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Young Americans Reduce Video Game Spending in 2024 Amid Rising Prices

Originally Published 6 months ago — by IGN

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Young Americans are spending 25% less on video games this year compared to last, driven by economic challenges like unemployment and high credit delinquency, despite ongoing industry profits and upcoming game releases; the trend reflects broader declines in discretionary spending among this demographic amid industry layoffs and rising game costs.

Young Americans Reduce Video Game Spending Significantly in 2024

Originally Published 6 months ago — by GamesIndustry.biz

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Spending on video games among 18-24 year-olds in the US has dropped nearly 25% year-over-year, driven by economic pressures like job market challenges and debt, with the decline in gaming expenditure outpacing other tech-related spending, amid rising hardware and software costs in the industry.