Streaming and gameplay videos are thriving.
Video game gameplay already has a strong presence and community on YouTube under normal circumstances, but in quarantine, where platforms like YouTube have seen traffic increases as high as 500 percent, game According to Electronic Arts, 'The Sims 4' had its 'biggest year since launch in terms of revenue and engagement.' As we're now seeing, the current pandemic is no different, with countless viewers and creators alike flocking to games like 'Animal Crossing: New Horizons' and 'The Sims 4,' to the point where the Nintendo Switch had sold out from stores worldwide for months. During times of stress, video games often can provide a reprieve for players or enthusiasts.
