Action Packed Costumes For Gamers

Apparently, playing video games is the new national past-time! According to the Entertainment Software Association (ESA), more than 65% of American households play computer or video games and in total spend more than 9 billion dollars on games, a three-fold increase since 1996.
Everyone loves to play video games, not just the kids; EAS reports that the average game player is 35 years old and has been playing for 13 years. And, not all fit the male "gamer" image - 40% are women.

When Halloween or a video gamer convention rolls around, gamers always seem to want to dress up as one of their favorite characters.
Spending so many hours playing online, on consoles, or on handheld devices, it's no wonder why they are influenced! While some people might frown on the influence and even put limits on "screen time", 63% of parents believe that video games have a positive impact on their children according to EAS. So, go ahead and dress up in a video game costume and enjoy all the fantasy and fun. A top choice in game costumes are the characters from Mario Brother's franchise, especially Mario and Luigi. Suiting up in a Mario costume or a Luigi costume is a "rated everyone" choice that is suitable for the entire family. Get into character the easy way by purchasing a pre-packaged Halloween costume or come up with a homemade version accented by great costume accessories. Mario wears blue overalls with a long-sleeved red shirt and "M" cap and Luigi also wears blue overalls but with a green shirt and "L" cap. Oversized, white cartoon gloves and a faux mustache complete the look.

Another good costume idea for video game events, especially for teens and adults, is to dress up as a character from any of the Halo Games, especially the Master Chief. Originally a DC Comic superhero, this video game character creates a fierce façade for any gaming spree. A replica Master Chief Halloween costume features a fully padded body with body amour and helmet.
Because Master Chief is known as a weapon expert, include some intimidating faux weapons with your Halo costume such as rifles, flame throwers, rocket launders and more.