But in real terms, how much time do we spend our lives gaming? According to the 2020 Average Gaming Playtime Report–an international study carried out by GamingSmart.com–the typical player spends around three years of their life with their console, handheld or PC. Before the coronavirus, average gamers dedicated around 6.4 hours a week; since the pandemic took hold, this has jumped to 8.6 hours–a 34% rise in commitment. Even if life returns to pre-coronavirus conditions, Manning Taylor, the founder of GamingSmart.com, believes the growth in gaming hours will continue. He said: “It's clear that from the data we're seeing, gamers are spending more time playing video games than they ever have before.

Source: Forbes December 18, 2020 10:52 UTC