#why old games dominate

According to market intelligence firm Newzoo, there are now an estimated 908 million PC gamers globally, and a staggering 92% of our playtime is spent on games older than two years. Between January and December 2024, 67% of all PC gaming hours were spent on titles six years old or more, and another 25% on games aged two to five years. So its presence in the "older games" category fits the broader trend: PC gamers keep returning to what’s familiar, polished, and already part of their digital routine. PC gaming, more than any other platform, makes it easy to run older games, find free-to-play titles, and grab classics on sale for just a few dollars. Accessibility and longevity remain central to why players keep coming back to old favorites. They have also clinched gold medals at the SEA Games and titles in multiple regional tournaments, proving that their esports ecosystem is one of the strongest in the world. Included games include some Elder Scrolls, Wolfenstein, Fallout, Quake, and Heretic games, as well as some older classics. Despite being a little older, these games are still to this day, some of the most graphically demanding titles. Read more in our articles including "PC Gamers Spend 92% of Their Time Playing Games Over Two Years Old" and "Why Filipino MLBB Pros Dominate the International Scene".