console GAMING UPDATES

 

2023.Q2

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • A spotlight on Roblox's challenges in today's market despite its dominance in the youth gaming market

  • A closer look at Baldur's Gate 3's success factors and why it may be difficult for other studios to emulate in today's market

  • An update on the state of esports

  • A closer look at how mobile gaming performed in H1 2023

  • An analysis of toxicity in games, why it is such a persistent issue, and what is being done to combat it

  • IDG's initial thoughts on the upcoming PlayStation Portal Remote Play handheld

Released: August 31, 2023

 

2023.Q1

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • A discussion on the right and wrong ways of sunsetting games

  • An update on the MSFT-ATVI deal and IDG thoughts based on the latest news

  • A SWOT analysis on UGC

  • The status of AI regulation in different countries

  • A discussion on the rise of older gamers and what implications it brings to the industry

Released: May 31, 2023

 

2022.Q4

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • A recap on the console market's performance during the holiday quarter

  • A closer look at the split between physical and digital game sales on console platforms in 2022, with detailed stats by platform and market

  • An updated forecast of the global cloud gaming market

  • An analysis of how PC gaming specification requirements have changed in recent  years

Released: February 28, 2023

 

2022.Q3

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • A closer look at how the games market have fared against previous recessions

  • A comparison of IDG's 2022 forecast at the beginning of the year vs. the current quarter's forecast

  • An analysis of hardware trends on PC and smartphone

  • An overview of cost cutting measures carried out in the industry thus far

  • An in-depth explanation of why IDG's console hardware forecast seems so pessimistic

  • The impact of Apple's store policies on NFTs in the mobile Web3 gaming market

  • An analysis of Sony's announcements pertaining to the upcoming release of PlayStation VR2

  • A look at how Meta's Horizon Worlds is doing after a year since the company rebranded itself

  • IDG's thoughts on Phil Spencer's recent comments on Xbox's business strategy

Released: November 18, 2022

2022.Q2

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • A post-mortem on Diablo Immortal and how it's had to perform a fine balancing act between the expectation of its core fanbase and that of mobile gamers

  • IDG's thoughts on how Activision Blizzard’s ongoing negative press may have an influence on the company’s recent earnings report

  • A deep dive into the success of MultiVersus and how it may help push forward the Fighting genre’s progress in adapting F2P models

  • An analysis on No Man’s Sky’s evolution since launch

  • A rare inside look into Tencent’s greenlight process

  • Insights into the growing sense of “platform anxiety” gamers today struggle with

  • IDG's thoughts on the PS5 price increase

In addition, this report features updated forecasts for the global Console gaming market.

Released: August 31, 2022

2022.Q1

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • Overview of announcements coming out of Summer Game Fest 2022

  • Analysis of Game Pass's value proposition in the face of game delays

  • A deep-dive into Nintendo's demographic, breaking out the company's consumer base by age and looking at how changes in their target audience might be reflected in the company's future strategy

  • IDG's thoughts on Sony's vs. Microsoft's approach to subscriptions, regional prioritization and consumer sentiment

  • Update on how a "return to normal" is affecting the games market

  • A heat map comparing global game markets based on which is the dominant platform--mobile, console, or PC

In addition, this report features updated forecasts for the global Console gaming market.

Released: June 30, 2022

2021.Q4

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • A deep dive on FromSoftware and Bandai Namco's Elden Ring, with insights on the game's open world design

  • A look at the current state of the fighting game genre, covering recent innovations and topics of interest for the future

  • A full refresh of IDG's cloud gaming forecast, along with key takeaways and an explanation of the methodology used

  • How sponsored content has grown in the past two years, as well as a breakdown of Twitch's Multiplayer Ads

  • Data on the market share of top genres for digital and physical software over the past decade, alongside IDG's thoughts on trends in the market

  • A holistic look at the state of accessibility in the gaming industry, with areas of improvements and details on how some of gaming's biggest companies have enhanced accessibility in their titles

In addition, this report features updated forecasts for the global Console gaming market.

Released: March 31, 2022

 

2021.Q3

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • A deep dive into the different types of metaverses that are prevalent in the games industry, the companies that are leading the charge and IDG's thoughts on the feasibility and potential of the metaverse

  • An analysis of the performance of digital-only consoles, with a spotlight on the Xbox series S in particular

  • An overview of the new Windows 11 OS and its potential impact on gaming

  • A deep dive into the value of IP and how it is being leveraged within the mobile games market

  • IDG's thoughts on the "Great Resignation" that has been occurring around the globe and its potential impact within the games industry

In addition, this report includes updates to IDG's 5-year games forecast, a round-up of relevant news and M&As, a timeline of major upcoming releases, and top titles/publishers.

Released: November 30, 2021

 

2021.Q2

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • Analysis of how much of the console market's growth is cyclical and how much due to Covid

  • Overview of how Covid has impacted game development and work culture

  • Comparison of the hybrid gaming options in the market

  • Deep-dive into Splitgate's success and the implications of similar fusion games on the market

  • Analysis of the 3 major next-gen shooters releasing in Q4 2021

In addition, this report includes updates to IDG's 5-year games forecast, a round-up of relevant news and M&As, a timeline of major upcoming releases, and top titles/publishers.

Released: September 30, 2021

 

2021.Q1

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • Coverage of E3, including IDG’s perspective on each major showcase and the future of the event

  • Insight into the lower than expected sales of PS5 and Xbox Series X|S hardware and software

  • Deep dive into what features have made PS5 titles stand out in terms of using next-gen features

  • Discussion of Sony and Microsoft's plans to support last-gen hardware

  • The continued success of the Switch and the potential launch of the Switch Pro

In addition, this report includes updates to IDG's 5-year games forecast, a round-up of relevant news and M&As, a timeline of major upcoming releases, and top titles/publishers.

Released: June 25, 2021

 

2020.Q4

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • Retrospective on IDG's predictions relating to Covid-19

  • Insights into the top console game titles in 2020

  • Analysis of the recent popularity of remakes and remasters

  • Summary of the upcoming EU Digital Content Directive and implications for the gaming space

  • Review of Sony and Microsoft's next-gen performance

In addition, this report includes updates to IDG's 5-year games forecast, a round-up of relevant news and M&As, a timeline of major upcoming releases, and top titles/publishers.

Released: March 31, 2021

 

2020.Q3

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • Challenges related to the launch of PS5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles

  • Discussion on several of Xbox's moves including Game Pass, a new partnership with GameStop, and the company's goals for the Japanese market

  • Analysis on the launch of major free-to-play games including Genshin Impact and Rocket League

  • Key market indicators from the launch of NBA 2K21's Mamba Forever Edition SKU

  • Insights on Nintendo's market strategies including digital shares, Disney Vault-style release for Super Mario 3D All Stars, and the transition to becoming a single platform company

In addition, this report includes updates to IDG's 5-year games forecast, a round-up of relevant news and M&As, a timeline of major upcoming releases, and top titles/publishers.

Released: November 30, 2020

2020.Q2

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • The possibility of $70 becoming the new price point for AAA new next-gen releases

  • PlayStation June Showcase, Xbox July Showcase and August State of Play announcements

  • A new wave of video game companies under scrutiny following reports of misconduct

  • Speculations surrounding a new Switch hardware model

  • The positive effect that Game Pass has had on game sales outside of the subscription

  • DLC platform exclusivity in today's current environment where cross-platform play is highly valued

In addition, this report includes updates to IDG's 5-year games forecast, a round-up of relevant news and M&As, a timeline of major upcoming releases, and top titles/publishers.

Released: August 28, 2020

2020.Q1

In this quarterly update, IDG covers the following topics in the Console Gaming market:

  • The expansion of gaming Metaverses, with Epic Games as one of the lead innovators of this new craze

  • The release of Activision Blizzard's Battle Royale game, Call of Duty: Warzone, and its impact on the Call of Duty franchise

  • Key features of the upcoming Unreal Engine 5 and its significance for development studios and next-gen games

  • Next-Gen console analysis, with a dissection and comparison of the PS5 and Xbox Series X hardware, detailing their respective CPU, GPU, RAM, SSD and retro-compatibility capabilities

  • Nintendo breaking records in Japan with Animal Crossing: New Horizons

  • Overview of the current subscription service landscape

In addition, this report includes updates to IDG's 5-year games forecast, a round-up of relevant news and M&As, a timeline of major upcoming releases, and top titles/publishers.

Released: June 4, 2020