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Physically Sold Video Games - North America

North America

In North America, revenue in the Physically Sold Video Games market market is projected to reach US$3.81bn in 2024.
Revenue is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of -0.37%, resulting in a projected market volume of US$3.74bn by 2029.
In North America, the number of users in the Physically Sold Video Games market market is expected to amount to 116.0m users by 2029.
User penetration in the Physically Sold Video Games market market in North America is expected to be at 23.4% in 2024.
The average revenue per user (ARPU) in this market is expected to amount to US$31.90.
In global comparison, most revenue will be generated the United States, amounting to US$3,327.00m in 2024.
In North America, the resurgence of retro gaming is reshaping the physically sold video games market, as consumers increasingly seek nostalgia-driven experiences.

Key regions: India, China, Europe, Japan, Asia

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Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the Games market, which is divided into Physically Sold Video Games and Digital Video Games. Physically Sold Video Games comprises revenues associated with in-person purchases of video games in retail stores. All monetary figures refer to consumer spending on digital goods or subscriptions in the respective market. This spending factors in discounts, margins, and taxes.

Modeling approach / market size:

The market size is determined through a bottom-up approach. We use annual financial reports of the market-leading companies and industry associations, third-party studies and reports, survey results from our primary research (e.g., Consumer Insights), as well as performance factors (e.g., user penetration, price per product, usage) to analyze the markets. To estimate the market size for each country individually, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific industry associations, such as various macroeconomic indicators, historical developments, current trends, and reported performance indicators of key market players. In particular, we consider average prices and annual purchase frequencies.

Forecasts:

We apply a variety of forecasting techniques, depending on the behavior of the relevant market. For instance, the S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing are well suited for forecasting digital products and services due to the non-linear growth of technology adoption. The main drivers are GDP per capita, consumer spending per capita, and 4G coverage.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice a year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is considered at a country-specific level. The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year. In some cases, the data is updated on an ad hoc basis (e.g., when new, relevant data has been released or significant changes within the market have an impact on the projected development). Consumer Insights data is reweighted for representativeness.