The IDG November 2021 Games Report offers in-depth coverage of the global gaming market. This report features IDG's insights and analysis on key trends affecting the console, PC, and mobile gaming markets, along with thorough coverage of other news and M&A activity into the space. In addition, this report features an updated forecast for the global console gaming market.

Topics covered in this quarter's update include, among others:

• A deep dive into the different types of metaverses that are prevalent in the games industry, the companies that are leading the charge and IDG's thoughts on the feasibility and potential of the metaverse

• An analysis of the performance of digital-only consoles, with a spotlight on the Xbox series S in particular

• An overview of the new Windows 11 OS and its potential impact on gaming

• A deep dive into the value of IP and how it is being leveraged within the mobile games market

• IDG's thoughts on the "Great Resignation" that has been occurring around the globe and its potential impact within the games industry

• A look at Netflix's early game slate

Released: Novemberr 30, 2021