: Streamers are using live sports, password-sharing crackdowns, and "next-generation bundles" (combining streaming with linear TV) to stabilize revenue. 2. The Rise of "Superfans" and Intellectual Property (IP) Gaming as the New Industry Powerhouse Video games
: For younger generations, gaming is no longer just a hobby but a social square for friendship and content discovery. 4. Generative AI as a "Structural Tailwind" 2024 Digital Media Trends introduction | Deloitte Insights and gaming. 3.
: Successful companies are treating franchises (like Taylor Swift's Eras Tour or the "Barbenheimer" phenomenon) as multi-platform ecosystems spanning film, live music, and gaming. 3. Gaming as the New Industry Powerhouse
Video games have surpassed the combined revenues of the movie and music industries.
As the streaming market reaches a "plateau," major players are moving away from subscription-only growth to focus on advertising revenue.