# Bulky Gamer Extensions The XtendPlay Controller Accessory Offers a Cushioned Support By Meghan Young | Published 2010-12-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtendplay-controller-accessory References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2010/12/03/xtendplay-makes-your-controller-bigger-which-is-apparently-a-good-thing/) & [xwerxonline](http://www.xwerxonline.com/) Let's face it, many of us are spending more and more time in front of the television playing beloved video games; these individuals would probably benefit greatly from the XtendPlay Controller Accessory. This foamy extension for [PlayStation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airshock-playstation-controller) and [Xbox 360](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyperkin) controllers provides a comfortable cushion to rest your gut on. Priced at $19.99, only time will tell if the XtendPlay Controller Accessory is deemed as necessary as a padded mouse pad. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 15% | 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) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Gaming Comfort Accessories:** There is an opportunity to create more gaming-focused comfort accessories that provide extra support and cushioning to customers while they play. - **Affordable Gaming Accessories:** The demand for more affordable gaming accessories shows no signs of slowing down, presenting an opportunity for companies to create accessories with a lower price point. - **Customizable Gaming Accessories:** Gaming companies can create customizable accessories that cater to customers' preferences and needs, including the option for removable cushioning or personalized designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Gaming Accessories Industry:** There are opportunities for companies to expand their product lines to include more gaming-focused comfort accessories, affordable gaming accessories, and customizable gaming accessories. - **Sports and Fitness Industry:** The Sports and Fitness industry may find a new market in designing gaming-focused fitness gear that combines fitness and gaming to create a more active gaming experience that uses cushions for support. - **E-commerce Industry:** E-commerce companies can take advantage of the demand for gaming accessories by stocking and selling the latest and most innovative gaming-focused comfort accessories, affordable gaming accessories, and customizable gaming accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Inflatable Gaming Console Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airshock-playstation-controller.md) - [Spherically Designed Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cgamepad.md) - [Contoured Gamer Support Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neochi-pillow-for-gaming.md) - [Gamer-Targeted Pillows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-pillow.md) - [Accommodating Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flex-controller.md) - [Ergonomic Customization Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-gaming-controller.md) - [Customizable Controller Attachments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-button-attachment.md) - [Accessible Controller Expansion Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microsoft-adaptive-controller.md) - [Versatile Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-gaming-controller.md)