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NZ consumers spend $500 million on video games
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NZ consumers spend $500 million on video games

New Zealanders spent NZD $452.3 million on video games and hardware in 2017, as consumer spending heads towards half a billion dollars, reports IGEA.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Mar 2018
Fun for all ages: New study says yep, videogames are good for all Kiwis
Gaming

Fun for all ages: New study says yep, videogames are good for all Kiwis

A new report has dealt a blow to those in the anti-videogame club, showing that video and computer games have positive effects on the way Kiwis learn.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Aug 2017
NZ gaming industry records mega-growth
Gaming

NZ gaming industry records mega-growth

NZ's gaming sector sees a boom, hitting nearly NZD$300m in sales, with digital sales driving growth and mobile games leading the charge.

By David Williams • 5 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2014
What's the average age of an NZ gamer?
Gaming

What's the average age of an NZ gamer?

New study reveals the average NZ gamer is 33 years old, highlighting the widespread appeal and educational use of video games in family households.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Aug 2010

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Australian game developers march on, generating $118 million of revenue
Gaming

Australian game developers march on, generating $118 million of revenue

The Australian video game development industry continues to flourish, despite minimal recognition from their government.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2018
Games from down under: Nvidia consolidates its support for ANZ gaming industry
Gaming

Games from down under: Nvidia consolidates its support for ANZ gaming industry

IGEA has expanded its membership, welcoming independent game developer Wicked Witch and technology company Nvidia as members...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Aug 2017
Gaming Gramps: Elders across ANZ take up controllers to help ward off dementia
Gaming

Gaming Gramps: Elders across ANZ take up controllers to help ward off dementia

Aussie elders join the gaming revolution, picking up controllers to boost brain health and keep dementia at bay.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Jul 2017
iGEA auctioning games for Christchurch relief effort
Gaming

iGEA auctioning games for Christchurch relief effort

iGEA hosts a massive gaming auction on Trade Me to support Christchurch quake relief, offering top titles for gamers to bid on.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 9th May 2011

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