The overlooked opportunity of older gamers: Industry failing to serve aging player base
By
Lewis Packwood
Summary
The article examines the growing yet underserved demographic of older video game players ("grey gamers"). As the first generation that grew up with video games approaches retirement age, industry analysts argue that game developers and publishers are failing to cater to this expanding market. Games are overwhelmingly designed by and marketed to younger audiences, leaving a significant gap for older players who have different preferences, play styles, and accessibility needs. The piece explores how this demographic represents a major growth opportunity for the gaming industry if properly addressed.
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bskyThe overlooked opportunity of older gamers: Industry failing to serve aging player basegamesindustry.bizKey quotes
· 3 pulledI am 54 years old now, and I grew up with games – but I think I was also the first generation that grew up with games. So when I'm going into retirement, when I'm 70 years old, that should be the peak. That should be the peak of our install base.
You have more people playing games than ever before, but the industry is still largely focused on the same young demographic it has always targeted.
Nobody's making games for the retired people.
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