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Role-Playing Games (RPGs) represent the highest-revenue genre in the global gaming market as of 2022. The genre is characterized by deep character development, party-based mechanics, and progression systems centered on quests and combat. While RPGs are played across all platforms, they maintain a strong presence on PC and console, where they consistently rank among the top genres for monthly active users. The demographic profile of the RPG audience is predominantly male, accounting for 58% of players, and skews toward younger age groups, with 59% of the player base falling between the ages of 10 and 30. Engagement patterns reveal that RPG players are highly active, averaging 18.8 sessions per month. The genre also demonstrates significant cross-genre appeal, with high player overlap in the adventure, shooter, and battle royale categories. High magical fantasy remains the most popular thematic element, utilized by 63% of the player base, while skill and talent trees serve as the most prevalent gameplay mechanic. Monetization within the RPG space is dominated by pay-to-play models, which reach 97% of the player base, followed closely by in-app purchases at 90%. Geographically, the United States and Japan lead in monthly active users on PC and console. The genre also maintains a robust live-streaming presence, generating 205 million hours watched across platforms like Twitch and Facebook Gaming in June 2022. These insights are derived from data covering 37 markets, excluding China and India, and utilize proprietary gamer segmentation to analyze player motivations, viewing habits, and engagement metrics across the broader gaming ecosystem.
NewzooJan 2025
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Newzoo's Generations Report: How Different Generations Engage with Games
The report examines how gaming engagement varies across generational cohorts, drawing on a representative online sample of 72,068 respondents from 33 global markets (North America, EMEA, APAC). Data were collected via Computer Assisted Web Interviewing between January and April 2021. Findings show that younger generations devote a larger share of leisure time to gaming, with Gen Z and Millennials spending 11–12% of their free time on games versus 18% for Baby Boomers. Weekly playtime averages 7 hours and 20 minutes for Gen Z, 6 hours and 30 minutes for Millennials, dropping to just over 2 hours for Baby Boomers. Gaming remains the dominant entertainment medium across all ages, though motivations shift: younger players cite competition, socializing and achievement, while older players prioritize relaxation. Platform preferences differ markedly; Gen Z spends 77% of gaming spend on mobile, whereas Baby Boomers allocate 73% to PC. Younger gamers also engage more with game‑related content, with 71–67% of Gen Z and Millennials both playing and watching games, compared to 44–51% for older cohorts. Persona segmentation reveals that “Ultimate Gamers” and “Community Gamers” dominate among Gen Z, whereas older groups are more likely to be “Time‑Fillers” or “Bargain Buyers.” The report highlights the metaverse as a growing trend, with 70% of Gen Z and 63% of Millennials expecting to spend more time in virtual worlds. Overall, the study underscores a generational shift toward immersive, social gaming experiences and signals expanding opportunities for brands to reach diverse gamer audiences.
NewzooJan 2025
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Power of Play: 2025 Global Video Games Report
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Video Games EuropeJan 2025
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Global Gamer Study 2024: How Consumers Engage with Games Today
This analysis examines global consumer engagement with video games, drawing on data from over 73,000 surveyed individuals across 36 markets. The findings reveal that gaming has become a dominant pillar of modern entertainment, with 80% of the total online population playing games and 85% engaging with the medium through playing, viewing content, or participating in social communities. Engagement is highest among younger demographics; over 90% of Gen Alpha and Gen Z consumers are game enthusiasts, with Gen Alpha notably spending more time on gaming (5.2 hours per week) than on social media. The data highlights a significant shift in how different generations and genders interact with the medium. While Adventure is the top genre for Gen Alpha, Gen Z, and Millennials, younger female players are increasingly likely to invest in pay-to-play titles, challenging traditional industry stereotypes. On PC and console platforms, players are motivated primarily by vast open worlds and deep storytelling. These platforms also attract higher-spending audiences compared to mobile; 22% of console players spend more than $25 per month, and over half are classified as medium-to-high spenders. Despite a market where a small number of established franchises capture the majority of playtime, a vital segment of "new game seekers" remains. Approximately 31% of PC and console players actively hunt for trending titles. This cohort is highly valuable, as 80% of them spend money on games monthly and they are 50% more engaged than the average player. Geographically, this appetite for new experiences is strongest in emerging markets like China, India, and Saudi Arabia, while more mature markets like Japan and Western Europe show more conservative play patterns. The findings suggest that success in a competitive landscape requires moving beyond playable experiences to engage consumers across multiple dimensions, including social media, creator content, and transmedia brands.
NewzooJul 2024