Playing video games bring joy #NZPlays25

The majority of gamers in NZ play with other people #NZPlays25

Parents let their children play video games as the kids enjoy it and there are learning opportunities #NZPlays25

Parents play games with children for many reasons, overwhelmingly to connect #NZPlays25

According to #NZPlays25 the top game genres enjoyed by Kiwis are action/adventure, puzzle and board/card

47% of NZ gamers are women #NZPlays25

80% of gamers in NZ are aged over 18 #NZPlays25

Playing games is more than a mainstream entertainment activity in NZ. 81% of Kiwis play. #NZPlays25

Thanks to the @nzgda.bsky.social for having us at #NZGDC and presenting #NZPlays25. You can download the report here: igea.net/2025/09/new-...

New Zealand children and parents love playing video games together NZ Plays 2025 report reveals parents see video games as a positive force in learning, connection and creativity New

Nine out of ten NZ households are playing video games in 2025.
Our #NZPlays25 study with Bond University shows people play games for fun and to experience joy.

Families play games together for connection and education:
igea.net/2025/09/new-...