1、The PC&ConsoleGaming Report20242024 Newzoo.All rights reserved.Copyright&Redistribution Notice2024 Newzoo.All rights reserved.The content of this report is created with due care by Newzoo and protected by copyrights.This report,or any portion thereof,may not be reproduced,distributed,or transmitted

2、in any form or by any means,without the express written permission of Newzoo,including photocopying,recording,or otherelectronic or mechanical methods.Reproducing,distributing,and/or transmitting this report,or anyportion thereof,for commercial purposes is explicitly prohibited.2The state of PC and

3、console gaming in 2024Welcome to the second edition of Newzoos annual PC and console report.Last year saw many highly anticipated and delayed games make landfall while significant layoffs cast a shadow over the industry.The market did recover after a slight dip in 2022,but truly significant growth i

4、s still not on the immediate horizon.Playtime is on the decline in 2024,and market consolidation is pushing more eyes and cash into the hands of fewer games and studios.Despite all of this,we remain cautiously optimistic.There are many ways to stay in the game,especially as emerging markets bring ne

5、w players to the fore and gaming weaves itself more into the mainstream.Breakout hits like Baldurs Gate 3show that well-developed games that understand and respect their player bases while offering depth can still make their mark.In this report,we explore the state of the market today,providing insi

6、ght to help stand out in a tough market.Aside from getting into trends like a downturn in playtime,this report offers insight into potential opportunities in 2024 and beyond.We also explore recent hit games to zoom in on shared best practices.This free resource draws from the Newzoo Platform,focusin