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Video Games Remain Lifelong Source of Entertainment for 190.6 Million Americans
Annual data from the ESA reveal video games’ cultural and social emotional impact holds strong across generations.
05.16.2024
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U.S. Children Say They Want Video Games More Than Anything Else This Holiday Season
The Entertainment Software Association Shares Recommendations for Parents to Help Keep Families Safely and Responsibly Enjoy Video Games The Entertainment […]
11.20.2023
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Global Report Reveals Positive Benefits of Video Gameplay
New report outlines the social, mental and emotional benefits of gameplay according to academic research and affirmed by a survey […]
10.10.2023
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Video Games Inspire Connection, Community and the Player in Us All – Essential Facts 2023 Key Findings
Last month, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) launched the 2023 Essential Facts About the U.S. Video Game Industry report, which […]
08.23.2023
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Video Games Remain America’s Favorite Pastime With More Than 212 Million Americans Playing Regularly
MEDIA CONTACT: Crosby Armstrong Carmstrong@theesa.com 202-903-2318 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 10, 2023 New research from the ESA shows breadth and […]
07.10.2023
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U.S. Consumer Video Game Spending Totaled $56.6 Billion in 2022
Overall total consumer spending on video games in the United States totaled $56.6 billion in 2022 as video game sales stabilize following back-to-back record years in 2020 and 2021, according to new data released today by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) and The NPD Group.
01.17.2023
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2022 Essential Facts About the Video Game Industry
2022 Essential Facts About the Video Game Industry highlights how millions of Americans turn to video games for connection, educational enrichment and entertainment.
06.07.2022
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Nearly All Americans Now View Video Game Play as Beneficial Following COVID-19 Lockdowns
New research shows uptick in recognizing diverse benefits of video games, including bringing people of different backgrounds together, improving cognitive […]
06.07.2022
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Report: The Guide to Esports
The Growing World of Esports Esports, also known as competitive gaming, is revolutionizing how consumers watch, follow and engage with […]
12.14.2021
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2021 Essential Facts About the Video Game Industry
This year's 2021 Essential Facts About the Video Game Industry confirms that, in the last year during the global pandemic, people from all walks of life reached for video games to find joy, connection and a sense of belonging.
07.13.2021
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2020 Essential Facts About the Video Game Industry
ESA's 2020 Essential Facts About the Video Game Industry answers frequently asked questions like who plays video games, why do people play video games and how and when do people play?
07.15.2020
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Video Game Industry Impact: California
California is famous for many things–including a vibrant video game industry. There are more than 619 video game company locations in […]
07.03.2020