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Heterogeneous Development Paths to Growth and Innovation: The Evolution of the Video Game Industry across Four Hubs

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  • Hakan Ozalp

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This study explores the evolution and success drivers of the global video game industry, focusing on key hubs within Finland, Poland, Japan, and the United States. Using a qualitative methodology, the research delves into how unique capabilities and historical development have contributed to the industry's growth across these nations. The findings reveal diverse pathways to building video game industry clusters, emphasizing the role of cross-industry skill transfer, intellectual property, and government support. In traditional hubs like Japan and the United States, the crossover of capabilities from entertainment and hardware industries has been crucial, whereas, in newer hubs like Finland and Poland, the growth is attributed to unique local developments such as hobby coder communities or leveraging the initial localization efforts to build globally appealing games. It further highlights the pivotal role of education in sustaining the growth of video game industry hubs.

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  • Hakan Ozalp, 2024. "Heterogeneous Development Paths to Growth and Innovation: The Evolution of the Video Game Industry across Four Hubs," WIPO Economic Research Working Papers 84, World Intellectual Property Organization - Economics and Statistics Division.
    • Handle: RePEc:wip:wpaper:84
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