VGC writes: “Over in hardware, it was a tough year for the console market, with sales of games consoles down 21% year-on-year. PS5 was the best-selling platform across tracked markets, but sales fell 20%. Nintendo Switch sales were down 15%, while Xbox Series X/S sales dropped 48%. The console space had a tough year with a lack of major releases, plus the fact the Switch was in its eighth year on sale.”