The lockdowns stemming from the spread of the novel Coronavirus has many analysts foreseeing a stronger games industry when things return to normal. Countries across the globe have reported a surge in gaming activity as people are forced to stay indoors, for the most part. As a result, the games industry has seen a significant boost in sales but at least one developer thinks it?s too soon to celebrate.
Speaking to The Escapist, tinyBuild CEO Alex Nichiporchik warned that the sales boost that video game companies are experiencing is only temporary because the pandemic will have far-reaching economic effects, which will inevitably result in people suffering from loss of income, financial uncertainty, and diminished purchasing power.

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