Please Wait.....
Report
Online Strategy Games - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts 2019 - 2029
Market Report I 2024-02-17 I 100 Pages I Mordor Intelligence
The Online Strategy Games Market size is estimated at USD 19.58 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 30.84 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 9.51% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
Key Highlights
-The online strategy game market is a rapidly growing industry experiencing a significant increase in popularity in recent years. The market includes turn-based strategy games and massively multiplayer online games (MMOs).
-Multiplayer online strategy games allow players to interact with each other and form teams to achieve a common goal. This led to an increase in the popularity of online strategy games, particularly among younger gamers.
-The increasing availability of smartphones and tablets has made it easier for gamers to access online strategy games. Many online strategy games are now available on mobile platforms, making them more accessible to a wider audience.
-The online gaming industry is subject to various regulations and laws, varying significantly by region. Changes to these regulations or the introduction of new laws could impact the ability of companies to operate in certain markets.
-COVID-19 influenced businesses around the world. However, the pandemic had a positive impact on the gaming industry. During these difficult times, the role of the mobile gaming industry was to help people gain some reassurance. Mobile games can reduce stress and provide entertainment and social connections. This was very necessary, especially during global quarantine. Lower CPIs (cost per install) and increased downloads impacted mobile gaming positively as this spending increased during the pandemic. Even when everyone returned to their normal lifestyles, the predictions are that gaming activity will likely continue to rise.
Online Strategy Games Market Trends
Increasing Smartphone Penetration Drives the Market Growth
- The increasing internet and smartphone penetration drive the growth of the online strategy games market. 5G networks provide high-speed internet, where high-end games function at their ultimate level with better network speed. For instance, in October 2022, telecom operator Vi (Vodafone Idea) partnered with the gaming platform CareGame to offer a 5G cloud gaming experience across India.
- The rising number of smartphones and computers further enhances market growth. Smartphones with good-quality RAM support make online games run smoother, enabling users to gain the best experience. Mobile gaming is key to driving more consumers into the online adventure games market.
- Due to the rising penetration of smartphones in both emerging and developed countries, mobile technologies have gained prominence in recent years. With the growing popularity of smartphones, vendors can now promote gaming apps compatible with various operating systems, such as iOS and Android.
- The growing smartphone penetration and technological advancement with the increasing adoption of trending technologies for developing games are the major factors in developing the online strategy games industry.
- According to Ericsson, smartphone mobile network subscriptions worldwide reached approximately 6.6 billion in 2022 and are forecast to exceed 7.8 billion by 2028. China, India, and the United States have the highest smartphone mobile network subscriptions.
Asia-Pacific Region is Expected to Hold Significant Market Share
- Asia-Pacific has been one of the fastest-growing regions for the studied market. This is primarily due to the region's deep gaming culture, which has fostered a thriving esports scene and a large community of gamers passionate about strategy games.
- Additionally, the rising penetration of smartphones and online gaming are some factors driving the Asia-Pacific AR and VR market growth. The growing development of AR-based apps and games is anticipated to create market opportunities over the forecast period.
- The driver behind the growth of online strategy gaming in African countries like Kenya has been the establishment of high-speed internet infrastructure, enabling gamers to watch and compete with each other across the country and the world. Additionally, computer and console gaming has gained momentum recently, with video gaming sports popular with teenage being opened up in most suburbs and shopping centers countrywide.
- There are a variety of online strategy games popular in this region. Some include League of Legends, Dota2, Honor of Kings, clash of Clans, the Rise of Kingdoms, and mobile legends. These games are popular for casual gamers and have a thriving competitive scene with professional players, teams, and tournaments.
- The overall industry witnesses increased investments in line with encouraging startups to develop online strategy games, increasing funding to boost distribution and sales, and expanding geographically.
Online Strategy Games Industry Overview
The Online Strategy Gaming Market is moderately fragmented, with major players like Mircosoft Corporation, Take-Two Interactive Software Inc, Relic Entertainment, Paradox Interactive AB, and Amplitude Studios. Players in the market are adopting strategies such as partnerships and acquisitions to enhance their product offerings and gain sustainable competitive advantage.
In January 2023, Microsoft partnered with cloud gaming service Boosteroid to provide more games to more people globally. Microsoft would offer Xbox PC games and Activision Blizzard titles like "Call of Duty" to the global independent cloud gaming provider through a new 10-year deal to support Boosteroid's Ukrainian software development team.
In July 2022, Square Enix worked on a real-time RPG strategy game called Diofield Chronicle. The Diofield Chronicle was expected to be released on September 2022. However, players could already get the demo version on Steam starting from August 2022.
Additional Benefits:
- The market estimate (ME) sheet in Excel format
- 3 months of analyst support
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
1.2 Scope of the Study
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 MARKET INSIGHTS
4.1 Market Overview
4.2 Impact of COVID-19 on the Market
4.3 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
4.3.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Consumers
4.3.3 Threat of New Entrants
4.3.4 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
4.3.5 Threat of Substitutes
4.4 Impact of COVID-19 on the Market
5 MARKET DYNAMICS
5.1 Market Drivers
5.1.1 Increasing Smartphone Penetration
5.1.2 Rising Internet Penetration
5.1.3 Growth in Cloud Adoption
5.2 Market Restraints
5.2.1 Issues, such as Piracy, Laws and Regulations, and Concerns Related to Fraud During Gaming Transactions
5.2.2 User Privacy and Security Issues, along with Government Regulations
6 MARKET SEGMENTATION
6.1 By Type
6.1.1 Advertising
6.1.2 In-App Purhcase
6.1.3 Paid App
6.2 By Geography
6.2.1 North America
6.2.1.1 United States
6.2.1.2 Canada
6.2.2 Europe
6.2.2.1 Germany
6.2.2.2 United Kingdom
6.2.2.3 France
6.2.2.4 Russia
6.2.2.5 Spain
6.2.2.6 Italy
6.2.2.7 Rest of Europe
6.2.3 Asia-Pacific
6.2.3.1 China
6.2.3.2 Japan
6.2.3.3 South Korea
6.2.3.4 Rest of Asia-Pacific
6.2.4 Latin America
6.2.4.1 Brazil
6.2.4.2 Argentina
6.2.4.3 Mexico
6.2.4.4 Rest of Latin America
6.2.5 Middle East and Africa
6.2.5.1 United Arab Emirates
6.2.5.2 Saudi Arabia
6.2.5.3 Iran
6.2.5.4 Egypt
6.2.5.5 Rest of Middle East and Africa
7 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
7.1 Company Profiles
7.1.1 Mircosoft Coroporation
7.1.2 Take-Two Interactive Software Inc.
7.1.3 Relic Entertainment
7.1.4 Paradox Interactive AB
7.1.5 Amplitude Studios
7.1.6 Madruga Works
7.1.7 A Sharp LLC
7.1.8 Subset Games
7.1.9 Feral Interactive
7.1.10 Firaxis Games Inc
7.1.11 THQ Inc
7.1.12 Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
7.1.13 Supercell Oy
8 INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
9 FUTURE OUTLOOK OF THE MARKET
- Not Sure / Need Reassuring
- Confirm Content
-
Content is provided by our partners and every effort is made to make Market Report details as clear as possible. If you are not sure the exact content you require is included in this study you can Contact us to double check. To do this you can:
Use the ‘? ASK A QUESTION’ below the license / prices and to the right of this box. This will come directly to our team who will work on dealing with your request as soon as possible.
Write to directly on support@scotts-international.com with details. Please include as much information as possible including the name of report or link so our staff will be able to work on you request.
Telephone us directly on 0048 603 394 346 and an experienced member of team will be on hand to answer.
-
- Sample Pages
-
With the vast majority of our partners we can obtain Sample Pages to support your decision. This is something we can arrange without revealing your personal details.
It is important to note that we will not be able to provide you the exact data or statistics such as Market Size and Forecasts. Sample pages usually confirm the layout or the Categories included in Charts and Graphs, excluding specific data.
To ask for Sample Pages by contact us through ‘? ASK A QUESTION’, support@scotts-international.com, or by telephoning 0048 603 394 346.
-
- Check for Alternatives
-
Whilst we try to make our online platform as easy to use as possible there is always the possibility that a better alternative has not been found in your search.
To avoid this possibility Contact us through ‘? ASK A QUESTION’, support@scotts-international.com, or by telephoning 0048 603 394 346 and a Senior Team Member can review your requirements and send a list of possibilities with opinions and recommendations.
-
- Confirm Content
- Prices / Formats / Delivery
- Prices
-
All prices are set by our partners and should be exactly the same as those listed on their own websites. We work on a Revenue share basis ensuring that you never pay more than what is offered elsewhere.
Should you find the price cheaper on another platform we recommend you to Contact us as we should be able to match this price. You can Contact us though through ‘? ASK A QUESTION’, support@scotts-international.com, or by telephoning 0048 603 394 346.
-
- Discounts
-
As we work in close partnership with our Partners from time to time we can secure discounts and assist with negotiations, this is part of our personalised service to you.
Discounts can sometimes be arranged for speedily placed orders; multiple report purchases or Higher License purchases.
To check if a Discount is possible please Contact our experienced team through ‘? ASK A QUESTION’, support@scotts-international.com, or by telephoning 0048 603 394 346.
-
- Available Currencies
-
Most Market Reports on our platform are listed in USD or EURO based on the wishes of our Partners. To avoid currency fluctuations and potential price differentiations we do not offer the possibility to change the currency online.
Should you wish to pay in a different currency to that advertised online we do accept payments in USD, EURO, GBP and PLN. The price will be calculated based on the relevant exchange rate taken from our National Bank.
To pay in a different above currency to that advertised online please Contact our team and a quotation will be sent within a couple of hours with payment details.
-
- Licenses
-
License options vary from Partner to Partner as is usually based on the number of Users that will benefitting from the report. It is very important that License ordered is not breached as this could have potential negative consequences for you individually or your employer.
If you have questions or need confirmation about the specific license we recommend you to Contact us and a detailed explanation will be provided.
-
- Global Site License
-
The Global Site License is the most comprehensive license available. By selecting this license, the Market Report can be shared with other ‘Allowed Users’ and any other member of staff from the same organisation regardless of geographic location.
It is important to note that this may exclude Parent Companies or Subsidiaries.
If you have questions or need confirmation about the specific license we recommend you to Contact us and a detailed explanation will be provided.
-
- Formats
-
The most common format is PDF, however in certain circumstances data may be present in Excel format or Online, especially in the case of Database or Directories. In addition, for certain higher license options a CD may also be provided.
If you have questions or need clarification about the specific formats we recommend you to Contact us and a detailed explanation will be provided.
-
- Delivery
-
Delivery is fulfilled by our partners directly. Once an order has been placed we inform the partner by sharing the delivery email details given in the order process.
Delivery is usually made within 24 hours of an order being placed, however it may take longer should your order be placed prior to the weekend or if otherwise specified on the Market Report details page. Additionally, if details have been not fully completed in the Order process a delay in delivery is possible.
If a delay in delivery is expected you will be informed about it immediately.
-
- Shipping Charges
-
As most Market Reports are delivered in PDF format we almost never have to add additional Shipping Charges. If, however you are ordering a Higher License service or a specific delivery format (e.g. CD version) charges may apply.
If you are concerned about additional Shipping Charges we recommend you to Contact us to double check.
-
- Prices
- Ordering
- By Credit Card
-
We work in Partnership with PayU to ensure payments are made securely in a fast and effortless way. PayU is the e-payments division of Naspers.
Naspers operates in over 133 International Markets and ranks 3rd Globally in terms of the number of e-commerce customers served.
For more information on PayU please visit: https://www.payu.pl/en/about-us
-
- By Money Transfer
-
If you require an invoice prior to payment, this is possible. To ensure a speedy delivery of the Market Report we require all relevant company details and you agree to maximum payment terms of 30 days from receipt of order.
With our regular clients deliver of the Market Report can be made prior to receiving payment, however in some circumstances we may ask for payment to be received before arranging for the Market Report to be delivered.
-
- By Credit Card
- Security
- Website security
-
We have specifically partnered with leading International companies to protect your privacy by using different technologies and processes to ensure security.
Everything submitted to Scotts International is encrypted via SSL (Secure Socket Layer) and all personal information provided to Scotts International is stored on computer systems with limited access in controlled environments.
-
- Credit Card Security
-
We partner with PayU (https://www.payu.pl/en/about-us) to ensure all credit card payments are made securely in a fast and effortless way.
PayU offers 250+ various payment channels and eWallet services across 4 continents allowing buyers to pay electronically, whether on a computer or a mobile device.
-
- Website security