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Dive into the Data! GamesIndustry.biz Reveals The Year In Numbers 2024

2024-12-20

Author: Olivia

As the holiday season approaches, it's that delightful time of year when we dive into data, dissecting the world of video games through vibrant pie charts and eye-catching bar graphs. This year's annual infographic from GamesIndustry.biz is here, encapsulating the state of the video game market and providing insights that every gamer and industry enthusiast will want to see.

Thanks to our partners and data experts who have generously shared their insights, we are thrilled to bring you an extensive breakdown of key statistics for 2024. Here’s what you can expect to find in the comprehensive infographic:

Global Market Valuation

Discover the staggering worth of the video games market, with figures compiled from trusted sources like Newzoo that highlight growth trends and investment opportunities.

Revenue Insights

A detailed comparison of boxed versus digital game revenues reveals shifting consumer preferences in our increasingly online world.

Mobile Gaming Titans

We identify the top-performing mobile games, influential publishers, and leading countries by revenue and downloads, showcasing the dominance of mobile gaming in 2024, with data gathered from Sensor Tower.

Best-Selling Titles

What games captured audiences the most this year? Find out as we break down the best-selling games across the UK, US, and Japan, utilizing data from Nielsen GfK, Circana, and Famitsu.

Media Coverage and Industry Spotlight

Which games and companies generated the most buzz? We present the most covered titles and brands, based on insights from ICO via Footprints and analysis from over 18,000 websites.

Influencer Impact

With the rise of social media, it’s essential to see who has the most clout. Here, we highlight the biggest gaming influencers on YouTube, the most-watched trailers and promotional videos, as well as the trending video games dominating TikTok, thanks to Fancensus.

The “Year In Numbers 2024” infographic isn’t just a collection of data; it reflects the evolving landscape of the gaming industry, highlighting consumer behavior, the impact of social media, and mobile gaming's relentless rise.

Get ready to immerse yourself in this sea of statistics—because trust us, the insights are worth exploring! Don't miss your chance to see how the gaming world has transformed this year; check out the infographic below and gear up for what lies ahead in 2025!