Gaming Gone Wild: Meet The States Most Obsessed With Their Video Games

Gaming took the world by storm in the early 80s and has become a favored hobby for millions of Americans. Some states take their love of gaming to a higher level

10 States Obsessed with Gaming

Online Jigsaw site I’m-A-Puzzle conducted an in-depth review of gaming search terms in each state to determine which states love gaming the most. They analyzed over 1000 gaming-related searches, such as “Steam,” “PS5,” and “Nintendo Switch,” over the last 12 months. The researchers then did some math based on population to determine a search score based on interest per 100,000 residents. 

Here are the top 10 gaming-obsessed states.

Nevada

It comes as no surprise that the state renowned for adult gaming also loves video gaming. Nevada averaged over 75,000 gaming-related searches per 100,000 residents. 

Nevada residents mostly search for gaming platforms and consoles, with the terms “ps5,” “Steam,” and “Nintendo Switch” getting the most attention. 

Georgia

There are many things to do in the Peach State, but many residents prefer staying home to game, at least according to their search results. 

The state scored twenty points below Nevada in gaming-related searches per 100,000 residents, with the same three search terms topping the list. 

New York

New York residents love gaming. Scoring only slightly below Georgia for inquiries per 100,000, big apple residents are constantly googling gaming terms. 

The state has over 475,000 average monthly searches for the top three phrases, “ps5,” “Nintendo Switch,” and “Steam” (combined, not each).

Utah

With so many national parks to enjoy, it’s a wonder why Utah residents love gaming so much. Maybe when you live there, the natural resources lose their appeal.

Utah ranked 4th on the list for most gaming-related searches per capita. 

Texas

Everything is bigger in Texas, including the gaming obsession. The number five ranking shows that Texans love their video games, despite all the wonderful things to do throughout Texas. 

Colorado

Colorado is an outdoor wonderland. Boasting the Rocky Mountain National Park, Mesa Verde, and many outdoor activities, it’s amazing that anyone has time for gaming.

Native Coloradoans disagree, as the state ranked 6th for most gaming-related searches. Perhaps gaming is the only option in the winter when there’s too much snow to go outside and the shoulder seasons when the mountains are covered in mud. 

Illinois

Most people don’t consider all the beautiful things to do in Illinois, and apparently, the residents agree, as they ranked 7th on the list for gaming searches. 

Virginia

Virginia residents love gaming. Perhaps it’s a nice break from the political whirlwind in nearby DC. 

Maryland

Maryland ranked 9th for the most gaming-obsessed state, with a little over 7100 average monthly searches for gaming-related terms per 100,000 residents. 

California

It makes sense that the state with the biggest population also has a massive love for gaming. The Golden State rounded out the top ten with 7130 average monthly searches per 100,000 residents. 

If you visit California, consider exploring all the state has to offer rather than staying indoors with your console. 

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Where Did Your State Rank?

Here’s the complete list of each state’s rankings. 

1. Nevada
2. Georgia
3. New York
4. Utah
5. Texas
6. Colorado
7. Illinois
8. Virginia
9. Maryland
10. California
11. Washington
12. North Carolina
13. Oregon
14. Florida
15. Arizona
16. Ohio
17. Tennessee
18. Massachusetts
19. Oklahoma
20. Delaware
21. Indiana
22. Nebraska
23. Pennsylvania
24. Michigan
25. Missouri
26. North Dakota
27. West Virginia
28. New Jersey
29. Connecticut
30. Kentucky
31. South Carolina
32. Alabama
33. Rhode Island
34. New Mexico
35. Kansas
36. New Hampshire
37. Arkansas
38. Louisiana
39. Wisconsin
40. Minnesota
41. Iowa
42. Idaho
43. Wyoming
44. Maine
45. Mississippi
46. Alaska
47. South Dakota
48. Vermont
49. Montana
50. Hawaii