Two-Thirds of Gen Z Prefer Playing Games to Watching Movies
A reveals a stark generational divide in entertainment preferences: 63% of Gen Z favors video games over movies, compared to just 14% of Boomers. The shift underscores changes in how younger audiences engage with media, preferring interactive experiences that allow them to shape narratives. Additionally, 71% of Gen Z views gaming as a social activity, versus 21% of Boomers. With the gaming industry now outpacing the global movie sector in revenue ($184 billion vs. $97.5 billion), video games are redefining both entertainment consumption and social interaction.
Nvidia CEO: AI is the Future of Graphics, “We Can’t Do It Without It!”
In a bold statement at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology conference, for computer graphics. “We can’t do computer graphics anymore without artificial intelligence,” Huang said, revealing how AI boosts performance by generating multiple pixels from just one, saving energy and delivering incredible image quality. Nvidia’s AI-driven DLSS technology leads the way, reshaping the gaming and graphics industry.
IBM Wins Patent Infringement Lawsuit Against Zynga
IBM secured a victory in its against mobile game developer Zynga, convincing a Delaware jury that Zynga infringed on its web-based communications patents. The lawsuit centered on Zynga’s popular mobile game Farmville and its spin-offs, including Farmville 3, Crosswords With Friends, and Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells. Despite denying the claims, Zynga has been ordered to pay $44.9 million in damages. A Zynga spokesperson expressed disappointment with the ruling and indicated plans to appeal. The decision comes as Zynga shifts focus, recently selling its web3 project Sugartown to D20.
the*gamehers Awards to Return in 2025, Celebrating Women in Gaming and Esports
Women-focused gaming and esports platform, the*gamehers, has the return of its annual awards ceremony in 2025. Launched in 2019, the*gamehers Awards spotlight the achievements of women and femme-identifying individuals in gaming and esports. The 2024 event, held in March, saw 27 awards presented, celebrating industry talents and leading esports teams, drawing over 155,000 viewers and generating more than 10 million impressions.
