloadable content.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Geek-inspired Chess Sets
- Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating custom chess sets inspired by popular geek culture.
- In-game Merchandise
- Opportunity for game developers to create unique merchandise that provides access to in-game content.
- Niche Gaming Collectibles
- Opportunity for companies to create collectibles for niche fanbases such as cult classic video games.
Where This Applies
- Gaming
- Gaming companies can create unique merchandise for their popular games to increase customer engagement and loyalty.
- Collectibles
- Opportunity for collectible companies to appeal to niche fanbases by creating unique and highly detailed items based on popular geek culture.
- Gifts and Novelties
- Companies can create and market unique gifts and novelties that are inspired by popular video games and other entertainment media.
