"UK Gaming Market Dominated by EA FC 24 and PS5 in 2023"
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EA FC 24, the rebranded version of Fifa, was the best-selling video game in the UK in 2023, selling 2.25 million copies. Despite a name change, the game retained its popularity, with experts attributing its success to deals allowing the use of player likenesses and accurate replica kits. Digital purchases accounted for about 90% of gaming revenue, with overall gaming sales increasing by 2.9% in 2023, while physical game sales fell by 4.4%.
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