Video gaming is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the industry. Video gaming comprises different modes of gaming, including console gaming, mobile gaming, and PC gaming, out of which PC gaming accounts for 25% with a market value of almost $45 billion in 2021.
The video gaming industry was among the few businesses that thrived during the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. It includes the creation, promotion, and monetization of video games.
PC gaming is a form of video game that involves the usage of Desktop and Laptop peripherals as a platform for gaming and entertainment purposes. The growth in PC gaming has seen a steady rise over recent years as the demand is not just limited to professional gamers but normal users as well. This is because of the seamless experience that PC gaming offers to the users compared to other forms of gaming.
The market size of PC gaming in China reached $13.2 billion in 2021, witnessing an increase of 3% from the previous year as the demand for video gaming increased. The market grew as indoor game activities increased following the shutdown of outdoor games owing to the pandemic and people globally spent most of their time at home due to the lockdowns.
China is the market leader for PC gaming globally with a share of 30% and accounts for 48% in Asia-Pacific, making it one of the most influential markets in video gaming.
The PC gaming market in China grew at a CAGR of 4% during 2017–2021. China has been the biggest market for PC gaming for many years and is still growing at a steady pace. Many companies in the gaming industry are bringing digitization and user-friendly engagement to their gaming platforms to enhance the user’s gaming experience.
Major players in the PC video gaming segment in China include Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo.
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