Video gaming is a popular way for gamers to connect with friends and family, and many gamers have formed relationships through video games. During a 2026 survey, 49 percent of responding gamers in the United States agreed that playing games has helped them stay connected to friends and family.
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Entertainment Software Association. (May 27, 2026). Share of video gamers in the United States who have made social connections through video games as of February 2026 [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved July 21, 2026, from /statistics/1340350/us-video-gaming-community-social-connections/
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