http://www.trendhunter.com/games Video Games and Consoles en-us Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:51:43 GMT http://cdn.trendhunterstatic.com/TrendHunterLogo120x30.gif http://www.trendhunter.com/games 120 30 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screenfree-interactive-gaming (TrendHunter.com) Screen-free interactive gaming reflects the growing demand for children's entertainment that combines engagement, learning and interactivity without relying on screens. Through the Tonieplay...]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2026 20:15:06 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screenfree-interactive-gaming http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Mr-Magpie (TrendHunter.com) Mr. Magpie’s Harmless card game introduces a distinctive approach to horror gaming by combining Minesweeper-style deduction, roguelike deckbuilding, and workplace satire. Rather than relying on...]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:44:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Mr-Magpie http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Expanded-franchise-storytelling (TrendHunter.com) Expanded franchise storytelling is transforming how game publishers approach remasters and legacy titles. Rather than simply updating graphics and performance, Halo: Campaign Evolved introduces...]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2026 13:32:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Expanded-franchise-storytelling http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creatorinspired-board-games (TrendHunter.com) Creator-inspired board games are gaining momentum with the launch of MrBeast: The Ultimate Game, a party game that translates the creator's challenge-based content into an interactive at-home...]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:33:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creatorinspired-board-games http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-series-x25-limited-edition (TrendHunter.com) The XBOX Series X25 Limited Edition video game console is being released by the brand as an anniversary model that marks 25 years of the gaming console. The unit starts off with a translucent...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:17:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbox-series-x25-limited-edition http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/june-2026-games (TrendHunter.com) These June 2026 games trends highlight how the gaming industry is continuing to blend nostalgia-driven experiences with immersive next-generation gameplay. Across console gaming, puzzle-based...]]> Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:02:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/june-2026-games http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/board-inch-touchscreen (TrendHunter.com) Board, a New York-based startup focused on in-person interactive gaming, raised $20 million in Series A funding led by Union Square Ventures to expand its “together tech” platform. The...]]> Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:11:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/board-inch-touchscreen http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belkin-charging-grip (TrendHunter.com) The Belkin Charging Grip for the Nintendo Switch 2 is a feature-rich accessory for gamers to incorporate into their video game setup as a way to extend their playing time in a simple, intuitive...]]> Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:00:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/belkin-charging-grip http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ea-sports-fc-26 (TrendHunter.com) EA SPORTS FC 26 launched ‘The World’s Game’ update, adding 53 fully licensed national teams, including newly partnered Brazil, Turkey, Spain and Portugal, along with a 48-team standalone...]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:21:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ea-sports-fc-26 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Mobile-sports-simulation (TrendHunter.com) Mobile sports simulation gaming is bringing console-quality sports experiences to smartphones by combining realistic gameplay with collectible team-building mechanics. MLB The Show Mobile extends...]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:07:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Mobile-sports-simulation http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzzwheel (TrendHunter.com) Social events often rely on spontaneous energy, but it can be difficult to keep everyone engaged beyond casual conversation -- BuzzWheel introduces a structured way for people to inject...]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:22:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzzwheel http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flybar-darts-180 (TrendHunter.com) Darts is a game that needs nothing more than a steady hand and a sharp eye, and The Social Gaming Group's Flybar Darts 180 is a first-of-its-kind darts system that enhances the timeless experience...]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:12:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flybar-darts-180 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redividers-daily-word-challenge (TrendHunter.com) Wordplay becomes more engaging when it moves beyond simple definitions into structural thinking -- Redividers Daily Word Challenge builds on this idea by asking users to break a single word into...]]> Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:04:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redividers-daily-word-challenge http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/college-football-27 (TrendHunter.com) EA SPORTS unveiled the cover athletes for EA SPORTS College Football 27, naming Oregon quarterback Dante Moore, Miami wide receiver Malachi Toney and Ole Miss running back Kewan Lacy as the...]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2026 07:20:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/college-football-27 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifestyle-gaming-ecosystems (TrendHunter.com) Lifestyle gaming ecosystems are expanding as entertainment companies look beyond their core products to engage consumers across multiple aspects of daily life. Nintendo's latest update to Nintendo...]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:16:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifestyle-gaming-ecosystems http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-rog-xbox-ally-x20-bundle (TrendHunter.com) The ASUS ROG XBOX Ally X20 Bundle has been formally announced by the brand in celebration of the 20th anniversary of the tech brand's sub-brand that shows off a special edition console with...]]> Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:26:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asus-rog-xbox-ally-x20-bundle http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splash-sports (TrendHunter.com) Splash Sports has launched its World Cup Soccer Tournament Survivor contest with more than $3 million in prizes, including a $2 million Standard Entry at a $100 buy-in and a $1 million High Stakes...]]> Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:18:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splash-sports http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-nitro-blaze-link (TrendHunter.com) The Acer Nitro Blaze Link handheld video game console is a streaming-focused piece of hardware that's engineered to help users enjoy their favorite streaming service titles. The handheld takes a...]]> Sat, 30 May 2026 06:47:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-nitro-blaze-link http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Cross-platform-memberships (TrendHunter.com) Cross-platform memberships are becoming more common as Xbox and Discord deepen their partnership by combining gaming subscriptions, community features, and premium rewards. The latest collaboration...]]> Sat, 30 May 2026 05:47:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Cross-platform-memberships http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-predator-atlas-8 (TrendHunter.com) The Acer Predator Atlas 8 handheld gaming PC is a powerful piece of mobile entertainment equipment engineered with performance in mind to work well for avid players alike. The handset puts an...]]> Fri, 29 May 2026 04:09:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acer-predator-atlas-8 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grow-a-garden-calculator (TrendHunter.com) In Roblox farming games like Grow A Garden, understanding crop value and trade fairness can be confusing. Grow A Garden Calculator solves this by instantly evaluating crops and helping players make...]]> Thu, 28 May 2026 08:50:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grow-a-garden-calculator http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dora-star-explorer (TrendHunter.com) Nex Playground, known for its AI-powered active gaming system, is introducing voice-based features alongside immersive motion-sensing gameplay in its newly launched Dora Star Explorer. Exclusively...]]> Thu, 28 May 2026 04:02:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dora-star-explorer http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pictonico (TrendHunter.com) Nintendo offered a look at a chaotic new microgame launching soon for mobile devices and tablets, Pictonico!, that turns camera roll photos into silly, rapid-fire games. With this free-to-start...]]> Mon, 25 May 2026 16:30:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pictonico http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayaneo-konkr-pocket-block (TrendHunter.com) The Ayaneo Konkr Pocket Block video game handheld has been debuted as a modernized take on the humble Game Boy to help keep its aesthetic alive, while also accommodating for the gaming needs of...]]> Mon, 25 May 2026 14:46:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayaneo-konkr-pocket-block http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-gaming-headsets (TrendHunter.com) LucidSound, a sub-brand of PowerA, has released the LS500 Wireless Gaming Headset. This modern device is engineered for extended wear and effortless switching between gaming systems, computers, and...]]> Sun, 24 May 2026 06:11:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-gaming-headsets http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Fenris-Creations (TrendHunter.com) The company behind EVE Online is entering a new chapter under the name Fenris Creations, marking its return to independent ownership while introducing the ‘AI Sandbox Simulations’ microtrend...]]> Fri, 22 May 2026 13:04:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Fenris-Creations http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Customizable-console-bundles (TrendHunter.com) Customizable console bundles are reshaping gaming retail by giving consumers more flexibility in how they purchase hardware and digital content. Nintendo’s Switch 2 “Choose Your Game Bundle”...]]> Fri, 22 May 2026 11:52:05 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Customizable-console-bundles http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-g02 (TrendHunter.com) The Lenovo G02 retro gaming handset is an entertainment solution positioned as a cost-effective option for consumers to pick up when looking for a way to enjoy nostalgic gaming experiences. The...]]> Fri, 22 May 2026 02:38:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lenovo-g02 http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Condensed-franchise-mobile-gaming (TrendHunter.com) Condensed franchise mobile gaming reflects how major gaming franchises are being redesigned for mobile-first audiences through shorter gameplay sessions, simplified controls, and live-service...]]> Thu, 21 May 2026 12:06:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Condensed-franchise-mobile-gaming http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Artistic-museum-simulators (TrendHunter.com) Artistic museum simulators are expanding the role of creative self-expression in management and world-building games. The new ‘Arty-Facts’ expansion for Two Point Museum allows players to...]]> Tue, 19 May 2026 14:36:04 GMT http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Artistic-museum-simulators