The IDG Console Gaming Update offers in-depth coverage of the global hardware, physical software and digital gaming market. This report features IDG's insights and analysis on key trends affecting the console market, along with thorough coverage of other news and M&A activity relating to the space.

Topics covered in this quarter's update include:

• The possibility of $70 becoming the new price point for AAA new next-gen releases

• PlayStation June Showcase, Xbox July Showcase and August State of Play announcements

• A new wave of video game companies under scrutiny following reports of misconduct

• Speculations surrounding a new Switch hardware model

• The positive effect that Game Pass has had on game sales outside of the subscription

• DLC platform exclusivity in today's current environment where cross-platform play is highly valued

Released: August 28, 2020