The IDG September 2022 Games Report offers in-depth coverage of the global gaming market. This report features IDG's insights and analysis on key trends affecting the console, PC, and mobile gaming markets, along with thorough coverage of other news and M&A activity into the space. In addition, this report features an updated forecast for the global mobile gaming market.

Topics covered in this quarter's update include:

• A look into the success of Grand Theft Auto V highlighting a few underappreciated ingredients to the game's accomplishments

• A closer look at the progress of cloud gaming on smart TVs

• A highlight of Twitch's recent updates on its revenue share and the impact it may have on the platform

• A recap of Gamescom 2022

• An update on the status of Web3 market

• A revisit of the economics of mobile game development with a focus on top performing games

Released: September 30, 2022