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PC Gaming Revenue Set to Overtake Consoles by 2028

3/14/2026

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Newzoo's 2026 PC and Console Gaming Report projects PC gaming revenue will surpass console revenue by 2028, with PC growing 6.6% and consoles 4.4%.
The overall gaming market is projected to reach $103.7 billion, driven by a shift from volume growth to premium pricing and monetization strategies.
Although the player base grows, time spent gaming has declined, while GTA 6 is expected to launch on PC after its console release.

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Newzoo's 2026 PC and Console Gaming Report projects PC gaming revenue will surpass console revenue by 2028, with PC growing 6.6% and consoles 4.4%.
The overall gaming market is projected to reach $103.7 billion, driven by a shift from volume growth to premium pricing and monetization strategies.
Although the player base grows, time spent gaming has declined, while GTA 6 is expected to launch on PC after its console release.