Despite a beaten down economy, computer and console games aren't going anywhere. Or, at least that's what the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) says.
Forty-two percent of American adults plan to give or are looking to get some kind of videogame this holiday season, according to a new report that the ESA just released. On top of that, according to the poll results, 52 percent of respondents believe that with the current economy, games are a good pick this season. It's not all bad, they're saying.
Here's their line:
Holiday shoppers continue to choose computer and video games because they provide the gift of family entertainment at a great value. The survey showed that 54 percent of those who play computer and video games plan to play with a friend or family member during the holiday season. For about the cost for a family of four to go to a movie, a gift giver can find the perfect game that will amuse children and adults during the holidays and beyond.
I see where they're going with this. Even still, the number of planned game gifts is up, and at its highest point since 2004. And it makes sense. There's plenty of solid software on shelves right now, with a bit more coming before the holiday rush hits. I know I have several titles on my list. I wonder if Santa gifts import games.
Dale North is Destructoid's Editor-In-Chief, a founding editor, and specialist in Japanese gaming. An accomplished musician, Dale was reporting from Japan during the earthquakes of 2011. Luckily, he got the fuck out alive and is home in America now with his wife and beloved corgi, Einstein. Dale is also a co-founder of Destructoid's sister anime site
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1:20 PM on 11.16.2009
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because the ladies don't like you- but then your name is "handy"
I'd like to get my games back.
Windows 7
Zune HD 34 gb
New Phone either Droid on verizon or HTC hero on sprint
And that's about it. Last year i expect to get gifts from parents so i should go with more...
I meant games but thanks for going there.