The rise of video games *dum dum dum*
“A winner is you!”, “Uh-oh! The truck have started to move!” , “CONGRATULATION THIS STORY IS A HAPPY END!”. How many times did we all hear those sentences while playing videos games! But this is what you should really know about the rise of video games.
Legacy and new technology
A huge part of video game marketing growth is due to the passion to maintain the legacy of videos games. The early market for games was in the arcade sector, which thus established the first shift to be associated with video games and those could be played in public places for a small fee. For example, if in the beginning video games was created just to satisfy the children, now they are designed to satisfy the generation of up to 50 years or older both.
Parents and kids
We’ve all read articles focusing on the negative side of video games, and how it’s negatively affecting kids. We like to surprise you:
- 63% of parents say video games are a positive part of their child’s life.
- 59% of parents whose children are gamers play computer and video games with their children at least weekly
- 91% of parents are present when games are purchased or rented
Gamer vs. Game Player
With the rise of video games is the title of Gamer vs. Game Player. Pew conducted a study highligting the link between playing video games and identify as a “Gamer” is not as strong as you might think.
- 49% of American adults play video games
- 60% of adults who play video games believe that most video game players are men.
- 33% of men aged 18-29 would describe themselves as gamers
Needless to say, a lot of us wear the title of “Gamer” as a badge of honor. Are you a gamer? If so, share with us you’re favorite game, and let us know why you love it so much!