The document discusses the proliferation of video games across different platforms and devices and the impacts on game developers and consumers. It notes positives for developers include opportunities for innovation and reaching new audiences. However, developers must also spend more on marketing, face pressure to rely on sequels instead of risks, and must create multiple versions of games. For consumers, positives are increased choice and competition, but negatives include confusion over options and needing multiple devices to access all games.

1. Proliferation Institutions and Audiences: Video Games