A recent market research survey by Statista reveals that gaming consoles have the majority of the market share when it comes to the gaming industry, with 53% of respondents preferring it over PCs (47%). The survey also showed that as age increases, the preference for PCs also increases, with 53% of those aged 45-54 wanting to play on a PC. Location also plays a role, with 56% of US respondents preferring gaming consoles, while only 49% of UK respondents do. The survey suggests that the choice of platform depends on age and location, and the industry will continue to evolve.

Console Vs PC: Which Platform Owns Majority of the Market Share?

About the Market Share Survey

A recent market research survey conducted by Statista gives us an insight into the market share of the gaming industry’s two major platforms – gaming consoles and PCs. The survey was conducted among a total of 6,326 gamers in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, who were asked which gaming platform they use the most for online gaming experiences.

Overall Market Share

According to the survey, the gaming consoles own the majority of the market share when it comes to online gaming. Roughly 53% of respondents said they use gaming consoles, while 47% prefer PCs as their gaming platform.

Distribution Based on Age Group

The survey also looked into the market share distribution based on different age groups. The results showed that although gaming consoles lead in overall market share, the preference for PCs increases as the age group gets older.

Among the respondents aged between 18-24 years old, 58% use gaming consoles, whereas 42% prefer PCs. In contrast, among respondents aged 45-54 years old, 53% use PCs, while only 47% use gaming consoles.

Influence of Location on Market Share Distribution

The research also showed that location plays a crucial role in the distribution of market share. In the United States, 56% of respondents prefer gaming consoles, whereas in the United Kingdom, 49% of respondents prefer PCs. In Canada, the market share is evenly split between the two platforms.

The Future of the Gaming Industry

The gaming industry is continuously growing, and both gaming consoles and PCs are arming themselves with newer and better features to stay ahead in the market. The survey’s results show that the choice of gaming platform hugely depends on age and location. It will be interesting to see how this market share distribution evolves in the future.