AI NewsESA and YouGov: 212.3M people in the US between the ages of 5 and 90 play video games every week, up 3% from 2025; the average age of players rises to 37
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According to a new report by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) and YouGov, 212.3 million people in the US play video games every week, with the average age of players rising to 37.
Why it matters
The report highlights a significant increase in video game players in the US, with nearly 70% of Americans playing for at least an hour per week.
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| Techmeme | ESA and YouGov: 212.3M people in the US between the ages of 5 and 90 play video games every week, up 3% from 2025; the average age of players has risen to 37 | 6/3/2026, 3:45:36 PM |
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