GDC 2025 Session Viewer

Join Ben Porter, Consulting Director at Newzoo, as he unpacks the latest data and trends shaping the PC and console gaming landscape in 2025. This session will provide exclusive insights into the evolving dynamics of PC and console gaming, including playtime hours, shifts in engagement, revenue trends across different business models, and the factors driving growth in both markets. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how major premium releases are set to impact the industry, the challenges of discoverability, and the competitive landscape between AAA, mid-tier, and indie games. The session will explore player spending behaviors across platforms and demographics, offering key takeaways for optimizing engagement and monetization strategies.

Takeaway

Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how player engagement, spending, and revenue models are evolving in 2025. This session will equip decision-makers with actionable insights on monetization strategies, platform dynamics, and content discoverability to help them navigate a shifting industry landscape and position their businesses for success.

Intended Audience

This session is designed for senior executives, decision-makers, and strategists in the gaming industry who want to stay ahead of key trends in player behavior and market performance. It is particularly relevant for publishers, developers, platform holders, and investors looking to refine their strategies for engagement, growth, and monetization in the year ahead.