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“It really depends on when the next two systems launch, and with what launch titles to drive demand for the hardware.”
Anita Frazier
“Handheld platforms were the big story last year, and so far this year, that segment of the industry has continued to grow significantly since last year.”
“We're in a transition period, so a lot of dollars are being saved for new video game consoles. And there are more choices vying for consumer dollars, and more consumers holding on to their money in anticipation of new consoles. Although a lot of people are disappointed _ especially publishers whose sales aren't living up to expectations _ I wouldn't say this is doom or gloom. It's going to be an interesting number of months until everything settles down.”
“I don't view it as a delay because everyone was planning on it being in the fall if not later. There is some relief it's not going to be delayed longer.”
“I don't think the delay will impact their ability to capture market share with the next generation. The brand is very strong and Sony was always clear that they would release the system when it was ready and not before.”
“That would certainly be an interesting development in the market.”
“This is such an interesting direction for McDonald's, ... This could encourage kids to go to McDonald's to play games. It is like the kids' version of Starbucks' wireless hot spots.”
“The real story for 2005 was the incredible expansion of portable gaming. The GBA continued to realize stellar sales, and the introduction of the (Nintendo) DS and PSP to the market brought older gamers to the portable format.”
“The introduction of the Xbox 360 was a defining moment for the industry in 2005. However, it goes without saying that the full impact of next generation consoles on the consumer market won't unfold until later this year when Sony and Nintendo's video game consoles hit U.S. retail shelves. The real story for 2005 was the incredible expansion of portable gaming. The GBA continued to realize stellar sales, and the introduction of the DS and PSP to the market brought older gamers to the portable format.”
“While we have seen retail sales of PC games decrease for several years now, we know from talking to consumers about their online gaming behaviors that playing games on the PC, whether it's via online casual sites or through MMO subscription play, has been increasing. As a result, NPD will be launching its new definition of the US PC game market this spring, which will include a combination of sales from retail, downloads, and both casual and MMO subscription revenues. We expect this will add significant dollars to the PC game market size.”
