The video game industry has become a towering titan in the entertainment sector with budgets comparable to Hollywood blockbusters being put into AAA releases. These are games that have the highest production values, usually produced by major publishers – complete with musical scores, voice acting, and layout design that rival movies in terms of artistic merit.
The games themselves are more flashy, beautiful, and easily accessible than ever. With all these advances, video games have become so ubiquitous that it’s highly unlikely you don’t know a “gamer.” Plus there are so many ways to play! There’s the console gamer, casual mobile app enthusiast, and PC die-hard to name but a few – and odds are that you know at least one of each, or maybe YOU are one!
Engaging with video games is no longer a case of picking up a controller or participating in a LAN party. You can now watch expert players show off their skills over the internet. Millions tune in to watch other people play video games every day as it offers a chance to watch a skilled player at work, lets you become part of a live social experiment, and provides a great deal of entertainment – and by clicking on ads and giving donations or tips, you are essentially paying them to build their brand as an online personality.
Whether you’re a business or an individual player, the appeal of the medium is clear, and its success looks to be unstoppable. Gaming has become a way of life for many people, and the visionaries who paved the way have become exceptionally wealthy in the process. From those that made gaming more accessible and affordable, to the entrepreneurs who have made it possible to make money live streaming your gaming prowess, several incredibly savvy individuals have made a name for themselves in the gaming industry.
Read on to find out more about four of the most prolific and monied-up video game moguls, and what they and their companies have contributed to gaming’s success.
Video Game Moguls by ABC FINANCE LTD.