Now what was I going to write...

Gamers are getting older and average age of people gaming is getting higher even though youth is embracing the hobby earlier and in larger numbers than ever in the history of videogames.

Inevitably this will lead to differing consumer segments in the games market - a senior requires something else to fully enjoy a game than lets say a kindergardener. Ergonomy and ease of use will eventually become relevant to the aging gamer and through that they will become relevant to those wanting to do business with games.

I am only 40 years currently, but as a gamer I am ancient. I started with Philips Videopac G7000 or Magnavox Odyssey^2 for the oceanically challenged back in 1979. I took a firm hold of the flimsy joystick and never let go. I feel that mainstream gaming media is doing no favours for us more mature players. Granted that the segment is currently small, but it is getting bigger by day and those taking it into account can tap into market that has significantly more free capital to invest into their hobby.

Luxury perhiperals and premium content for the games are just a click away in the webshops and game's internal servers for those with credit cards and willingness to use them to enhance playing experience. This is already a growing trend in the gaming market. EQ started with premium servers and service for those willing to pay a ridiculous monthly fee and for real life money you can get extra stuff legally and against the terms of service in majority of subscription based online games.

And I am all for it. I do not have lightning reflexes anymore and I do not derive enjoyment in games in a similar manner as I did 15 years ago. I do not anymore need games lasting 200 hours and I am far too lazy to put up with much inconveniences when I want to play but to make me into a lucrative customer I am willing to pay for a smooth experience that rubs my ego and avatar the right way.

From this viewpoint I intend to occasionally offer my 3 cents around games and gaming.