# Optical Illusion Tic-Tac-Toe The XO Game By Noora Abu Eitah | Published 2008-06-27 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xo-game-design-playing-with-illusion References: [translate.google](http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http://www.trendsnow.net&langpair=fr|en&hl=fr&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&prev=/language_tools) Created by the Peleg Design studio, "XO" is a new game that adds a twist to the [classic game of tic-tac-toe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/innovative-game-collection). The game is composed of half-parts which are intact with their [reflections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kalegoidoscope). It's a simple idea for a simple game. I think this piece is beautiful and clever in its simplistic approach. It combines the [game of illusion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-box) and intelligence. In the age of video games and online gaming, I think going back to the basics is a wonderful thing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Optical Illusion Games:** Developing more games that utilize optical illusions could create unique and immersive gaming experiences. - **Reviving Classic Games:** Refreshing and reimagining traditional games like tic-tac-toe can bring nostalgia and novelty to the gaming industry. - **Simplistic Design:** Emphasizing simplicity in design can create visually appealing and intellectually stimulating products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy and Game Manufacturing:** Incorporating optical illusion games into the toy and game manufacturing industry can attract a new audience and spark innovation. - **Digital Gaming:** Integrating simple, classic games with modern technology in the digital gaming industry can provide a refreshing alternative to complex and immersive games. - **Design and Innovation Consulting:** Assisting companies in adopting simplistic design principles can help them create unique and attractive products across various industries. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Blockish Oversized Stacking Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tetris-tumble-xl.md) - [Intelligent Portable Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eifplay.md) - [Optical Illusion Mirrors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooptical.md) - [Engaging 3D Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foros-game.md) - [Phygital Kids Board Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tacto.md) - [Strategic Board Gameplay](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/witz.md) - [Inclusively Designed Chess Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dot-chess.md) - [Updated Traditional Game Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/admiral-clash.md) - [Interactive Gaming Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rubiks-wowcube.md)