Electronic Gaming & Media
This rapidly growing sector develops, markets, and monetizes interactive software and video game hardware for consoles, PCs, and mobile devices.
Why it exists
This industry blends interactive storytelling, competition, and digital communities into immersive entertainment products.
Why it’s necessary
Gaming now rivals film and music combined. It serves social interaction, competition, creativity, and mental stimulation—especially for younger generations.
Key components
Game development & engines
Hardware & platforms
Digital distribution marketplaces
In-game economies and live services
How to evaluate businesses
Player engagement, daily active users (DAU), lifetime value (LTV), monetization per user, hit sustainability, and platform dependence matter most. The strongest companies operate live-service ecosystems, not one-off game launches.
How the industry could be improved
Healthier monetization that avoids predatory mechanics, better cross-platform portability, creator-driven content layers, AI-assisted development, and stronger regulation of in-game financial systems.