Welcome to VG Charts - Our Aim and Methodology

VG Charts is the first website of its kind to provide a comprehensive analysis of the worldwide videogame market via a variety of research techniques; including interviews with publishers, developers, analysts, retailers and distributors, historical data fitting and analysis of sell-through information. VG Charts believes that by adopting a multifaceted approach, we can present information that is as unbiased, accurate and as complete as possible.

In preparing its research, VG Charts relies on the following methods:

Industry Interviews

VG Charts relies on an extensive base of industry contacts in videogame development, publishing, and distribution. By working closely with these sources we aim to obtain information from the sources closest to the markets as things are happening.

Analysis of Sell-Through Data

VG Charts analyzes sell-through data from a variety of different sources for Japan, the US, Europe, and rest of the world markets. VG Charts has one primary concern with regard to data collection services: the reliability of market data from any data service is subject to interpretation, and VG Charts verifies the accuracy of sell-through data by conducting interviews with industry executives and competing sell-through services, if available. By adjusting sell-through data to reflect industry feedback, we can create detailed analyses of market trends and provide accurate market statistics and projections.

Extensive Worldwide Database

Throughout its 5-year history, VG Charts has compiled a comprehensive database, including historical sales data and country-specific analyses which is instrumental in our approach to analysing and understanding the latest data that is made available.

We hope you enjoy using the site. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.