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Japan’s console market shrunk by over 30% in 2024, bringing an end to 4 consecutive years of growth
(automaton-media.com)
this post was submitted on 19 Jan 2025
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It's also right at the end of the prior generation. Let's get Switch 2 release numbers in and compare to Switch 1 release numbers before we draw too many conclusions.
That said, the PC market has been overtaking consoles. Particularly since PC handhelds are a thing. Things like the Steam Deck are directly competing with Switch and (soon) Switch 2 sales.
Yeah. A PC “console” brings so much value since “backward compatibility” isn’t even really a thing. Pretty much all games just work, even older console exclusives via emulation. I can’t imagine upgrading my pc and having to repurchase a game with “HD” graphics.
We're talking about the Japanese domestic market, right?