WHAT’S INSIDE?

Who Plays What?
Who Plays Computer and Video Games?
Who Buys Computer and Video Games?
How Long Have Gamers Been Playing?
2006 Computer and Video Game Sales by Rating
What Were the Top-Selling Game Genres in 2006?
What Were the Top-Selling Games of 2006?
Parents and Games
Parents Play Games

Who Plays What? Online and Wireless Games
How Many Gamers Play Games Online?
Who Plays Games Online?
What is the One Type of Online Game Played Most Often?
How Many Americans Play Games on Wireless Devices?

What’s the Bottom Line? Sales Data
Recent Sales Information (2005 and 2006)
Historical Sales Information (1996 – 2006)
How Many Americans Plan to Buy Games in 2007?

Who Are We?
About the ESA
ESA Members
Other Resources

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