5 trends that will shape the gaming sector in 2023

Introduction

Since the early years of video games, genres such as sport and adventure games have been enjoyed by many from the comfort of their own home, but not in the same way as we are able to today. Thanks to online accessibility, players can now participate and engage in activities beyond solo or couch gameplay, through organized events with opponents across the globe.

It can be said that video games have come a long way from the retro pixelated days, now thriving with thousands of real-time players. The development of visuals and other factors are inextricably linked with the development of technology that offers an opportunity to deploy more resource-intensive processes.

Recently, India has witnessed a substantial surge in the gaming sector with lots of young Indians engaging in gaming activities, especially through their mobile phones.

The Indian gaming market stood at $2.6 billion at the end of 2022 and is expected to grow at a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 27 percent to reach $8.6 billion by 2027.

Trends Shaping the Gaming Industry in 2023

In 2023, new trends are expected to rule the domain in the games industry, from casual gaming to the acceptance of the Metaverse.

Here are some of those gaming trends that have been shaping, or are expected to shape, the industry in the near future.

1. The Metaverse – Dive into the Virtual Space

The metaverse is a permanent virtual space where people can interact with each other and with digital objects through their avatars. The games industry is expected to not only experience the rise of the metaverse, but also make sure to offer its own unique experiences.

2. The Rise and Rise of Casual Gaming

As mentioned, casual gaming will witness a surge in India. There has been an increase in both hardcore gamers who prefer some of the top-selling AAA titles and in the number of gamers looking for casual gameplay as a form of relaxation and diversion from work and other factors. A wider array of casual games via portable devices has also made this a top trend in the industry.

3. Emergence of Next-Gen Mobile Gaming Growth with 5G

Currently, the 5G network is the most advanced cellular technology, which allows almost everything and everyone to remain connected. The best aspect about it is that it can deliver higher peak data speeds of several Gbps and possess an incredibly low latency.

A number of new developments within the games industry will benefit from high-speed internet combined with a substantially reduced latency. Since processing power doesn’t always need to be on your phone but may instead be on a server somewhere, 5G internet has the potential to disrupt various industries, starting with cloud gaming.

4. Wearable Tech to become more popular

Wearable technology is electronic devices that can be carried or worn by individuals that help them monitor certain activities that they engage in. Smartwatches, virtual reality headsets and even portable gaming devices are incorporated with features including transmission sensors and data-gathering for processing activities and are increasingly being used within the games and tech industries.

Going forward in 2023, the demand for such wearables is expected to increase, which will help some players focus and perform better. Such devices can improve microphone usage and stat-tracking to boost streaming quality for content creators, thus the demand for this kind of technology is expected to follow this trend in 2023.

5. Use of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality

One of the most significant trends of 2023 that will have an impact on the games industry is the progression of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). The use of augmented reality in gaming usually combines audio material and game pictures helping players not only view but also interact with the game, its content, and its visuals on a real-time basis. Virtual reality on the other hand typically requires space to be able to create a playing field. With the PSVR 2 on the horizon and more focus being pulled in the direction of AR and VR, it could be said that the future in this domain is certainly very bright.

Closing Thoughts

The points mentioned above will no doubt be some of the dominant trends in 2023, helping to shape the games industry in a prosperous way for India. As technology and time advance, the interest and demand for bigger and better gaming opportunities will rise, and these trends will no doubt give the industry a much-needed boost in our country.

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