Gamers are Big on Netflix and Spotify Subscription Services

Gamers are Big on Netflix and Spotify Subscription Services

To look at the potential for streaming games, DFC Intelligence commissioned a quick survey of 1,000 gamers.  We used our panel of younger core gamers from a global pool (not including Asia).  Among the many questions, we asked was what general video subscription services gamers currently use.  Not surprisingly Netflix came out as a clear leader.  Music service Spotify also did very well among thi.....
Steam is on Top for Digital Sales, but Epic Games Store is Gaining Traction

Steam is on Top for Digital Sales, but Epic Games Store is Gaining Traction

To look at the potential for streaming games, DFC Intelligence commissioned a quick survey of 1,000 gamers.  We used our panel of younger core gamers from a global pool (not including Asia).  Among the many questions, we asked was where consumers buy digital games.  Epic Games Store clearly has strong potential based on the initial results. Of course, Steam is the number one service for buy.....
Google Has Solid Brand Strength Among International Gamers

Google Has Solid Brand Strength Among International Gamers

After the Game Developer’s Conference, DFC Intelligence wrote about how Google Stadia will face many challenges trying to make an impact in the gaming community.  However, our most recent survey confirms what we have been seeing for a long time.  The Google brand is quite strong among video gamers. To look at the potential for streaming games, .....
Apex Legends Forecast: Did It Reach Its Apex in Month One?

Apex Legends Forecast: Did It Reach Its Apex in Month One?

One of the biggest stories in the video game industry over the past two years has been the rise of the Battle Royale genre.  Last year at this time, we said to expect dozens of battle royale games to hit the market in coming years.  However, the one new title that has stood out from the masses is Apex Legends from Electronic Arts and established developer Respawn Entertainment.   Apex Legends took the market by storm on its launch in February, but only 2 months later its longevity is stil.....
Google Stadia Underwhelms at Game Developer’s Conference

Google Stadia Underwhelms at Game Developer’s Conference

For a long time, the industry knew that major players were looking to get into the game market via streaming services. Google, of course, was one of the largest such players. At the Game Developer’s Conference in San Francisco, Google officially unveiled its Google Stadia gaming service. Many in the industry breathed a sigh of relief as it appears Google is nowhere near being a major player. DFC Intelligence has been covering the potential of streaming, cloud and digital distribution.....
Strong Performance of Video Games in 2018 Sets High Bar for 2019

Strong Performance of Video Games in 2018 Sets High Bar for 2019

DFC Intelligence just released its latest assessment of top 2019 video games.  This also included an analysis of 2018 releases.  Overall, 2018 was a very strong year for video game releases.  Of course, this means sales in 2019 could struggle to match the previous year success. The recent DFC Intelligence forecasts for the video game console.....
Online Console Video Game Sales Expected to Pass Packaged Sales in 2019

Online Console Video Game Sales Expected to Pass Packaged Sales in 2019

DFC Intelligence just released its latest global video game console market forecast.  This included initial estimates for console systems expected to launch in 2020 and beyond.  Of course, one of the biggest issues is the growing digital delivery of software on console systems.  DFC Intelligence forecasts that revenue from digital delivery of console software will pass sales of packaged software in 2019......
Digital Lego: Can Lego Remain Relevant in the Digital Age

Digital Lego: Can Lego Remain Relevant in the Digital Age

In recent months, a major question being asked of DFC Intelligence is the impact of Fortnite on the overall video game industry.  Our overall take has been that Fortnite is not taking away business from most other companies in the industry.  However, there are exceptions.  Toy manufacturer Lego is an example of a company potentially being impacted by products like Fortnite.  So it is worth asking if ther.....