Over 50% Indian Women Consider Gaming As Career Option

New Delhi: Around 56 per cent of women gamers now consider gaming as a full-time or part-time career option.

Women are eyeing a career in gaming by turning their hobby into a profession (50 per cent). The gaming sector is providing good earnings prospects (45 per cent) to gamers.

According to the second edition of ‘HP India Gaming Landscape Study 2022’, apart from gaming, many youths like becoming an influencer or gaming software developers.

PCs remained the most preferred device for gaming as 68 per cent of gamers voted for PCs. It offers better processors, design, and graphics with immersive displays, the study said.

“The PC gaming landscape in India offers a tremendous opportunity for the youth and we, at HP, are committed to supporting gamers in their journey by providing knowledge, tools, and opportunities to upskill and help them become better at their game through OMEN community initiatives,” said Vickram Bedi, Senior Director, Personal Systems, HP India market.

According to the study, most gamers rely on personal skill enhancement to upgrade their gaming performance, and some follow gaming stars to enhance their skills.