# Dining-Themed Arcade Games The Tablecloth Hour is an Oddball Entertainment Concept By Meghan Young | Published 2010-08-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tablecloth-hour References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5615848/japanese-arcade-game-of-questionable-entertainment-value-has-a-tablecloth-controller) & [arcadeheroes](http://arcadeheroes.com/2010/08/15/test-your-tablecloth-pulling-skills-with-the-tablecloth-hour/) Strangely enough, I understand the appeal behind The Tablecloth Hour. It focuses on [obsessive-compulsive behavior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elephant-in-the-room1), something that many of us exhibit to a certain degree. By presenting a rather difficult yet simple task, our need to succeed drives us to an obsessive level. Nevertheless, The Tablecloth Hour is as much ludicrous as it is hilarious. It even comes with a [tablecloth controller](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-controller). Just beware of waiter hustlers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Dining-themed Arcade Games:** Creating dining-themed arcade games that incorporate elements of skill and competition. - **Obsessive-compulsive Entertainment:** Developing entertainment concepts that tap into the appeal of obsessive-compulsive behavior. - **Unique Game Controllers:** Exploring unconventional game controllers, such as a tablecloth, to enhance the gaming experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Arcade Gaming:** Arcade game developers can create new gaming experiences by merging dining and entertainment concepts. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can explore innovative concepts that appeal to the fascination with obsessive-compulsive behavior. - **Gaming Accessories:** Opportunities exist for companies to design and manufacture unique game controllers that enhance gameplay and create memorable experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Party Game Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiburon-tables.md) - [Board Game-Inspired Pastimes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcade-and-table-game.md) - [Parody-Themed Pinball Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinball-game.md) - [Card-Matching Foodie Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/themed-card-game.md) - [Subtly Smart Dining Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/etto-table.md) - [Twisted Storytelling Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storiado.md) - [Creative Frustration Outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punch-your-client.md) - [Digital Marble Tabletop Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funpop-tabletop-pinball-game.md) - [Face-to-Face Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/board.md)