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e are proud to present a report showcasing how the data collected by PlayerXP can be utilised to conduct in-depth, comprehensive market research for games across every possible genre and archetype. This report takes data samples focused on the top games on the Steam Marketplace between the months of February and April in 2018.
From the over 2,000 games that we were able to gather comprehensive information on, using our PlayerXP Dashboard we were able to quickly and easily reduce that monumental number down to an easier-to-digest list of just the top 20. This top 20 list contains games that are truly something special, games that are able to keep their respective communities engaged either due to a constant flow of high-quality content or with nigh-endless replay value where no two play sessions are alike.
To learn more about these top 20 games, their common factors, and how they performed during our analysis period, be sure to read the report HERE!
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