Approximately 85% of U.S. teens report playing video games, with about 41% playing daily. (Pew Research Center) While specific data for 17-year-olds isn't provided, these figures suggest that a significant portion of teens in that age group engage in gaming.
Among teen boys, 97% play video games, and 62% identify as gamers. In contrast, 73% of teen girls play video games, but only 17% consider themselves gamers. (ConnectSafely)
The popularity of gaming among teens is further highlighted by the fact that 89% of teen gamers play with others, either in person or online, and 47% have made friends through gaming. (Pew Research Center)
These statistics underscore the widespread appeal of video games among teenagers, including 17-year-olds, and their role in social interaction and community building.