Even though many developers are being laid off, consumer spending in gaming was actually up in January 2026, new report reveals

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The vibes are rotten out there if you work anywhere near video games. 2026 is yet another year off to a terrible start when it comes to layoffs, project cancellations, and studio closures that often don't make a lick of sense. Despite all this, though, US consumer spending on video games has gone up year-on-year. Read more