Not long ago, it was inconceivable that video games would be anything more than a niche pastime, let alone a path to a lucrative career. Yet e-sports now attract millions of fans and major brand sponsorships. How did they come to rival to traditional sports? And can they achieve mainstream success?

Tablet-based Nintendo Switch console allows players to switch from playing on their TV or monitor to taking the game on the road. By blending high-definition console gaming with the portability of mobile games, Nintendo caters to people who want sophisticated and social mobile gameplay.

Having long been regarded as stereotypically male, the gaming industry has evolved in recent years. Women now account for 55% of mobile gamers. But there’s another player who’s vying for some fun – kids. And they’re splurging on in-app purchases without the parents knowing.

How do people pick what to watch in the evening? What role will tech play in music discovery? And how are subscription services changing media consumption habits? In this part of the 2018 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about how we’ll entertain ourselves in the coming year.