According to the NPD (National Purchase Diary), there has been a significant increase in the number of female gamers. In 2009 the percentage of women and girls who enjoy playing video games has jumped from 23% to 28%, and the ammount of "hardcore" female gamers has increased by 4%. NPD analyst Anita Frazier said "Last year was one of the most transformative in history in terms of defining the audience for gaming." The NPD based its findings on a survey taken by the 20,000 members of its online consumer panel, which consists of people "ages two to 65+" (the younger members received some help from their parents).
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