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Gen Z Shifts to Budget Games Amid Spending Drop
8/11/2025
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- A June 2025 study by Circana shows a striking 13% drop in spending among 18-to-24-year-olds, with video game purchases plummeting nearly 25%. Faced with economic hurdles like a challenging job market and soaring prices, Gen Z is pivoting towards budget-friendly "friendslop" games, highlighting a significant shift in their gaming priorities.
