Gamepad spending in the U.S. just broke a March record

Game accessories and currency-card sales delivered record results in March, according to industry-tracking firm The NPD Group. The whole category was up int he United States as consumers rushed out to pick up extra gamepads, headsets, and more.

“Total March 2020 spending on accessories and game cards reached $397 million, increasing 12% when compared to a year ago,” NPD analyst Mat Piscatella said. “Year-to-date spending has declined 3%, to $905 million. March Accessories spending reached a record high for a March month. The previous high was set in March 2008.”