Video games are the new kings of media, even for Garth Brooks

Video-game platforms like Fortnite and Roblox have already become go-to spots to celebrate birthdays, hear new music and watch movie trailers. — shixart1985 on VisualHunt/CC BY

Video-game platforms like Fortnite and Roblox have already become go-to spots to celebrate birthdays, hear new music and watch movie trailers.

Now they’re pushing to become true media hubs, where entire albums may be distributed exclusively and socialising is just as important as gaming. Even as people begin to emerge from pandemic lockdowns and can get up from the couch – video games look to bolster their status as the new kings of communication.