# Retro Gaming Reconfigurations The Xbox 1977 Edition by Ben Heck Merges an Xbox360 With an Atari By Jordan M | Published 2011-03-23 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-1977-edition-by-ben-heck References: [bornrich](http://www.bornrich.com/entry/ben-heck-is-back-with-a-1970s-atari-inspired-xbox-360-laptop/) & [element-14](http://www.element-14.com/community/community/experts/benheck) You might think that a modern day Xbox360 with the portability of a laptop and the look, feel and texture of an original [Atari](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-gamestation) console system is something that could never exist, but that is nevertheless exactly what the Xbox 1977 Edition by Ben Heck is. Although no stranger when it comes to converting modern gaming consoles like the Xbox into laptop form, for the Xbox 1977 Edition Ben Heck took on the extra challenge of capturing the distinctly iconic aesthetic of the [classic original Atari system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-intellivision-sprint). In tribute to this stalwart relic of the past, Ben Heck created a fantastic looking portable [Xbox 360](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperkin) that captures the very essence of the ancient Atari right down to its wood paneling, two-way knobs and sharp angled corners. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Gaming Conversions:** Opportunity to reconfigure modern gaming consoles to resemble iconic retro gaming systems. - **Portable Gaming Systems:** Innovation in creating portable versions of gaming consoles for on-the-go gaming experiences. - **Nostalgic Gaming Aesthetics:** Demand for gaming consoles that capture the look and feel of classic retro gaming systems. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming Consoles:** Creating customized gaming consoles that appeal to retro gaming enthusiasts. - **Consumer Electronics:** Developing portable and visually appealing gaming devices for nostalgic gamers. - **Design and Manufacturing:** Opportunity to produce specialty gaming consoles with retro aesthetics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro-Inspired Handheld Game Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sup-game-box-400.md) - [Chic Retro Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-gamestation.md) - [Backwards-Compatible Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-7800-plus.md) - [Mobile Retro-Inspired Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-gamestation-go.md) - [Smartphone-Like Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-series-a.md) - [Modernized Nostalgic Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-gamestation-pro.md) - [Retro-Inspired Toy Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-atari-2600.md) - [Ultra-Compact Gamer Console Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiny-gaming-console.md) - [Freestanding Retro Gaming Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vectrex-mini.md)