Video Games in the UK - Industry Research Report

Winning game: Industry revenue is expected to rise in 2023-24 due to continued uptake of the newest generation of consoles

Video games have become a common form of entertainment for a large proportion of the population. They are played by all age groups and demographics, offering operators a wide potential market. Mobile phone gaming has made games more accessible to people who would otherwise not be inclined to buy console or PC games. User-friendly devices, such as tablets and smartphones, are encouraging older generations to play.

The Video Games industry includes the broader operations of all video games industries in the United Kingdom. Gaming consoles, games made for those consoles and games produced specifically for personal computers make up the retail segment of the industry. The development and manufacture of games, consoles and accessories also constitutes a notable share of the market. Revenue from online gaming subscriptions complements industry products.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.