In-Game Purchases and Microtransactions: Games often offer in-game purchases, such as cosmetic items, character upgrades, and additional content, generating substantial revenue.
Esports: Competitive gaming, or esports, has emerged as a lucrative industry, with professional players, teams, and tournaments attracting large audiences and sponsorship deals.
Streaming and Content Creation: Platforms like Twitch and YouTube have enabled gamers to monetize their gameplay through streaming and content creation, fostering a new economy of influencers and content creators.
