Digital distribution of video games

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Digital distribution of video games is the process of delivering video game content as digital information directly to consumers, bypassing physical media like optical discs or cartridges. Enabled by advancements in internet bandwidth since the early 2000s, this method has become the dominant way video games are bought, sold, and updated. Major storefronts and marketplaces like Steam, PlayStation Store, and Xbox Games Store serve as central hubs for this ecosystem.