The following insights have been taken from the GWI November 2024 Zeitgeist. GWI Zeitgeist is a free add-on to GWI Core that features a different set of topical questions each month. You can view the full list of topics for November by clicking here.
New Year, New Goals: Handheld Gamers Prioritize Health and Wellness in 2024
This year, handheld gamers are placing a strong emphasis on self-improvement, with data revealing they are 73% more likely than the average internet user to include quitting smoking or vaping in their New Year’s resolutions. This trend underscores a rising commitment within the gaming community to embrace healthier lifestyles. Furthermore, nearly half of this audience expressed a clear intent to prioritize mental health, making it a key focus of their New Year's goals. These resolutions reflect a shifting mindset among handheld gamers, who are increasingly focused on achieving a balance between physical wellness and mental well-being for the year ahead.
413 internet users aged 16-64 who have an interest in gaming.
Loneliness and Mental Health Among Gen Z Gamers
In the past year, a significant portion of Gen Z gamers have struggled with loneliness linked to personal challenges. Specifically, 22.7% of this group report that low self-esteem has led them to feel isolated and disconnected from others. Furthermore, 19.5% say that their mental health struggles have contributed to similar feelings of loneliness, highlighting a broader issue within this demographic where personal insecurities and mental health concerns are impacting their sense of social connection. This data underscores the importance of addressing self-esteem and mental health support within the gaming community to foster a more connected and resilient generation.
2,900 internet users aged 16-64 who have an interest in gaming.
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