Gaming

EUROPE’S VIDEO GAMES INDUSTRY PUBLISHES ANNUAL KEY FACTS REPORT: AUTHORITATIVE DATA ON THE SECTOR FOR 2020

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2 years ago

August 24, 2021

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Ahead of the world’s biggest online video games event, gamescom, on 25-28 August, and following an unprecedented year of challenges, ISFE (Interactive Software Federation of Europe), and EGDF (European Games Developer Federation) publish their first collaborative set of “Key Facts”. The report represents the pooling of European industry data, from the smallest European studios to the biggest companies, creating the most concise and complete picture of Europe’s video games sector to date.

ISFE Chair Olaf Coenen said: “There’s no doubting the challenges we have all faced during the global pandemic but our industry has been uniquely positioned to support society by connecting people whilst they were physically apart. We have provided vital points of social connection and interaction, provided entertainment, distraction and much needed escapism. We have helped keep our players mentally and physically well, supported education initiatives, leveraged our reach to communicate public health messaging and made financial contributions to relief funds. All the while, we have remained unfailing in our efforts to drive progress in diversity, support the global environmental agenda and maintain our commitment to responsible gameplay and child safety. In so many ways we have been able to bring people together and highlight the depth to which video games can be a force for good.”

EGDF President Hendrik Lesser said: “During 2020 the games industry went through one of the biggest transformations in its recent history. Onsite meetings, developer gatherings and conferences suddenly took a big shift towards remote work that brought completely new management and mental health difficulties. Especially early-stage entrepreneurs faced new challenges that were endangering the future of their companies.

“Now in 2021, I’m incredibly proud of what our industry as a whole has been able to overcome. We demonstrated that, despite these difficulties, we are not only among the most pandemic-resistant sectors in our society but even managed to thrive greatly and are now well-positioned to be a driving force in Europe’s economic recovery.”

Key Facts 2021 highlights

Revenue in the whole of the EU and the UK is €23.3bn (€17.6bn in the key European markets surveyed by GameTrack (IPSOS MORI))

European revenue grew by 22% compared to 18% in 2017, 15% in 2018 and 3% in 2019

Consoles continue to drive a large part of total revenues (accounting for 44%). Digital revenues continue to grow, representing 80% of total revenue (76% in 2019)

More than 50% of Europeans aged 6-64 play video games. The average age of video game players in the EU is 31 years old and the fastest growing age group is 45-64

During the pandemic, the esports audience grew by 9.82%

Women account for 47% of video game players in the EU

The sector provides 86,953 jobs across Europe[1]

Average weekly video game playtime increased during lockdowns but reverted to pre-pandemic averages when restrictions eased
ISFE has become a corporate ambassador of Women In Games and joined the United Nations-facilitated Playing for the Planet Alliance

Pan-European self and co-regulation for minor protection: 38 countries in Europe use the PEGI age rating and descriptor system for video games and we now have 14 national consumer education programmes in place across Europe to raise awareness of PEGI, parental control tools and responsible gameplay

97% of parents of video gameplaying children monitor their children’s in-game spending

(2019 data)

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Soft2Bet brand CampoBet announced a Redesigned Mobile App

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6 hours ago

December 11, 2023

Hunor Pal

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CampoBet, of the Soft2Bet powered renowned brands, is excited to unveil its revamped mobile application for both iOS and Android users. The new CampoBet SE app offers a native, user-friendly experience with a host of enhanced features and a sleek design that promises to elevate the online betting experience for Sweden players.

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In a statement, CampoBet representative Yoel Zuckerberg, Chief Product Officer, said, “The CampoBet SE app is a game-changer in the mobile betting landscape. We’ve listened to our users and have delivered an app that not only looks great but also provides the functionality and speed that today’s bettors demand. Our commitment to continuous improvement and user satisfaction is at the core of this redesign.”

The CampoBet SE app is now available for download on the App Store and Google Play. Users can look forward to a seamless betting experience with the reliability and innovation that CampoBet is known for.

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CasinoJan Announces the Launch of its New Website in Singapore

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7 hours ago

December 11, 2023

Hunor Pal

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Previously focused only on the Norwegian online casino industry, casinojan .com is excited to announce the launch of its new website in Singapore that is designed to help as many Singaporeans as possible enjoy gambling as entertainment and to become the largest gambling portal in the Singaporean market.

From digital slots to mobile and live casinos, CasinoJan uses its team’s extensive industry knowledge to provide a variety of in-depth, honest, and unbiased articles that extensively cover every aspect of the online casino industry in Singapore.

“It’s no secret that the market for online gambling is difficult to navigate. Not only are there hundreds, if not thousands, of companies to choose from, but there are also complicated rules to adhere to,” said a spokesperson for CasinoJan. “As if that wasn’t enough, many gambling portals fail to keep their sites updated or start with incorrect information. With CasinoJan, we aim to make it both easier and safer to gamble online, whether it’s slots, table games, odds, poker, or bingo.”

Committed to offering visitors to its website the best experience, CasinoJan constantly updates its content, reviews, and payment methods while providing comprehensive opinions from its expert team about online casinos in Singapore.

Additionally, CasinoJan is in the process of further updating and increasing the scope of its website by soon implanting a list of features to benefit its visitors; these include:

A better table that makes it easier for readers to filter and find the gaming sites they want.
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The opportunity to receive information about bonus offers and new casinos by email.
Video reviews of the most popular gambling sites in Singapore.

CasinoJan invites those interested in learning more about the leading online casinos in Singapore, as well as the best digital slot games and the most lucrative no-deposit bonuses, to visit its website today.

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UNITED KINGDOM TO HOST 2024 PUBG MOBILE GLOBAL CHAMPIONSHIP

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3 days ago

December 8, 2023

George Miller

UNITED KINGDOM TO HOST 2024 PUBG MOBILE GLOBAL CHAMPIONSHIP

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PUBG MOBILE Esports is thrilled to announce that the 2024 PUBG MOBILE Global Championship (PMGC) will be held in the UK, taking place live next December with a $3 million prize pool. The first time a major PUBG MOBILE event has been hosted in the UK, this tournament will bring local fans a unique opportunity to see the very best skill that the world has to offer. This news comes ahead of this year’s 2023 PUBG MOBILE Grand Finals in Istanbul.

James Yang, Senior Director of PUBG MOBILE Global Esports, announced the news during the opening ceremony of the 2023 PMGC Grand Finals, with the exact UK location to be revealed at a later date. This is the first time a major PUBG MOBILE event has been held in the country and the first in Western Europe since 2018.

The highlight of the PUBG MOBILE Esports calendar, the PMGC brings together dozens of teams from around the world to compete in the ultimate showcase of talent. This year’s Grand Finals are taking place this weekend in Istanbul, Türkiye, where the final sixteen teams remaining in the competition will battle it out to become PUBG MOBILE World Champion.

Joining next year’s PMGC in the top tier of PUBG MOBILE Esports events, as well as next year’s midseason tournament in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is the PUBG MOBILE Global Open (PMGO), which will take place in Brazil throughout March and April 2024 and feature a $500,000 prize pool.