Gaming Console Market

Gaming Console Market Size By Product (Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, and Others), By Application (Non-gaming and Gaming), and By Distribution Channel (Offline Distribution Channel and Online Distribution Channel), Regions, Global Industry Analysis, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast 2024 to 2033

Base Year: 2023 Historical Data: 2020-22
  • Report ID: TBI-14298
  • Published Date: Apr, 2024
  • Pages: 237
  • Category: Information Technology & Semiconductors
  • Format: PDF
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The global gaming console market was valued at USD 26.7 billion in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 9.1% from 2024 to 2033. It is expected to reach USD 63.7 billion by 2033. Several factors, such as shifting consumer preferences, technological developments, and an increased emphasis on gaming as entertainment, have combined to drive the market's notable expansion. Technological developments have been a key factor in the market's expansion.

Market Introduction:

A gaming console is a specialised computer meant mostly for video game play. Unlike a personal computer, a gaming console is designed to display images, carry out game mechanics, and provide a fluid, interactive experience. Usually, the device consists of one or more controllers for player input and a main unit that links to a display screen, like a television. Consoles are now multipurpose entertainment centres with various capabilities like social network integration, digital content downloads, and internet access. It also has a proprietary environment with unique games, internet services, and accessories. With plug-and-play simplicity, carefully selected game libraries, and ease of use, gaming consoles are popular for casual and hardcore gamers. More potent, complex, and immersive gaming experiences result from console makers' constant innovation and advancement of their products' hardware and software technologies. The most notable technical development in game consoles has been the graphics technology; graphics quality has significantly improved from 8-bit graphics in early systems to 4K resolutions in contemporary consoles.

Gaming Console Market Size

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Recent Development

In April 2021, Sony unveiled the PlayStation 5 in China. The digital-only edition will cost 3,099 yuan, while the disc version will cost 3,899 yuan ($602). Pre-orders for Sony's system will open on April 29 and go live in China on May 15.

In July 2021, Nintendo Switch's rival, Steam Deck, is Valve's brand-new mobile gaming platform. Operating on its own SteamOS, Steam Deck is a compact PC gaming system. Despite sharing a similar size factor with earlier gaming systems, it is more powerful than the Nintendo Switch.

Market Dynamics:

Drivers

High demand for gaming consoles- The extra benefits and features of the consoles—like the ability to use them as entertainment consoles instead of just gaming consoles—are among the main factors driving the market's expansion. The benefits of multifunctional consoles are downloading videos, browsing the internet, playing games, and listening to music. During the projected period, there will be a high demand for gaming console services due to these advantages.

Restraints:

High cost- The high prices of the devices on the market and the expensive games that must be purchased separately to use these consoles are expected to impede growth overall. This element will make expanding the gaming console market more difficult.

Opportunities:

Advancements and innovation- The projection period has lucrative prospects for market players due to breakthroughs in wireless connectivity, technical advancements, and the creation of innovative product offerings. The future expansion of the gaming console market will also be aided by the creative marketing techniques used by experts and developers to promote 3D video games, as well as by rising gaming industry investment and the rise in "MMOGs" (massively multiplayer online gaming options).

Regional segmentation analysis:

The regions analyzed for the market include North America, Europe, South America, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa. Asia Pacific emerged as the largest global market for gaming consoles, with a 39.7% market revenue share in 2023.

Due to the growing popularity of gaming among the youth in the region, especially in nations like China, Japan, South Korea, and India, Asia Pacific accounted for the largest proportion. The popularity of gaming as a stress-relieving and entertainment medium has led to an increase in the demand for gaming consoles. The growing popularity of online gaming is another factor contributing to the market's expansion. Demand has increased due to the region's players choosing online gaming more and more due to the quick expansion of the internet and mobile devices. Another important factor driving the market has been the expansion of the esports sector in the area.

Asia Pacific Region Gaming Console Market Share in 2023 - 39.7%

 

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Product Segment Analysis

The product segment is divided into Xbox, playStation, nintendo, and others. The PlayStation segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 34% in 2023. The consistent advancement of PlayStation hardware is responsible for the company's growth. With each new generation, the platform's processing power, graphics capabilities, and user interface have significantly improved, giving players access to more immersive and interesting gaming environments.

Application Segment Analysis

The application segment is divided into non-gaming and gaming. The gaming segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 59% in 2023. With so many console makers and game developers utilising the potential of applications to produce fresh and inventive gaming experiences, gaming applications have grown in importance.

Distribution Channel Segment Analysis

The distribution channel segment is divided into offline distribution channel and online distribution channel. The online distribution channel segment dominated the market, with a market share of around 55% in 2023. The simplicity of buying and downloading games straight from consoles and the growing appeal of online gaming are what propel the segment's expansion.

Some of the Key Market Players:
  • Atari Inc.
  • Cooler Master Co. Ltd.
  • Dell Technologies
  • Hyperkin Inc.
  • Logitech Inc.
  • Microsoft Corp.
  • NVIDIA Corporation
  • PlayJam
  • Redragon
  • Rockstar Games Inc.
  • Sony Corp.
  • Tencent Games
  • Valve Corp.
  • Sega Holdings Co. Ltd.
  • Nintendo Co. Ltd.

Report Description:

Attribute Description
Market Size Revenue (USD Billion)
Market size value in 2023 USD 26.7 Billion
Market size value in 2033 USD 63.7 Billion
CAGR (2024 to 2033) 9.1%
Historical data 2020-2022
Base Year 2023
Forecast 2024-2033
Region The regions analyzed for the market are Asia Pacific, Europe, South America, North America, and Middle East & Africa. Furthermore, the regions are further analyzed at the country level.
Segments Product, Application, Distribution Channel

Frequesntly Asked Questions

As per The Brainy Insights, the size of the gaming console market was valued at USD 26.7 billion in 2023 to USD 63.7 billion by 2033.

The global gaming console market is growing at a CAGR of 9.1% during the forecast period 2024-2033.

Asia Pacific emerged as the largest gaming console market.

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This study forecasts global, regional, and country revenue from 2020 to 2033. The Brainy Insights has segmented the global gaming console market based on the below-mentioned segments:

Global Gaming Console Market By Product:

  • Xbox
  • PlayStation
  • Nintendo
  • Others

Global Gaming Console Market By Application:

  • Non-gaming
  • Gaming  

Global Gaming Console Market By Distribution Channel:

  • Offline Distribution Channel
  • Online Distribution Channel   

Global Gaming Console Market By Region:                                 

  • North America
    • U.S.
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • France
    • U.K.
    • Italy
    • Spain
  • Asia-Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
  • South America
    • Brazil
  • Middle East and Africa  
    • UAE
    • South Africa

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