What is Video Game?
A video game[a] or computer game is an electronic game that involves interaction with a user interface or input device – such as a joystick, controller, keyboard, or motion sensing device – to generate visual feedback.
This feedback mostly commonly is shown on a video display device, such as a TV set, monitor, touchscreen, or virtual reality headset. Some computer games do not always depend on a graphics display, for example, text adventure games and computer chess can be played through teletype printers.
Video games are often augmented with audio feedback delivered through speakers or headphones, and sometimes with other types of feedback, including haptic technology.
Top Video Game Shops In South Africa
Pwned Games
Address: 207B Buchanan Square, 160 Sir Lowry Rd, Foreshore, Cape Town, 8001
Hours: Closes soon ⋅ 7 PM ⋅ Opens 10 AM Wed
Phone: 021 418 1372
KOODOO
Address: 128 Peter Rd, Simba, Sandton, 2196
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 8:30 AM Wed
Phone: 011 445 7912
Games And Gizmos
Address: Meyersdal Mall CRN Michelle ave and Hennie Alberts Str, Meyersdal, Meyersdal Alberton, Johannesburg, 1447
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 8:30 AM Wed
Phone: 011 039 2921
Affordable Gaming
Address: Shoprite Centre, Bothasig Mall Corner of Vryburger Avenue and, Tafelberg St, Bothasig, Cape Town, 7441
Hours: Closes soon ⋅ 7 PM ⋅ Opens 9 AM Wed
Phone: 061 548 3573
Nexus Hub
Address: 21 Harley St, Ferndale, Randburg, 2194
Areas served: South Africa
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 10 AM Wed
Phone: 011 789 8215
BT Games East Point Mall
Address: Shop L108, East Point Mall Cnr North Rand Rd &, Bentel Ave, Boksburg, Johannesburg, 1401
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 9 AM Wed
Phone: 011 826 2760
Retro Games
Address: 3 Appian Place, 373 Kent Ave, Ferndale, Johannesburg, 2194
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 8:30 AM Wed
Phone: 011 781 8014
What is the most played video game in South Africa?
The Most Popular Online Games In South Africa
DOTA 2. DOTA 2 is played in matches between two five-player teams, each of which occupies a stronghold in a corner of the playing field.
League Of Legends.
World Of WarCraft.
CS:GO.
How many game stores are there in SA?
About us. Game is a trusted brand with a 51-year heritage of delivering the best value on quality merchandise for African consumers, through its 118 stores in South Africa and 28 throughout the rest of Africa.
How big is the gaming industry in South Africa?
In 2018, the global gaming industry consisted of 2.3 billion consumers, who spent nearly US$ 138 billion on games.
Research done two years ago showed that there were more than 11m gamers in South Africa. A recent PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) report showed that spending on gaming in South Africa in 2017 was R3,060m.
Who own game stores in South Africa?
Massmart Holdings Limited
Massmart Holdings Limited (JSE: MSM) is a South African firm that owns local brands such as Game, Makro, Builder’s Warehouse, and CBW.
It is the second-largest distributor of consumer goods in Africa, the largest retailer of general merchandise, liquor, and home improvement equipment, and the wholesaler of basic foods.
How many people are gamers in South Africa?
24 million gamers
South Africa leads the gaming industry in Africa
With 24 million gamers, South Africa currently stands as the country with the largest video game market in Africa having 40% of the population playing video games.