Bain & Company Finds Only 20% of Gamers Actively Pursue New Releases
The worldwide market for gaming software has been expanding at a steady compound annual growth rate of roughly three percent over the last four years, and analysts expect that momentum to continue for the next four‑year horizon. Yet, despite this healthy financial trajectory, player behavior reveals a striking conservatism: about two‑thirds of gamers stick to familiar franchises or sequels, while…
Aug. 18, 2026, 1 p.m.