Video Games: Market Research Report
This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Video Games in US$ Million by the following Platforms: Console Games, PC Games (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games, and Mobile Games.
The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2016 through 2024.
Also, a five-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research.
Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. The report profiles 112 companies including many key and niche players such as -
The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and Latin America. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2016 through 2024.
Also, a five-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research.
Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. The report profiles 112 companies including many key and niche players such as -
- Activision Blizzard, Inc.
- Atari SA
- BANDAI NAMCO Holdings Inc.
- Capcom Co., Ltd.
- Electronic Arts, Inc.
- iWin, Inc.
1. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS
Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
Product Definitions and Scope of Study
Console Games
PC Games (excluding Online Games)
Casual Web Games
Mobile Games
2. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW
Video Gaming – An Introductory Prelude
Video Games: A Sprawling Industry Presenting Opportunities to a Wide Range of Participants
Video Games Software Market – A Review
Online Digital Downloads & Browser Based Games Overshadow Physical Retail Game Software
PC Online Games Leads the Pack
Changing Demographics of Modern Players Sets Stage for Increased Consumption of Video Games
Boys & Young Men – The Traditional Users
Gamers Get Older
Grey Gamers Grow in Number
Women: Succumbing to the Charms of Video Games
Rise in Perceived Educative Value of Video Games Fosters Growth in the Market Over the Years
Advent of Novel Technologies Foster Growth for Video Games Market
Exciting Technology Trends Drive the Video Gaming Industry
Current & Future Analysis
Entertaining Trends from Electronic Entertainment Expo
Regulatory Framework
Recreational Software Advisory Council (RSAC)
Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB)
Pan European Games Information (PEGI)
3. NOTEWORTHY TRENDS, GROWTH DRIVERS & CHALLENGES
The Gaming Industry
Major Gaming Trends
For the Disabled
Edith Finch
Recognizing the LGBT
Nier: Automata
Nintendo Classic Mini: Super Nintendo Entertainment System
Destiny
Indie Games
Playerunknown’s Battlegrounds
Horizon: Zero Dawn
XBox One X
Ongoing Technological Advancements Fuel Growth for Video Games Market
‘Serious’ Gamers – The Only Saving Grace for Boxed & Digital Download Console Gaming Software
A Look into the Key Trends in Consoles Software Market
Digital Downloads Grow in Number
New Generation of Home Console Games with Unique Attributes Sustains Audience Interest Over the Last Few Years
Cross-Platform Gaming
New Home Consoles Software Benefit from Cross-Platform Trend
Smaller Consoles Helps Sustain Market Prospects for Console Software Vendors
Action Games Genre Top Video Console Software Sales
Launch of VR Variants to Help Consoles Market Stay Afloat Despite Emerging Competition from Online Streaming & Mobile Platforms
Review of Latest Video Gaming Consoles
PlayStation 4 Pro
Xbox One X
Nintendo Switch
SNES Classic Edition
Key Statistical Findings on Console Gaming Market
Niche Opportunities Help Boxed & Digital Download PC Games Software in its Battle Against Browser and Mobile Gaming Variants
Digital Download Game Versions Grow at the Cost of Boxed PC Games
Key Opportunity Indicators for PC Games Software
Comparison of Key Capabilities of PCs & Leading Consoles for Gaming
Online Browser Based Games – Fast Losing Sheen
PC MMOGs – Losing Popularity to Wireless Gaming Versions
Even Mobile & Console Web Browsers Fail to Revive Online Browser Based Gaming Segment
Mobile Gaming
Huge Growth Potential for Mobile Gaming
Mobile/Wireless Gaming Software Downloads – A High Growth Market Segment
Continued Rise in Mobile Phone Users Sets Stage for Evolution of Mobile Games
Smartphones – Shot in the Arm for Mobile Games
Smartphones Sales Continue to Grow Across the Globe – A Key Opportunity Indicator for Mobile Games
Consumer Mobile Usage Habits Foster Growth in Mobile Gaming Market
Entertainment Applications Lead Smartphone Content: Indication of Potential in Store for Mobile Gaming
Opportunity Indicators
Downloadable Mobile Video Games Pips Traditional Message Based Games
Mobile Social Networking Adds Fillip to the Wireless Gaming Market
Expanding Consumer Base for Wireless Games
Mobile Internet – The Backbone of Mobile Browser & App Based Gaming
Freemium Model Generates Additional Revenue Opportunities for Online Streaming & Digitally Downloadable Games Across Platforms
Cloud Technology: Optimally Positioned to Provide Online & Wireless Gaming Experience
Cloud Gaming: An Emerging Platform for Games Distribution
Key Benefits of Cloud Technology that are Expected to Boost Internet Gaming Platforms
Economic Benefits
Extreme Scalability
Ubiquity
Data Management Concerns Outsourced
Cloud Insurance Shields from Losses
Remote Access: The Real Flavor of Cloud Gaming
Mobile Cloud-Gaming – The New Paradigm
Softening Prices Increases Number of Gamers – Bodes Well for the Market
Seasonal Demand Patterns Characterize Video Games Market
Convergence of Video & Games to be a Key Growth Factor in Coming Years
Developments at Hardware & Content Level Boosts Opportunities for Video Games Software
Physical and Digital Crossover Adds New Dimension to Video Gaming
Video Games with Motion Control Keeps Players Glued
3D GAMING TITLES SOAR IN DEMAND
Biotic Video Games to Make Games More Lifelike
Introduction AR/VR Experience in Video Games to Boost Industry Revenue
Developers Prefer RPG-like, Built-in Features
Advancements in HTML5 – A Major Boost for Mobile Games
NFC Technology Increases Adoption of Wireless Multi-Player Games
Ability to Accept User Driven Changes Increases User Involvement
Convergence & Improved Network Capability: Crucibles for Success
Developing Markets to Lend Traction to the Market in the Short to Medium Term Period
Blurring Boarders Extend Huge Opportunity for Developers
Micro Gaming Studios & Independent Developers Finally See Their Efforts Get Rewarded
Distribution Channel
A Peek into Challenges in Store
Rising Game Development Costs Jeopardizes Developers’ Profitability
Aggressive Marketing Strategies Make Gamers Uncomfortable
Reselling Hurts New Title Purchases
Software Piracy Takes the Wind Out of the Market’s Sails
Negative Publicity Over Violent Video Games Blemishes Business Opportunities
Lack of Skilled Workforce Hurting New Product Development Initiatives
Challenges to Reckon With for Online Games
Free-to-Play Games – A Major Threat for Paid Online & Wireless Gaming Titles
4. TRANSFORMATION THROUGH TECHNOLOGY INNOVATIONS
Key Impact Innovations in Video Games
Innovations in Hardware
Innovation in AI Research and Technology
Innovation in Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)
Innovation beyond Technology
Gaming Advancements during Last Decade
Gaming Industry Continues to Transform Driven by Technology Advancements
AI Innovations Transform Video Games
Making Non-player Characters Smarter
Enhancing Graphics Quality
Supporting High-Fidelity Gaming on Mobile Device
Blockchain Benefits in the Video Games Sector
5. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Video Games: A Primer
Video Games Software: A Definition
A Look into the Video Games Software Distribution Platforms
Physical Boxed Video Games
DVDs
CDs
CD-ROMs
Cartridges
Online Downloads
Online Casual Web Browser Games
Video Games Software: Classification By Gaming Platform
Console Games Software
PC Games Software (excluding Online Games)
Casual Web Games
MMORPG (Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game)
Perpetual State Worlds (PSW)
Mobile Games Software
Video Games Software: Classification By Game Genres
Adventure/Role-Playing
Action
Fighting/Combat Game
First-Person Shooter Games
Sports
Simulations
Strategy Games
Miscellaneous/Other
Rhythm/Action
Platformer
Puzzle
Racing/Flying
The Eighth Generation of Video Game Consoles – An Overview
A Glance at Key Specifications
Wii U
PlayStation
Xbox One
Other Home Video Game Consoles Released in the Recent Past
Upcoming Home Video Game Consoles
Gaming – Process Overview
Existing Model
Design
Development
In-house Developers
Third Party Developers
Independent Developers
Publishing
Distribution
Retail
Existing Value Chain Model
Emerging Models
A Typical Model of Emerging Value Chain
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
The Leading Gaming Companies Worldwide
Consolidation Rife in the Market
Game Developers Focus on Diversity
Mobile Gaming Market – A Competitive Perspective
Comparatively Low Entry Barriers Invite Scores of New Companies
Even Non-Gaming Enterprises Join the Fray
Consolidation of Mobile Game Publishers
Leading Ten Companies in the Global Mobile Games Market (2018E)
Outsourcing: An Antidote to the Predicament
Key Market Share Findings & Rankings
Popular Games
Immense Popularity of Battle Royale
Indie Games Flood Switch
Availability of Wii U Ports on Switch
Sony and Microsoft Juggle with Exclusives
Top 10 Games of 2017 Across Platform
6.1 Focus on Select Players
Activision Blizzard, Inc. (USA)
Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (USA)
King Digital Entertainment plc (UK)
Atari SA (France)
BANDAI NAMCO Holdings Inc. (Japan)
Capcom Co., Ltd. (Japan)
Electronic Arts, Inc. (USA)
PopCap Games, Inc. (USA)
iWin, Inc. (USA)
Konami Holdings Corporation (Japan)
Konami Digital Entertainment Co. Ltd. (Japan)
Konami Gaming Inc. (USA)
Microsoft Studios (USA)
Nintendo Co. Ltd. (Japan)
Sega Holdings Co., Ltd. (Japan)
Sony Interactive Entertainment (USA)
Square Enix Holdings Co. Ltd. (Japan)
Square Enix Ltd (UK)
Take 2 Interactive Software, Inc. (USA)
Tetris Holding, LLC (USA)
Ubisoft Entertainment SA (France)
6.2 Product Launches
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Launches SOULCALIBUR VI
Konami Gaming Debuts New KX 43 Video Slot Cabinet
Retro-Bit Launches New GoRetro! Portable Handheld Console
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Launches DRAGON BALL FighterZ on Nintendo Switch
Activision and FromSoftware Announce Sekiro Game with RPG Elements
Sony Interactive Entertainment Announces the Availability of PlayStationClassic
Sony Interactive Entertainment Introduces PS4Pro 500 Million Limited Edition
Konami Gaming Launches Video Slot Themes and Base Games
Sony Interactive Entertainment Introduces PlayStation4 Days of Play Limited Edition
Konami Gaming Announces Array of Games and Technology at NIGA 2018
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Launches DRAGON BALL FighterZ for Xbox One, PS4 System, and PCs
EA Unveils Anthem
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment and Bigben Interactive Release WRC
Sony Interactive Entertainment Launches Glacier White PS4 CUH-2000 Series
6.3 Recent Industry Activity
Keywords Studios Acquires Yokozuna Data
Microsoft Acquires Four Game Studios
The Tetris Company Partners with IMG
AT&T Partners with ESL
Microsoft Teams Up with Razer for Xbox One
Disney Partners with Perblue and Three Other Mobile Developers
Sony Interactive Entertainment and Lenovo Sign Two-Year Patent License Agreement for PlayStationVR
The RLJ Companies Enters into Agreement with Scientific Games
AtGames Enters into Agreement with The Tetris Company for Iconic Puzzle Game
EA Acquires Respawn Entertainment
Hasbro Gaming Enters into a Partnership with Nintendo for Monopoly Gamer
Fender Extends Video Game Partnership with Harmonix
BIGBEN INTERACTIVE Signs a License Agreement with Studio Appeal for its Video Game OUTCAST
2K EXTENDS ITS PARTNERSHIP WITH WWE FOR VIDEO GAME PROPERTIES
7. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
8. REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
8.1 The United States
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Key Market Trends in Nutshell
Video Games Set to Drive Future Hardware/ Software Innovation
Video Games Software: Market Basics
Changing Demographics: A Primer Driver
A Snapshot
Key Statistical Data
US Video Games Market (2017): Best Selling Video Games by Number of Units Sold
Console Game Software Continues to Remain Major Revenue Contributor for Video Games Market
Software for Leading Console Manufacturers Take the Major Share in Console Gaming Software Market
Wireless Gaming Makes Massive Strides
Competition Heats Up, Reduces Profit Margins for Online & Wireless Game Developers
Publishers Keen on Enhancing Product Portfolio
Distribution Dynamics
Traditional Stores – Losing Sheen & Almost Extinct
Retail Stores
Specialty Video Stores
Others
Digital Distribution Gathers Momentum
Other Factors Driving Revenue Growth
Hollywood and Video Games
Films Inspired by Games
Games Borrow from Films
Violent & Adult Theme Video Games: Cause for Concern
ESA: A Dedicated Platform for Interactive Game Publishers
B. Market Analytics
8.2 Canada
A. Market Analysis
Market Overview
Video Game Development to Seek New Highs
Mobile Gaming Set to Raise the Bar
Regulatory Mechanism
B. Market Analytics
8.3 Japan
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Overview
Unique Features of Japanese Gaming Industry
Mobile Gaming – Dominates the Video Games Market in Japan
Expanding Demographics and New Markets to Revive Japanese Video Games Market
Regulatory Mechanism
Assessing Nintendo’s Growth
B. Market Analytics
8.4 Europe
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Overview of the European Video Games Industry
Demographics of the European Gaming Industry
Mobile Gaming Market – On Growth Path
Distribution Channel
B. Market Analytics
8.4.1 France
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
B. Market Analytics
8.4.2 Germany
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Market Overview
B. Market Analytics
8.4.3 Italy
A. Market Analysis
Overview
B. Market Analytics
8.4.4 The United Kingdom
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Overview
The Gaming Market
Political Games Emerge During Brexit
Mobile Games Propel Growth in the Overall Gaming Market
Advergaming to Target Right Customers
Distribution Scenario
Market Trends & Issues
Educational Games Hold Out
Fantasy Themes Offer Fantastic Prospects
Pop Stars, Music, & Video Games Combo Could Spell Success
Piracy: The Biggest Spoilsport
Entertainment & Leisure Software Publishers Association: Collective Identity
B. Market Analytics
8.4.5 Spain
Market Analysis
8.4.6 Russia
Market Analysis
8.4.7 Rest of Europe
Market Analysis
8.5 Asia-Pacific
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
An Overview of Video Games Market in Asia-Pacific
Swift Growth Ahead for Wireless Video Games Industry in Asia-Pacific
Asia-The Hotbed for Multiplayer Gaming
Distribution Channel
B. Market Analytics
8.5.1 Australia
A. Market Analysis
Market Overview
B. Market Analytics
8.5.2 China
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Chinese Video Games Market Continues to Fly High
Lifting of Console Ban Props Up Console Games Software
Licensing – A Strategy Driving Video Games Market in China
Mobile Games Make a Mark in China
LTE Poised to Deliver High Impact on Mobile Gaming
Transition from Casual Gamers to Hardcore Gamers: The New Market Trait
Domestic Players Face Increased Competition
Domestic Gaming Companies Expanding in the West
China’s Transformation to Software Hub Helps Video Games Market
Govt. Restrictions on Video Games May Restrict Chinese Gaming Market
B. Market Analytics
8.5.3 South Korea
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
South Korea – Huge Demand for Mobile Gaming
Increasing Attention on AR
B. Market Analytics
8.5.4 Rest of Asia-Pacific
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
A Peek Into Select Regional Markets
India
Indian Video Game Industry to See Tremendous Growth
Mobile and PC Games Share Top Honors in Indian Gaming Market
Opportunities and Threats for Indian Gaming
India – A Preferred Destination for Developing Games
Demographic Trends
Indonesia – Market Share of Leading Players
New Zealand
New Zealand: A Developers’ Paradise
Video Games Industry Set to Leap to Another Level
New Zealand Studios – Fast Making their Way into Global Stage
B. Market Analytics
8.6 Middle East & Africa
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
South Africa – Market Share of Leading Players
B. Market Analytics
8.7 Latin America
Market Analysis
8.7.1 Brazil
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Brazilian Video Games Industry Witnesses Significant Growth
Opportunities & Threats
B. Market Analytics
8.7.2 Mexico
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Mexico: A Potential Market for Electronic Games
Changing Cultural Trends Augurs Well for Mexican Video Games Industry
Market Share of Leading Players
B. Market Analytics
8.7.3 Rest of Latin America
Market Analysis
9. COMPANY PROFILES
Total Companies Profiled: 112 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 143)
The United States (69)
Canada (1)
Japan (20)
Europe (34)
France (5)
Germany (5)
The United Kingdom (12)
Italy (1)
Rest of Europe (11)
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (16)
Middle East (1)
Latin America (1)
Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
Product Definitions and Scope of Study
Console Games
PC Games (excluding Online Games)
Casual Web Games
Mobile Games
2. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW
Video Gaming – An Introductory Prelude
Video Games: A Sprawling Industry Presenting Opportunities to a Wide Range of Participants
Table 1. Global Video Games Market: Percentage Share Breakdown of Market Value by Source of Revenue for Years 2013, 2015 & 2018E (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Video Games Software Market – A Review
Online Digital Downloads & Browser Based Games Overshadow Physical Retail Game Software
Table 2. World Market for Video Games Software: Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales by Physical & Online Gaming Formats for Years 2012, 2015 & 2018 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
PC Online Games Leads the Pack
Table 3. World Market for Online Gaming Software (Downloads & Online Browser Based): Percentage Breakdown of Revenue by Segment for Years 2013, 2015 & 2017 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Changing Demographics of Modern Players Sets Stage for Increased Consumption of Video Games
Boys & Young Men – The Traditional Users
Gamers Get Older
Table 4. Global Gaming Market - Average Age of Video Gamers in 2015 & 2018 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 5. Global Gaming Market - Percentage Breakdown of Number of Gamers by Age Group for 2015 and 2018 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Grey Gamers Grow in Number
Women: Succumbing to the Charms of Video Games
Table 6. Global Gaming Market: Percentage Breakdown of Gamers by Gender for Years 2014 & 2018E (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Rise in Perceived Educative Value of Video Games Fosters Growth in the Market Over the Years
Advent of Novel Technologies Foster Growth for Video Games Market
Exciting Technology Trends Drive the Video Gaming Industry
Current & Future Analysis
Entertaining Trends from Electronic Entertainment Expo
Regulatory Framework
Recreational Software Advisory Council (RSAC)
Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB)
Pan European Games Information (PEGI)
3. NOTEWORTHY TRENDS, GROWTH DRIVERS & CHALLENGES
The Gaming Industry
Major Gaming Trends
For the Disabled
Edith Finch
Recognizing the LGBT
Nier: Automata
Nintendo Classic Mini: Super Nintendo Entertainment System
Destiny
Indie Games
Playerunknown’s Battlegrounds
Horizon: Zero Dawn
XBox One X
Ongoing Technological Advancements Fuel Growth for Video Games Market
‘Serious’ Gamers – The Only Saving Grace for Boxed & Digital Download Console Gaming Software
A Look into the Key Trends in Consoles Software Market
Digital Downloads Grow in Number
New Generation of Home Console Games with Unique Attributes Sustains Audience Interest Over the Last Few Years
Cross-Platform Gaming
New Home Consoles Software Benefit from Cross-Platform Trend
Smaller Consoles Helps Sustain Market Prospects for Console Software Vendors
Action Games Genre Top Video Console Software Sales
Launch of VR Variants to Help Consoles Market Stay Afloat Despite Emerging Competition from Online Streaming & Mobile Platforms
Review of Latest Video Gaming Consoles
PlayStation 4 Pro
Xbox One X
Nintendo Switch
SNES Classic Edition
Key Statistical Findings on Console Gaming Market
Table 7. Global Number of Gamers (In Million) by Platform for the Year 2017 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 8. Global Video Game Console Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Unit Sales for Current Generation Video Game Consoles by Platform Version (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 9. Global Gaming Console Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Installed Base of Top Four Current Generation Video Game Consoles (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 10. Global Gaming Console Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Installed Base of Top Three Previous Generation Video Game Consoles (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 11. Global Video Game Console Market (2017): Percentage Breakdown of Unit Sales by Console Version (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 12. Best Selling Video Game Genres as of 2017 Ranked by Percentage Share of Total Games Sold (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 13. Global Console Gaming Market (2017): Ranking of Best Selling Console Games by Unit Sales (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Niche Opportunities Help Boxed & Digital Download PC Games Software in its Battle Against Browser and Mobile Gaming Variants
Digital Download Game Versions Grow at the Cost of Boxed PC Games
Key Opportunity Indicators for PC Games Software
Table 14. World Market for Personal Computers - Breakdown of Annual Volume Shipments (in Million Units) by Type for Period 2016 Through 2018 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 15. Percentage of Survey Respondents Against Device Platforms Used by them for Playing Video Games by Age Group (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 16. Global Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Top Devices by Games Revenues (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Comparison of Key Capabilities of PCs & Leading Consoles for Gaming
Table 17. Leading Gaming Platforms of 2017 Ranked by Percentage of Game Developers Working on a Game by Gaming Platform (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 18. PC Game Genres of 2018E Ranked by Percentage of Survey Respondents’ Interests in PC/Console Games (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 19. Best Selling PC Game Titles Globally By Unit Sales as of January 2018 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Online Browser Based Games – Fast Losing Sheen
PC MMOGs – Losing Popularity to Wireless Gaming Versions
Even Mobile & Console Web Browsers Fail to Revive Online Browser Based Gaming Segment
Mobile Gaming
Huge Growth Potential for Mobile Gaming
Mobile/Wireless Gaming Software Downloads – A High Growth Market Segment
Continued Rise in Mobile Phone Users Sets Stage for Evolution of Mobile Games
Table 20. Global Mobile Communications Market: Number of SIM Connections and Penetration Rates for Years 2015, 2017 & 2025 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 21. Global Mobile Communications Market: Number of Unique Mobile Subscribers and Penetration Rates for Years 2015, 2017 & 2025 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 22. World Market for Mobile Handsets: Breakdown of Volume Sales in Million Units for Years 2013, 2015 & 2019 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Smartphones – Shot in the Arm for Mobile Games
Smartphones Sales Continue to Grow Across the Globe – A Key Opportunity Indicator for Mobile Games
Table 23. Global Market for Smartphones (2013, 2015 & 2019): Breakdown of Volume Sales in Million Units by Geographic Region (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 24. World Smartphone Market: Top 10 Countries with Highest Smartphone Penetration Rates as a Percentage of Population for Year 2018 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Consumer Mobile Usage Habits Foster Growth in Mobile Gaming Market
Entertainment Applications Lead Smartphone Content: Indication of Potential in Store for Mobile Gaming
Opportunity Indicators
Table 25. Global Mobile Internet Market (2018E): Percentage Share Breakdown of Revenues for by Data Service Category (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 26. Percentage Breakdown of Time Spent by Users on Wireless Games by Location (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 27. Global Mobile Apps Market (2018E): Percentage Share Breakdown of Revenues by Category (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 28. Average Time Spent (In Minutes) On Mobile Apps on Smartphones & Tablets Worldwide Per User Per Day: Breakdown by Category (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Downloadable Mobile Video Games Pips Traditional Message Based Games
Table 29. Top Reasons for Gaming Downloads Measured as a Percentage of User Responses to Given Reasons (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Mobile Social Networking Adds Fillip to the Wireless Gaming Market
Expanding Consumer Base for Wireless Games
Table 30. Worldwide Wireless Gaming Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Mobile Gamers by Age Brackets- Under 18, 18-49, and Above 50 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 31. Worldwide Wireless Games Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Mobile Gamers by Gender - Male and Female (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Mobile Internet – The Backbone of Mobile Browser & App Based Gaming
Table 32. Worldwide Mobile Data Traffic (2016, 2018E & 2020P) (In Exabytes/month) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 33. Worldwide Mobile Data Traffic by Device Type (2015 & 2020) - Percentage Share Breakdown of Monthly Data Traffic Volume for Basic Phones, Smartphones, PCs, Tablets, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Freemium Model Generates Additional Revenue Opportunities for Online Streaming & Digitally Downloadable Games Across Platforms
Cloud Technology: Optimally Positioned to Provide Online & Wireless Gaming Experience
Cloud Gaming: An Emerging Platform for Games Distribution
Key Benefits of Cloud Technology that are Expected to Boost Internet Gaming Platforms
Economic Benefits
Extreme Scalability
Ubiquity
Data Management Concerns Outsourced
Cloud Insurance Shields from Losses
Remote Access: The Real Flavor of Cloud Gaming
Mobile Cloud-Gaming – The New Paradigm
Softening Prices Increases Number of Gamers – Bodes Well for the Market
Seasonal Demand Patterns Characterize Video Games Market
Convergence of Video & Games to be a Key Growth Factor in Coming Years
Table 34. Global eSports Market (in US$ Million) for the Years 2015, 2018, 2020 and 2022 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 35. World eSports Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Spending by Geographic Region for North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Rest of World (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Developments at Hardware & Content Level Boosts Opportunities for Video Games Software
Physical and Digital Crossover Adds New Dimension to Video Gaming
Video Games with Motion Control Keeps Players Glued
3D GAMING TITLES SOAR IN DEMAND
Table 36. World Market for Stereoscopic 3D Screens (2018P): Percentage Share Breakdown of Volume Shipments by End-Use Application (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Biotic Video Games to Make Games More Lifelike
Introduction AR/VR Experience in Video Games to Boost Industry Revenue
Table 37. US Gamers Interest in VR: Percentage of Individuals Across Age Groups Against by their Willing to Commit on Devices (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 38. VR Solutions Market in Gaming Sector (2015 & 2018): Percentage Share Breakdown of Revenue by Device Platforms (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 39. VR Solutions Market in Gaming Sector (2018E): Estimated Percentage Share Breakdown of Number of VR Game Users by Device Platforms (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Developers Prefer RPG-like, Built-in Features
Advancements in HTML5 – A Major Boost for Mobile Games
NFC Technology Increases Adoption of Wireless Multi-Player Games
Ability to Accept User Driven Changes Increases User Involvement
Convergence & Improved Network Capability: Crucibles for Success
Developing Markets to Lend Traction to the Market in the Short to Medium Term Period
Table 40. Global Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage Share Breakdown of Number of Video Gamers by Geographic Region (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 41. Global Percentage Share Breakdown of Annual Shipments of Smartphones by Region for the year 2016 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Blurring Boarders Extend Huge Opportunity for Developers
Micro Gaming Studios & Independent Developers Finally See Their Efforts Get Rewarded
Distribution Channel
Table 42. Global Video Games Software Market (2017E): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales by Distribution Channel (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
A Peek into Challenges in Store
Rising Game Development Costs Jeopardizes Developers’ Profitability
Table 43. Video Game Development Scenario: Average Expenditure, Team Size and No. of Days by Platform (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 44. Global Video Game Market (2018E): Percentage Share Breakdown of Project Budgets by Platform (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Aggressive Marketing Strategies Make Gamers Uncomfortable
Reselling Hurts New Title Purchases
Software Piracy Takes the Wind Out of the Market’s Sails
Negative Publicity Over Violent Video Games Blemishes Business Opportunities
Lack of Skilled Workforce Hurting New Product Development Initiatives
Challenges to Reckon With for Online Games
Free-to-Play Games – A Major Threat for Paid Online & Wireless Gaming Titles
4. TRANSFORMATION THROUGH TECHNOLOGY INNOVATIONS
Key Impact Innovations in Video Games
Innovations in Hardware
Innovation in AI Research and Technology
Innovation in Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)
Innovation beyond Technology
Gaming Advancements during Last Decade
Gaming Industry Continues to Transform Driven by Technology Advancements
AI Innovations Transform Video Games
Making Non-player Characters Smarter
Enhancing Graphics Quality
Supporting High-Fidelity Gaming on Mobile Device
Blockchain Benefits in the Video Games Sector
5. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Video Games: A Primer
Video Games Software: A Definition
A Look into the Video Games Software Distribution Platforms
Physical Boxed Video Games
DVDs
CDs
CD-ROMs
Cartridges
Online Downloads
Online Casual Web Browser Games
Video Games Software: Classification By Gaming Platform
Console Games Software
PC Games Software (excluding Online Games)
Casual Web Games
MMORPG (Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game)
Perpetual State Worlds (PSW)
Mobile Games Software
Video Games Software: Classification By Game Genres
Adventure/Role-Playing
Action
Fighting/Combat Game
First-Person Shooter Games
Sports
Simulations
Strategy Games
Miscellaneous/Other
Rhythm/Action
Platformer
Puzzle
Racing/Flying
The Eighth Generation of Video Game Consoles – An Overview
A Glance at Key Specifications
Wii U
PlayStation
Xbox One
Other Home Video Game Consoles Released in the Recent Past
Upcoming Home Video Game Consoles
Gaming – Process Overview
Existing Model
Design
Development
In-house Developers
Third Party Developers
Independent Developers
Publishing
Distribution
Retail
Existing Value Chain Model
Emerging Models
A Typical Model of Emerging Value Chain
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
The Leading Gaming Companies Worldwide
Consolidation Rife in the Market
Game Developers Focus on Diversity
Mobile Gaming Market – A Competitive Perspective
Comparatively Low Entry Barriers Invite Scores of New Companies
Even Non-Gaming Enterprises Join the Fray
Consolidation of Mobile Game Publishers
Leading Ten Companies in the Global Mobile Games Market (2018E)
Outsourcing: An Antidote to the Predicament
Key Market Share Findings & Rankings
Table 45. Global Video Games Market (Including Software, Hardware & Subscriptions) (2017E): Breakdown of Market Revenue in US$ Billion by Top 5 Leading Publishers (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Popular Games
Immense Popularity of Battle Royale
Indie Games Flood Switch
Availability of Wii U Ports on Switch
Sony and Microsoft Juggle with Exclusives
Top 10 Games of 2017 Across Platform
6.1 Focus on Select Players
Activision Blizzard, Inc. (USA)
Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (USA)
King Digital Entertainment plc (UK)
Atari SA (France)
BANDAI NAMCO Holdings Inc. (Japan)
Capcom Co., Ltd. (Japan)
Electronic Arts, Inc. (USA)
PopCap Games, Inc. (USA)
iWin, Inc. (USA)
Konami Holdings Corporation (Japan)
Konami Digital Entertainment Co. Ltd. (Japan)
Konami Gaming Inc. (USA)
Microsoft Studios (USA)
Nintendo Co. Ltd. (Japan)
Sega Holdings Co., Ltd. (Japan)
Sony Interactive Entertainment (USA)
Square Enix Holdings Co. Ltd. (Japan)
Square Enix Ltd (UK)
Take 2 Interactive Software, Inc. (USA)
Tetris Holding, LLC (USA)
Ubisoft Entertainment SA (France)
6.2 Product Launches
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Launches SOULCALIBUR VI
Konami Gaming Debuts New KX 43 Video Slot Cabinet
Retro-Bit Launches New GoRetro! Portable Handheld Console
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Launches DRAGON BALL FighterZ on Nintendo Switch
Activision and FromSoftware Announce Sekiro Game with RPG Elements
Sony Interactive Entertainment Announces the Availability of PlayStationClassic
Sony Interactive Entertainment Introduces PS4Pro 500 Million Limited Edition
Konami Gaming Launches Video Slot Themes and Base Games
Sony Interactive Entertainment Introduces PlayStation4 Days of Play Limited Edition
Konami Gaming Announces Array of Games and Technology at NIGA 2018
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Launches DRAGON BALL FighterZ for Xbox One, PS4 System, and PCs
EA Unveils Anthem
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment and Bigben Interactive Release WRC
Sony Interactive Entertainment Launches Glacier White PS4 CUH-2000 Series
6.3 Recent Industry Activity
Keywords Studios Acquires Yokozuna Data
Microsoft Acquires Four Game Studios
The Tetris Company Partners with IMG
AT&T Partners with ESL
Microsoft Teams Up with Razer for Xbox One
Disney Partners with Perblue and Three Other Mobile Developers
Sony Interactive Entertainment and Lenovo Sign Two-Year Patent License Agreement for PlayStationVR
The RLJ Companies Enters into Agreement with Scientific Games
AtGames Enters into Agreement with The Tetris Company for Iconic Puzzle Game
EA Acquires Respawn Entertainment
Hasbro Gaming Enters into a Partnership with Nintendo for Monopoly Gamer
Fender Extends Video Game Partnership with Harmonix
BIGBEN INTERACTIVE Signs a License Agreement with Studio Appeal for its Video Game OUTCAST
2K EXTENDS ITS PARTNERSHIP WITH WWE FOR VIDEO GAME PROPERTIES
7. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
Table 46. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 47. World Historic Review for Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 48. World 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Geographic Region/ Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 49. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Console Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 50. World Historic Review for Console Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 51. World 14-Year Perspective for Console Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 52. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for PC Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 53. World Historic Review for PC Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 54. World 14-Year Perspective for PC Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 55. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for PC Video Games Software by Product Type - Digital and Boxed Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 56. World Historic Review for PC Video Games Software by Product Type - Digital and Boxed Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 57. World 14-Year Perspective for PC Video Games Software by Product Type - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Digital and Boxed Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 58. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Digital PC Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 59. World Historic Review for Digital PC Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 60. World 14-Year Perspective for Digital PC Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 61. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Boxed PC Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 62. World Historic Review for Boxed PC Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 63. World 14-Year Perspective for Boxed PC Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 64. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Casual Web Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 65. World Historic Review for Casual Web Games Software by Geographic Region/ Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 66. World 14-Year Perspective for Casual Web Games Software by Geographic Region/ Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 67. World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Mobile Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 68. World Historic Review for Mobile Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 69. World 14-Year Perspective for Mobile Video Games Software by Geographic Region/Country - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Middle East & Africa and Latin American Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8. REGIONAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
8.1 The United States
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Key Market Trends in Nutshell
Video Games Set to Drive Future Hardware/ Software Innovation
Video Games Software: Market Basics
Changing Demographics: A Primer Driver
A Snapshot
Key Statistical Data
Table 70. US Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage Share of Gamers by Age Group (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 71. US Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage Share of Gamers by Gender (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
US Video Games Market (2017): Best Selling Video Games by Number of Units Sold
Table 72. US Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage of Video Gamers Playing Games with Others by Gamer Group (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 73. US Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Unit Sales by Super Genres (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 74. US Video Games Sector (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Spending by Category (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 75. US Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Sales by Physical and Digital Channels (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Console Game Software Continues to Remain Major Revenue Contributor for Video Games Market
Software for Leading Console Manufacturers Take the Major Share in Console Gaming Software Market
Wireless Gaming Makes Massive Strides
Competition Heats Up, Reduces Profit Margins for Online & Wireless Game Developers
Publishers Keen on Enhancing Product Portfolio
Distribution Dynamics
Traditional Stores – Losing Sheen & Almost Extinct
Retail Stores
Specialty Video Stores
Others
Digital Distribution Gathers Momentum
Other Factors Driving Revenue Growth
Hollywood and Video Games
Films Inspired by Games
Games Borrow from Films
Violent & Adult Theme Video Games: Cause for Concern
ESA: A Dedicated Platform for Interactive Game Publishers
B. Market Analytics
Table 76. US Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 77. US Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 78. US 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.2 Canada
A. Market Analysis
Market Overview
Video Game Development to Seek New Highs
Mobile Gaming Set to Raise the Bar
Regulatory Mechanism
B. Market Analytics
Table 79. Canadian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 80. Canadian Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 81. Canadian 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.3 Japan
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Overview
Unique Features of Japanese Gaming Industry
Mobile Gaming – Dominates the Video Games Market in Japan
Expanding Demographics and New Markets to Revive Japanese Video Games Market
Regulatory Mechanism
Assessing Nintendo’s Growth
B. Market Analytics
Table 82. Japanese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 83. Japanese Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 84. Japanese 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.4 Europe
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Overview of the European Video Games Industry
Demographics of the European Gaming Industry
Mobile Gaming Market – On Growth Path
Distribution Channel
Table 85. European Video Games Software Market (2017E): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales by Distribution Channel (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
B. Market Analytics
Table 86. European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 87. European Historic Review for Video Games Software by Geographic Region - France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 88. European 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 89. European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 90. European Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 91. European 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.4.1 France
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Table 92. French Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Gaming Revenues by Segment (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
B. Market Analytics
Table 93. French Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 94. French Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 95. French 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.4.2 Germany
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Market Overview
B. Market Analytics
Table 96. German Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 97. German Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 98. German 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.4.3 Italy
A. Market Analysis
Overview
Table 99. Italian Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Software Sales by Physical and Digital Channels (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
B. Market Analytics
Table 100. Italian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 101. Italian Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 102. Italian 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.4.4 The United Kingdom
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Overview
The Gaming Market
Political Games Emerge During Brexit
Mobile Games Propel Growth in the Overall Gaming Market
Table 103. Mobile Gaming Market in the UK (2018E): Percentage Breakdown by Gender (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 104. Mobile Gaming Market in the UK (2018E): Penetration Rate (in %) by Age Group (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Advergaming to Target Right Customers
Distribution Scenario
Market Trends & Issues
Educational Games Hold Out
Fantasy Themes Offer Fantastic Prospects
Pop Stars, Music, & Video Games Combo Could Spell Success
Piracy: The Biggest Spoilsport
Entertainment & Leisure Software Publishers Association: Collective Identity
B. Market Analytics
Table 105. UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 106. UK Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 107. UK 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.4.5 Spain
Market Analysis
Table 108. Spanish Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 109. Spanish Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 110. Spanish 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.4.6 Russia
Market Analysis
Table 111. Russian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 112. Russian Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 113. Russian 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.4.7 Rest of Europe
Market Analysis
Table 114. Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 115. Rest of Europe Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 116. Rest of Europe 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.5 Asia-Pacific
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
An Overview of Video Games Market in Asia-Pacific
Swift Growth Ahead for Wireless Video Games Industry in Asia-Pacific
Asia-The Hotbed for Multiplayer Gaming
Distribution Channel
Table 117. Asia-Pacific Video Games Software Market (2017E): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales by Distribution Channel (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
B. Market Analytics
Table 118. Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Geographic Region - Australia, China, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 119. Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Video Games Software by Geographic Region - Australia, China, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 120. Asia-Pacific 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Australia, China, South Korea and Rest of Asia-Pacific Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 121. Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 122. Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 123. Asia-Pacific 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.5.1 Australia
A. Market Analysis
Market Overview
Table 124. Australian Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage Share Breakdown of Gamers by Age Group (As a Proportion of Population) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 125. Australian Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage Share Breakdown of Gamers by Gender (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
B. Market Analytics
Table 126. Australian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 127. Australian Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 128. Australian 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.5.2 China
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Chinese Video Games Market Continues to Fly High
Lifting of Console Ban Props Up Console Games Software
Licensing – A Strategy Driving Video Games Market in China
Mobile Games Make a Mark in China
LTE Poised to Deliver High Impact on Mobile Gaming
Transition from Casual Gamers to Hardcore Gamers: The New Market Trait
Table 129. Chinese Mobile Games Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Average Time Spending Per Day on Mobile Games (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 130. Chinese Mobile Gaming Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Gamers by Gender (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Domestic Players Face Increased Competition
Domestic Gaming Companies Expanding in the West
China’s Transformation to Software Hub Helps Video Games Market
Govt. Restrictions on Video Games May Restrict Chinese Gaming Market
B. Market Analytics
Table 131. Chinese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 132. Chinese Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 133. Chinese 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.5.3 South Korea
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
South Korea – Huge Demand for Mobile Gaming
Table 134. South Korean Mobile Gaming Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Gamers by Gender (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Increasing Attention on AR
B. Market Analytics
Table 135. South Korea Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 136. South Korean Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 137. South Korean 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.5.4 Rest of Asia-Pacific
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
A Peek Into Select Regional Markets
India
Indian Video Game Industry to See Tremendous Growth
Mobile and PC Games Share Top Honors in Indian Gaming Market
Opportunities and Threats for Indian Gaming
India – A Preferred Destination for Developing Games
Demographic Trends
Indonesia – Market Share of Leading Players
Table 138. Indonesian Video Games Market (2016): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales by Leading Players (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
New Zealand
New Zealand: A Developers’ Paradise
Video Games Industry Set to Leap to Another Level
New Zealand Studios – Fast Making their Way into Global Stage
Table 139. New Zealand Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage Share Breakdown of Gamers by Age Group (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 140. New Zealand Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage Share Breakdown of Gamers by Gender (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
B. Market Analytics
Table 141. Rest of Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 142. Rest of Asia-Pacific Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 143. Rest of Asia-Pacific 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.6 Middle East & Africa
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
South Africa – Market Share of Leading Players
Table 144. South African Video Games Market (2016): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales by Leading Players (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
B. Market Analytics
Table 145. Middle East & African Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 146. Middle East & African Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 147. Middle East & African 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.7 Latin America
Market Analysis
Table 148. Latin American Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Geographic Region - Brazil, Mexico and Rest of Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 149. Latin American Historic Review for Video Games Software by Geographic Region - Brazil, Mexico and Rest of Latin America Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 150. Latin American 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Brazil, Mexico and Rest of Latin America Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 151. Latin American Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 152. Latin American Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 153. Latin American 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.7.1 Brazil
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Brazilian Video Games Industry Witnesses Significant Growth
Table 154. Brazilian Console Video Games Market (2018E): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales by Distribution Channel (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Opportunities & Threats
B. Market Analytics
Table 155. Brazilian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 156. Brazilian Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 157. Brazilian 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.7.2 Mexico
A. Market Analysis
Current & Future Analysis
Mexico: A Potential Market for Electronic Games
Changing Cultural Trends Augurs Well for Mexican Video Games Industry
Market Share of Leading Players
Table 158. Mexican Video Games Market (2016): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales by Leading Players (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
B. Market Analytics
Table 159. Mexican Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 160. Mexican Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 161. Mexican 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
8.7.3 Rest of Latin America
Market Analysis
Table 162. Rest of Latin America Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2016 through 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 163. Rest of Latin America Historic Review for Video Games Software by Platform - Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets Independently Analyzed by Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Table 164. Rest of Latin America 14-Year Perspective for Video Games Software by Platform - Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Revenues for Console Games Software, PC Games Software (Digital and Boxed), Casual Web Games Software, and Mobile Games Software Markets for Years 2011, 2018 and 2024 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
9. COMPANY PROFILES
Total Companies Profiled: 112 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 143)
The United States (69)
Canada (1)
Japan (20)
Europe (34)
France (5)
Germany (5)
The United Kingdom (12)
Italy (1)
Rest of Europe (11)
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (16)
Middle East (1)
Latin America (1)