Survey Reveals Over Half of Hardcore Gamers Avoid Full-Priced Titles

contact@aggrofeed.com (AggroFeed) — Wed, 06 May 2026 17:22:43 +0000

A recent survey has uncovered a significant trend among hardcore gamers, revealing that more than 50% are no longer willing to spend full price on video games. This finding is particularly noteworthy as it highlights changing consumer attitudes towards game pricing across different age demographics. As first reported by Pure Xbox, the survey was conducted by IGN in collaboration with Kantar and UC Berkeley, targeting a diverse range of gamers segmented into three age groups: 14-29, 30-44, and 46-61.

Survey Reveals 62% of Dedicated Gamers Shun Full-Price Titles

contact@aggrofeed.com (AggroFeed) — Wed, 06 May 2026 13:27:56 +0000

A new survey has unveiled a striking trend among hardcore gamers: 62% are opting out of purchasing full-price games. This shift signals a significant change in player behavior and preferences, suggesting that the traditional model of game pricing may be facing serious challenges. As first reported by VGC, the survey highlights that older gamers, in particular, are the least likely to commit to buying games at their full price.

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Survey Reveals Over Half of Hardcore Gamers Avoid Full-Priced Titles

Survey Reveals 62% of Dedicated Gamers Shun Full-Price Titles