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Analysis of Omdia’s handheld gaming market forecast. Assesses the key trends, dynamics, and market opportunity in all segments that handheld gaming encompasses. Charts, visualizations, and recommendations are provided.
Associated platforms covered include Valve Steam Deck, PlayStation Portal, Nintendo Switch 2, and handheld gaming PCs including Asus ROG Xbox Ally and Lenovo Legion Go.
Related files: Games Handhelds Sales Metrics Database
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Senior Analyst, Games
James specializes in analyzing the markets for console hardware and software, PC games distribution platforms, and handheld gaming. As part of Omdia’s games team, he helps publishers, platform holders, components companies, and telcos make better strategic decisions. In addition to market forecasts and reports, he analyzes industry events and trends. James also supports consults concerning the wider games industry. Before joining Omdia, James worked as a research analyst in HR tech, where his insight informed business decisions and supported the development and implementation of new products powered by AI. James has also covered the market for video games across several writing roles, including as editor for a specialist website covering the Nintendo 3DS handheld console. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Economics from Royal Holloway, University of London.
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