The US videogame market was down 8 per cent on last year, despite a record December for sales, according to data released by the NPD Group.

The industry generated $19.66 billion during the twelve months, down from the $21.4 billion in 2008. Every section of the business was down year-on-year, apart from the handheld hardware market which grew 6 per cent by revenue. Console hardware was down 13 per cent, console software down 10 per cent and handheld software also down 10 per cent.

"Clearly, 2009 was tough year for consumers and the national economy," offered Michael Gallagher of the ESA.

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