% / percent of game players under the age of 18 report that their parents are present when they purchase or rent games.



Stat: Ninety-four percent of game players under the age of 18 report that their parents are present when they purchase or rent games.

Stat Categories: Video Game Industry Stats

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Years: Unknown

Stat Source: Entertainment Software Association (ESA)

Publisher (site that mentioned this stat): Entertainment Software Association (ESA)

Submitted By: Michael Raeford

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