ICv2: The Business of Geek Culture: Pro Articles

In 2016

July 20, 2017

Sales of hobby games in the U.S. and Canada topped $1.4 billion in 2016, reaching $1.44 billion, according to a new estimate compiled by ICv2.

Game Sales Up, But Releases Up More

July 18, 2017

A significant concern is that the increase in the number of hobby game releases is greater than the growth in the market.

Finishes, Displays, Layout

July 18, 2017

There are always nips, tucks, and tweaks you can make to make things different, fresh, and wring profit from every square foot.

From Retailer-Friendly to No Trade Distribution

July 17, 2017

Spring 2017 demonstrated the wide range of ways that games funded by Kickstarter make their way to trade.

Retailer Strategies from the Front Lines

July 17, 2017

It's in the air, and it may affect your store. When fatigue hits, here are ways to fight back.

March 29, 2017

July 17, 2017

We visited Midtown Comics' Times Square store.

Exclusive to ICv2 Pro

March 10, 2017

This chart of the Top 10 Graphic Novel Franchises reflects sales in all channels for Fall (September-December) 2016.

Summer (May - August) 2017

March 9, 2017

Here are the Pick Hits for Collectible Games for Summer 2017.

Summer (May - August) 2017

March 9, 2017

Here are the Pick Hits for Miniature Games (Non-Collectible) for Summer 2017.

Summer (May - August) 2017

March 9, 2017

Here are the Pick Hits for Roleplaying Games for Summer 2017.

Summer (May - August) 2017

March 9, 2017

Here are the Pick Hits for Board Games for Summer 2017.

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