Insights: Gen Z’s Social Media, Game Habits Pushing Entertainment In New Directions
...watching TV shows and movies at home is just not that big a deal. In fact, among a list of entertainment options, film and TV watching was fourth for Gen Z. For other generations, it’s always been No. 1.
“It’s the first generation where we’ve seen this,” Westcott said. “Gaming is much more important than other forms of entertainment. When they’re on social media, they’re using it as a gateway to music and gaming. They’re using those social-media platforms as access to other content.”
...it’s important to remember what’s helping drive the popularity of many games, from first-person shooters to casual mobile titles: their social components.
“The vast majority are connected with their friends while playing games,” Westcott said. “They use gaming as a social connection while playing.”
More problematically, half of Gen Z respondents said they get news and current events through their social media channels. Given the challenges social media companies have faced with disinformation, gaslighting, and similar issues, that’s not…useful.
In yet another warning sign for social media companies, a strong majority think the platforms are responsible for what’s published on their platforms.
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