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Skill Gaming Market Size to Surpass USD 85.34 billion by 2030, exhibiting a CAGR of 13.3%
The global skill gaming market size was USD 30.99 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach USD 85.34 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 13.3% during the forecast period. Fortune Business Insights presents this information in their latest research report titled “Global Skill Gaming Market Forecast, 2023-2030.”
Gamers and developers are attracted to skill-based games for mental challenges, social interaction, and competitive opportunities. The scope of this study includes the platforms and games which require the players to compete and utilize real currency with other players. Such games are considered into casino games, board games, sportsbooks, puzzle games, word games, and poker.
Key Industry Developments:
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Key Takeaways
- Skill Gaming Market size in North America was USD 8.77 billion in 2022
- Rise in Gaming Applications Usage during the Pandemic Led to Market Growth
- Rising Demand for Advancement in Internet Technology to Drive the Market Growth
- Board Based Segment to Dominate due to Consumers’ Tendency to Switch to Alternative Board Games
Discover the Leading Players Featured in the Report:
“Companies leading the global Skill Gaming Market are Skillz, Inc. (U.S.), Arkadium, Inc. (U.S.), AviaGames, Inc. (U.S.), GameDuell GmbH (Germany), GSN Games (U.S.), Junglee Games (U.S.), Big Fish Games (U.S.), Sporta Sports Technologies Private Limited (India), Triumph LLC (U.S.), Game Taco Inc. (U.S.)”
Report Scope & Segmentation
| Report Coverage | Details |
| Forecast Period | 2023 to 2030 |
| Forecast Period 2023 to 2030 CAGR | 13.3% |
| 2030 Value Projection | USD 85.34 billion |
| Base Year | 2022 |
| Skill Gaming Market Size in 2022 | USD 30.99 billion |
| Historical Data for | 2019 to 2021 |
| No. of Pages | 120 |
| Segments Covered | By Skill Type, Game Genre, and Region |
Drivers & Restraints
Turbocharging Gaming Speed of the 5G Network Augments the Development of Skill-based Games
Unlimited internet facilities and emerging 5G coverage are progressively becoming the new norm globally, subsequently complementing mobile gaming. 5G offers better download speeds and lesser latency during gaming.
Legislation and rules regarding different industries vary from country to country in various regions. When it comes to skill-based games, they are also often confused with gambling, which is restricted in several countries.
Segmentation
By Game Genre
- Card Based
- Board Based
- Dice Based
- Tile Based
- Word and Number Based
- Puzzle-Based and Animated Games
By Skill Type
- Physical
- Mental
By Industry
- BFSI
- Cloud & Data center
- Government
- Energy & Utilities
- Healthcare
- Automotive
- Others (Gaming, Retail & Consumer Goods, and others)
By Region
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- South America
Regional Insights
North America Dominated the Market Owing to Increasing Demand for Mobile Devices
North America led the market share in 2022. North America witnessed an exponential growth owing to the production of mobile devices and the availability of new consoles in the North America market.
Europe is estimated to grow with a noteworthy CAGR during the projected period. The growth of the gaming sector has led to the development of new gaming platforms, such as subscription-based services and cloud gaming, that give players access to skill gaming.
Competitive Landscape
Prominent Key Players Focusing on Partnerships and Acquisitions are Expanding their Product Offerings
Skill gaming companies form strategic collaborations and alliances to enlarge the technologies, business, products, and other offerings with year-on-year revenue growth. Mergers, partnerships, and collaborations differ as per the business requirements, such as the enlargement of the product portfolio, which helps grow their presence and acquire a new customer base.
FAQs
How big is the Skill Gaming Market?
The Skill Gaming Market size was USD 30.99 billion in 2022. It is expected to reach USD 85.34 billion by 2030.
How fast is the Skill Gaming Market growing?
The Skill Gaming Market will exhibit a CAGR of 13.3% during the forecast period, 2023-2030.
International Game Technology PLC announced that it has achieved an environmental, social and governance (ESG) Score of 4.3 out of 5.0 from FTSE Russell, positioning IGT in the 97th percentile within the Travel and Leisure sector of FTSE Russell’s ESG Scores. This was an improvement from IGT’s previous ESG Score of 4.2 out of 5.0 in 2023, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to enhancing ESG performance.
“As a company committed to continually elevating our sustainability practices and leadership, IGT is proud to once again achieve an improved ESG score from FTSE Russell. Through our global Sustainable Play program, we execute sustainable practices and policies throughout our company and this improved score validates our ongoing efforts,” Wendy Montgomery, SVP of Marketing, Communications and Sustainability at IGT, said.
FTSE Russell’s ESG Scores and data model allows investors to understand a company’s exposure to, and management of, ESG issues in multiple dimensions. The ESG Scores are comprises an overall rating that breaks down into underlying pillar and theme exposures. Scores built on over 300 individual indicator assessments are applied to each company’s unique circumstances. The ESG Scores align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), all of which are reflected in FTSE Russell’s ESG framework.
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Super Group has appointed Merrick Wolman to its Board of Directors, effective from February 18, 2025.
Mr. Wolman is the Chief Executive Officer of a global finance company and has worked closely with the Super Group executive team for over two decades.
Neal Menashe, Chief Executive Officer of Super Group, said: “We are very pleased to welcome Merrick to the board. His deep understanding of the gaming industry, alongside his wide range of experience in executive roles, will be of great value as we continue to pursue our global growth strategy and build on our successes to date.”
This appointment brings the total directors on Super Group’s board to nine, including five independent directors.
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Kindred Group has reported decline in its share of revenue from high-risk players for the fourth quarter 2024 at 2.7% (Q3 2024 3.2%). The percentage of detected customers who exhibited improved behaviour after interventions showed an improvement at 92.2% (compared to 87.3% in Q3 2024). This positive trend is mainly the result of stricter measures across key markets, improved internal processes, as well as the exit from non-locally licensed markets as part of to the acquisition by La Française des Jeux (FDJ) in October 2024. This shift reflects Kindred’s broader commitment to maintaining high regulatory standards and fostering safer gambling practices.
“It is pleasing to see the decline in high-risk revenue during the fourth quarter of last year. We know that the share fluctuates between quarters, but the long-term trend is showing a steady decline. We remain dedicated and focused on improving our systems and processes to ensure we offer our customers a safe and fun experience,” Esther Scheepers, Head of Responsible Gambling at Kindred Group, said.
“The increased focus on responsible gambling by regulators and the industry is welcomed. From our end, we see that by combining our expertise with emerging technologies, we can further enhance detection capabilities. We are currently working on our existing detection system in combination with an additional system that will enable us to integrate more robust compliance features and optimize our overall approach to safer gambling. Furthermore, we are exploring opportunities to expand our research efforts, aiming to support data-driven discussions and looking at emerging trends in consumer protection. All these aspects are important to protect the integrity of the licence model and maintain a level playing field,” Esther Scheepers added.
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