Analysts reveal a vast majority of PC gamers are shying away from games released in the last few years

In a nutshell: Many game developers and publishers have increasingly focused on the PC market, recognizing its growing importance. A recent market analysis highlights the expanding potential of "computer games," offering valuable insights into the PC userbase and their preferences. This data paints a clearer picture of the evolving gaming landscape and the shifting priorities of the industry. PC Gamer reports that recent market research from analysis firm Newzoo shows that the PC gaming sector remains stronger than ever, surpassing consoles in popularity. During an upcoming GDC keynote, Newzoo Consulting Director Ben Porter will highlight that the PC gaming base has topped 907 million players. Interestingly, about 92 percent are more drawn to older titles from a few years ago. According to PC Gamer's advance copy of the report, there were an estimated 873.5 million PC players in 2023. This count grew to 907.5 million in 2024. Meanwhile, the console players are around 653 million, sho ... Read full article.