Questions about Media Create

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What is Media Create and what does it do?

Media Create is a Japanese video game sales analysis and publishing company that tracks the flow of digital entertainment. The company became the definitive source for console sales figures in Japan, counting every cartridge, disc, and download to create a granular map of consumer behavior.

When does Media Create update its sales data?

Media Create updates its official Japanese website every Friday as the sun sets over Tokyo. The site releases the top fifty selling video games of the previous week along with hardware sales figures for systems ranging from the Nintendo Switch to the original Game Boy Micro.

Who are the three major tracking firms competing in the Japanese video game market?

The three major tracking firms are Media Create, Enterbrain's Famitsu, and MediaWorks' Dengeki PlayStation. These companies tracked the same titles differently, resulting in three different sales numbers for any given software or hardware release.

What is the difference between the free and paid versions of Media Create data?

The free public version displays the top twenty games with placement rankings and percentage data, while the sales figures for the remaining games are locked behind a paywall. Paid subscriptions grant access to the full depth of the data, offering insights into the long tail of the market where niche titles find their audiences.

What is The Annual Game Industry Report published by Media Create?

The Annual Game Industry Report is a comprehensive document that serves as a historical record of the Japanese video game market. This publication offers a deep dive into trends, consumer behavior, and the evolution of the industry over the preceding twelve months.

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