A survey of 306 industry executives reveals that 72% believe Steam has a monopoly on the PC gaming market, with over 75% of their revenue coming from Steam sales, though many companies are planning to diversify their sales channels in the future.
A survey by Google Cloud and The Harris Poll reveals that 87% of game developers are using AI agents in their workflows, with widespread belief that AI is positively transforming the gaming industry by enhancing creativity, speeding up development processes, and changing player expectations, despite concerns over data ownership and IP rights.
A survey of over 3,000 game development professionals reveals that 50% are working at studios already using generative AI tools, with concerns about ethical use. While 42% of respondents are very concerned about the ethics of using generative AI in game development, 57% believe the impact of AI tools would be mixed. The primary uses for AI tools cited by developers include coding assistance, content creation efficiency, and automation of repetitive tasks. Additionally, the survey shows a decline in interest in blockchain technology and an increasing sentiment towards unionization in the game industry.