# Tiny Sumo Game a Big Hit Sumotori Dreams By Crosius | Published 2007-04-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-sumo-game-a-big-hit References: [metafilter](http://www.metafilter.com/60619/96k-of-hilarity) & [web.t-online.hu](http://web.t-online.hu/archee83/sumotori/) Sumotori Dreams is a 96k Windows game with a complete physics engine and breakable objects, but neither the engine nor the compact code is the star attraction - its the AI that steals the show. The sumo wrestlers in the game stumble around in a fantastically drunken fashion, accurately modelling an unintentionally hilarious dust-up between two angry frat-boys after too many tequila shots. **Implications** - As the price of game consoles increase, less consumers are willing to purchase them in a time of economic recession. More are turning to [free online games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ocean-of-games) on websites that are more than willing to provide a cheaper, less complex alternative to the high-octane, adrenaline-filled world of [Xbox](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-guys) and [PS3's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rpcs3-overlay). This may create a shift in consumers' preferences for gaming, as so many households own a PC; thus, consoles may suffer unless the industry finds a more cost-efficient strategy in mass production. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [AI](https://www.trendhunter.com/ai) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Online Gaming:** The rise of online gaming websites presents an opportunity for companies to create less complex, alternative games to attract cost-conscious consumers. - **AI-driven Gaming:** The success of Sumotori Dreams indicates a potential demand for more games with sophisticated AI features, creating opportunities for game developers and tech companies. - **Low-cost Gaming:** With many consumers turning to cheaper alternatives, there is a disruption in the gaming industry that can be addressed by creating inexpensive games with innovative designs and features. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming Industry:** The success of Sumotori Dreams suggests that companies in the gaming industry should invest in AI technology and develop less complex games for online platforms to appeal to cost-conscious consumers. - **Tech Industry:** The development of sophisticated AI in games creates opportunities for the tech industry to collaborate with game developers and create new products for the growing online gaming market. - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** The trend of consumers turning away from expensive gaming consoles presents a potential disruption in the consumer electronics industry, which could be addressed through cost-efficient mass production or the creation of alternative gaming devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Virtual Youtuber Fighting Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idol-showdown.md) - [Blockish Oversized Stacking Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-tumble-xl.md) - [Math Puzzle Competitions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summatch.md) - [Creative Frustration Outlets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/punch-your-client.md) - [Exercise-Focused Gaming Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-5min-x-suika-game.md) - [Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/those-games.md) - [Casual Tap Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flappy-buddy.md) - [Wombat-Themed Party Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handtohand-wombat.md) - [Drag Culture Video Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drag-her-video-game.md)