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How Apple beats gaming giants without a console

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Despite never designing a flagship gaming console or blockbuster game, Apple absolutely dominates the gaming economy. By taking a 30% cut of all App Store gaming transactions and micro-purchases, Apple consistently generates more gaming revenue than Nintendo, Microsoft, Sony, and Activision Blizzard combined.

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