# Diverse Console Avatars The New Xbox Live Avatars are More Diverse Than Ever By Joey Haar | Published 2017-06-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-live-avatars References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2017/6/14/15799064/new-microsoft-xbox-live-avatars-diversity-customization-featuresv) Since releasing its Xbox Live Avatars in 2008, [Microsoft](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avatars-for-microsoft-teams) has gradually released small updates to the simple characters, but at this year's E3 conference, the massive tech company announced its plan for a major overhaul of the online proxies. Aside from updates to the Xbox Live Avatars' graphics, behaviors, and add-ons, Microsoft has placed a clear emphasis on diversity for the upcoming avatar changes. In a press video released at E3, Microsoft showed off some of the newest features. The video opens up with an avatar that has a prosthetic arm, and it continues on to show characters of all colors, body types, and abilities (including an avatar in a wheelchair.) The video even includes a pregnant avatar. There are less political updates to the avatars as well, including a color picking feature for designing clothing and accessories and new add-ons like [a VR headset](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-wireless-headset), a motorcycle, a skateboard, and even a majestic steed. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Diverse Avatars:** Technology companies can capitalize on the demand for more diversity among avatars and create inclusive digital platforms. - **Avatar Personalization:** Consumers are seeking more personalization options for avatars, presenting opportunities to create new customization features. - **Inclusive Design:** Designers can incorporate inclusive design principles to create products that cater to a diverse range of users. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming Industry:** Game developers can update their avatars to include more diverse options and types of add-ons, revolutionizing avatar design in the gaming industry. - **Fashion Industry:** Fashion and lifestyle brands can capitalize on the new color picking feature to create branded clothing and accessories for avatars. - **Tech Industry:** Other technology companies can follow Microsoft's example by prioritizing diversity and inclusion in their digital products, improving the user experience for a wider range of consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3D Video Call Avatars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avatars-for-microsoft-teams.md) - [Lifelike 3D Metaverse Avatars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-avatars.md) - [Artful Diverse Gaming Backgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-celebrates.md) - [Accessibility-Focused Gaming Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/players-with-disabilities.md) - [Personalized Console Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-design-lab.md) - [TikTok Avatar Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiktok-avatars.md) - [Video Conferencing Avatar Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cartoon-avatar.md) - [Faceless 3D Avatars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anonymouz.md) - [Cartoon Avatar Digital Meetings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoom-avatar.md)