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About the Computer Games industry

The UK Games industry forms a major part of a global industry that is gaining in importance and prominence.

Sales of the most popular games are now breaking records for sales of entertainment products.

Find out more here about the size and shape of the industry and its workforce and what skills are needed as it faces future challenges.


Overview - Computer Games

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The computer games industry is now firmly established as a major feature of the UK's contemporary media landscape.

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Where is the computer games sector based?

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There are various computer games hubs throughout the UK.

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Visual Effects

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Visual Effects (VFX) is a fun, dynamic industry to work in, creating amazing images for some of the best films, TV shows and adverts around.

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Computer games labour market information

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The UK computer games industry forms a major part of a global industry that is gaining in prominence and importance. Read Creative Skillset's research to find out more.

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Who works in computer games?

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The computer games sector employs just under 7,000 people.

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