Number of Americans Who Plan to Buy Games in 2008
Stat: 41% of Americans have purchased or plan to purchase one or more games in 2008
Stat Categories: Video Game Industry Stats
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Years: 2008
Stat Source: Entertainment Software Association (ESA) 
Publisher (site that mentioned this stat): Entertainment Software Association (ESA)
Submitted By: Michael Raeford
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