China’s video games market has made a comeback this year, with domestic revenues increasing 13% to reach a record 303 billion yuan (US$42.6 billion).

According to the industry association CGIGC, the country’s gaming population also expanded 0.61% to a historic high of 668 million players, surpassing North America’s population. However, overseas revenues took a hit, falling 5.65% to US$16.3 billion.