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Newzoo: Global games market to reach $197 billion in 2025
Research firm Newzoo revised its 2025 outlook, forecasting the global games market will hit about $197 billion—a 7.5% year‑on‑year increase—driven by stronger-than-expected PC and mobile performance and a strong release slate including Switch 2 impact.
Analysts confirm Newzoo growth figures and PC strength
Industry coverage highlights Newzoo’s forecast that PC gaming will generate roughly $43 billion in 2025 (up ~10.4% YoY), with premium PC releases contributing significantly to revenue growth.
Steam Winter Sale 2025 goes live with broad discounts
Valve’s Steam Winter Sale started December 18 and runs through January 5, offering discounts across AAA and indie titles and tying into the Steam Awards voting period.
Top-selling games of 2025: Call of Duty and Battlefield lead U.S. retail/digital charts
Circana’s U.S. sales data for 2025 shows Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and Battlefield 6 among the year’s top sellers, indicating strong franchise performance in retail and digital markets.
One Xbox first-party title among Newzoo’s top revenue releases
Newzoo’s year-in-review lists include an Xbox first‑party remaster (Oblivion Remastered) among the top releases by revenue in key Western markets, highlighting Microsoft’s commercial success with select first‑party releases.
Sony Honda Mobility’s AFEELA to support PS Remote Play in cars
Sony Honda Mobility announced that its AFEELA vehicle will feature the world’s first in-car PS Remote Play integration, enabling PlayStation remote streaming from a vehicle’s systems.
Legal/IP developments: EA patents and industry disputes
A round-up of gaming IP and legal news notes Electronic Arts making patents available for developers and other items including legal settlements and promotional cancellations tied to large publishers and developers.
Esports, events and scheduling: ongoing seasonal competitions
League and event schedules continue globally; G League and other competitive circuits list December fixtures, reflecting ongoing esports and sports-adjacent event activity near year‑end.
Market analysis: mobile stabilisation after post-pandemic disruption
Newzoo’s report and follow-ups indicate mobile gaming returned to growth in 2025 (estimated $108 billion), marking a second consecutive year of recovery and stabilisation for the segment.
Industry commentary and community backlash coverage
Media and video commentary outlets report renewed community backlash and debate over industry practices in 2025, as creators and critics respond to monetisation, release quality, and corporate moves.