#VideoGameFacts: over 214.4 million adults in the U.S. play video games. Who are they and why do they play? Find the answers in our 2020 Essential Facts report: bit.ly/35bncne

The ESA team is about to settle our heads for a long winter's nap. While we tend to our islands, we hope that you have a wonderful holiday, and a very Happy New Year!

#ICYMI: Earlier this month, we released our 2020 Economic Impact Report to highlight the different ways video games fuel America's economy. Read the full report here:ow.ly/QIWo50CRiB0

Now more than ever, it has become clear that video games impact people’s lives in meaningful ways beyond the intrinsic joy of playing. Read more from ESA President & CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis here: ow.ly/z7zw50CyjK6

Did you know video games are being used to train surgeons and improve surgery outcomes? Learn more in our #GameGenerationVoices piece at Game Generation:ow.ly/sA6e50Cyjvl

From the ESA family to yours, a very Happy Thanksgiving to all!

Why do we enjoy playing #videogames? The majority of players say video games provide mental stimulation (80%) and relaxation (79%). Video games also help to connect us: 65% of players say they play with others online or in person. Learn more: ow.ly/ZX2q50CtGdy

Holiday shopping is officially here--thinking of getting a new console? According to our research, nearly three-quarters of American households own a video game console. Learn more #videogamefacts: ow.ly/xlM050Csvss

Two weeks later and #Election2020 is still in the news -- Take a break from @CNN and check out how @NCSLorg with support from the ESA, is teaching kids about democracy. ow.ly/rFdK50CncuS

The ESA President and CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis recently discussed diversity in the video game industry, how games can bring us together, and much more with the @nationaljournal. Read here: ow.ly/qbqm50CcTLX