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Why people play video games goes beyond simple entertainment. This data led report explores how gaming supports fun, stress relief, social connection, competition, and mental stimulation across generations. Backed by recent gaming research, it shows why video games have become a mainstream leisure habit for teens, adults, and families alike. Read the full report for the key trends.

Is modern gaming isolating — or more social than ever? While video games are often associated with solitary screen time and tabletop games with face-to-face interaction, participation data from 2025...

Is modern gaming isolating — or more social than ever? While video games are often associated with solitary screen time and tabletop games with face-to-face interaction, participation data from 2025...

The COVID-19 pandemic fundamentally altered how American families spend their time at home—and contrary to expectations, many of these changes have persisted. New analysis of federal time-use data reveals that...

Board games have evolved far beyond their utilitarian origins. Today's tabletop titles are visual spectacles—combining fine art illustration, sculptural components, and production design worthy of museum displays. But which games...

Everyone has a favorite board game that never loses its charm. Maybe it's the thrill of buying up property in Monopoly, the strategy behind a competitive game of chess, or...

Video games are a dominant part of teenage life that often cause parents to wage the pros and cons of their kids playing them. Some games foster problem-solving and critical...