# Geeky Gamer Biking Helmets This Video Game-Inspired Helmet is Designed for The Rough-Riding Gamer By Ian Andrew Panganiban | Published 2013-03-16 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-games-inspired References: [boingboing.net](http://boingboing.net/2013/03/13/custom-zelda-motorcycle-helmet.html) & [imgur](http://imgur.com/a/K5Voz) Contrary to popular belief, gamers have other aspects to their lives other than gaming, and this video games inspired helmet proves that. The ‘Zelmet’ is stylized with a monochromatic Link and Zelda as the foreground, the two main characters in the franchise. The designs show off other aspects of the series such as Link’s sword, his Hylian shield and his always present fairy companion. Any true fan of this [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dbrand-clone-of-the-kingdom) series will undoubtedly appreciate the elaborate art work that went into making this truly awesome helmet. Hardcore devotees might want this head gear as an alternative choice to their biking helmet because it has Link and Zelda designed on it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Customization](https://www.trendhunter.com/customization) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Video Games-inspired Helmets:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the helmet industry by incorporating popular video game themes and characters into helmet designs. - **Personalization:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the gaming industry by creating customizable gaming accessories that reflect individual interests and fandoms. - **Cross-promotion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the entertainment industry by leveraging popular franchises to create unique merchandise collaborations. ### Where This Applies - **Helmet Manufacturing:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the helmet manufacturing industry by collaborating with gaming companies to create video game-themed helmets. - **Gaming Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the gaming accessories industry by offering customization options for accessories like helmets, controllers, and peripherals. - **Entertainment Merchandise:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the entertainment merchandise industry by partnering with gaming companies to create branded merchandise based on popular franchises like Zelda. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Oceanic Recycled Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shellmet-helmet.md) - [AI-Generated Motorbike Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coldstar-art.md) - [Ergonomic Urbanite Bike Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumos-nyxel.md) - [Electric Bicycle Helmet Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebike-helmet.md) - [Illuminated Cycling Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illuminated-cycling-helmet.md) - [Augmented Reality Motorcyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoei-eyelights-gtair-3-smart.md) - [Interchangeable Component Sport Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-helmet.md) - [Air-Purifying Motorcyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zyon-smart-motorcycle-helmet.md) - [AR Motorcycle Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ar-motorcycle-helmet.md)