Bain & Co Report: Only 20% of Gamers Actively Hunt for 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 persist for the next four‑year horizon. Yet, despite this healthy financial backdrop, player behavior reveals a striking conservatism: about two‑thirds of gamers gravitate toward familiar franchises or sequels, …
Aug. 18, 2026, 1 p.m.