Gaming Industry in China Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The Report Covers Chinese Gaming Market Size & Trends. The Market is Segmented by Platform (Pc Games, Console Games, and Mobile Games). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD Million) for all the Above Segments.

Gaming Industry in China Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

China Gaming Market Size

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Chinese Gaming Market Summary
Study Period 2022 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 71.18 Billion
Market Size (2030) USD 102.80 Billion
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 7.63 %
Market Concentration Medium

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Chinese Gaming Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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China Gaming Market Analysis

The Chinese Gaming Industry is expected to grow from USD 71.18 billion in 2025 to USD 102.80 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 7.63% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

China is one of the most lucrative markets for the gaming industry. Several international companies are entering the market by acquiring shares from Chinese gaming vendors or sponsoring professional players' teams. One of the primary reasons for the growth of the gaming industry in China is the rapidly rising popularity of eSports, a competitive part of the gaming industry where various players participate in gaming competitions. The entire game tournament is broadcasted online.

With Chinese enterprises ready to embrace business opportunities provided by global digitalization, companies across the region are leveraging digital transformation throughout the product cycle, especially to enhance their production efficiency. For instance, Tencent Games announced seven projects in June, including game technology collaboration. These consist of the digital Great Wall of China, the Library Cave of Dunhuang, the Beijing Central Axis, the Chasing All Transients Constellation Hunters (CATCH) program, Full Flight Simulator (FFS), 3D full-fidelity digital factory, and a game-driven robot intelligent learning project.

The rapid growth in mini-games played inside mobile apps, such as WeChat, without installing another application, is witnessing the rapid adoption of China's gaming industry. These mini-games, which have active social elements, are easy to play and have attracted many followers across the country.

The modernization of cable networks is also a potential driver of China's gaming market growth. With the adoption of DOCSIS 3, which achieves download speeds as high as 100 Mbps, cable operators offer high-performance cloud gaming services in China.

Additionally, the increasing prevalence of cloud infrastructure provides abundant computing, storage, and communication resources in a reliable, cost-effective, and low-maintenance manner. Various gaming applications will employ these cloud computing resources, as gaming services stand to be one of China's fastest-growing sectors for cloud computing.

The impacts of COVID-19 resulted in in-game delays and scope scale-downs expected to prevent the console gaming sector from witnessing the same gains as a mobile platform. COVID-19 ravaged China, but businesses whose infrastructure is based on online ad sales and in-game purchases were hit less (source Lyndon Gaming). But the pandemic has fundamentally shifted how much revenue ad sales and in-game purchases bring in. Chinese game designers are adjusting their monetization models to lessen the impact on their revenue streams.

China Gaming Industry Overview

The Chinese gaming industry is competitive, owing to the presence of many small and large players in the market. The market is moderately concentrated. The market's major players adopt strategies like product innovation, service innovation, mergers, and acquisitions to stay ahead of the competition and increase their reach. 

  • In August 2022, Tencent Holdings and NetEase expanded their investments in overseas studios, with the former taking a share in Japan's FromSoftware Inc, the producer of the blockbuster action game "Elden Ring."

China Gaming Market Leaders

  1. Tencent Holdings Limited

  2. NetEase, Inc.

  3. 37 Interactive Entertainment

  4. Beijing Kunlun Technology Co. Ltd.

  5. Perfect World Games

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
Chinese Gaming Market Concentration
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China Gaming Market News

  • September 2022: Tencent Holdings and NetEase, two of China's largest video game companies, got approval to launch new paid games for the first time since July last year, indicating Beijing's relaxation of a two-year crackdown on the tech sector. Seventy-three online games, including 69 mobile games, were given publishing licenses by the National Press and Publication Administration. Licenses were also granted to CMGE Technology Group., Leiting, XD Inc, and Zhong Qing Bao.
  • August 2022: NetEase Inc., a Chinese internet and online gaming services company, announced the acquisition of Quantic Dream SA, an independent video game developer, by its games division, NetEase Games. Quantic Dream will remain separate, focused on producing and releasing video games across all platforms and supporting and publishing third-party created products while using NetEase's enormous game development skills.

China Gaming Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHT

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Force Analysis
    • 4.2.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.2.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/Consumers
    • 4.2.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.2.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.2.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. CHINA GAMING MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Influencing Factors
  • 5.2 Growth Inhibitors
  • 5.3 Market Drivers
    • 5.3.1 Rapid Advancement in Technological Developments
  • 5.4 Market Restraints
    • 5.4.1 Fluctuating Government Regulations Regarding Gaming Industry
  • 5.5 Market Opportunity

6. CHINESE GAMING MARKET TRENDS

  • 6.1 Emergence of AR, Location-based-Services and Blockchain
  • 6.2 Cloud Games and 5G
  • 6.3 Investment Scenario in eSports
  • 6.4 Growth of Mini Games (WeChat, QQ platforms etc.)

7. CHINESE GAMING MARKET LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 China Gaming Market Sizing & Forecast
  • 7.2 Gamers Population in China
  • 7.3 Gamers Population by Age and Gender
  • 7.4 Market Segmentation by Platform
    • 7.4.1 PC Games
    • 7.4.2 Console Games
    • 7.4.3 Mobile Games
  • 7.5 Top 20 Android Games & Apps in China
  • 7.6 Top 20 iOS Games & Apps in China
  • 7.7 Suspension of Gaming Licenses in China
  • 7.8 Foreign Companies Share in Chinese Gaming Industry

8. CHINESE CLOUD GAMING SCENARIO

  • 8.1 Chinese Cloud Gaming Overview
  • 8.2 Chinese Cloud Gaming Ecosystem
    • 8.2.1 Cloud Computing Ecosystem (Cloud Providers, GPU/CPU, Servers)
    • 8.2.2 Cloud Gaming Services Overview
    • 8.2.3 Game Publishers and Developers Overview
    • 8.2.4 Internet Providers Overview
    • 8.2.5 Access Devices Overview
  • 8.3 Role of 5G in boosting Cloud Gaming

9. CHINESE STREAMING ECOSYSTEM

  • 9.1 Top 10 Streaming Platforms, By Platform and User Donations
  • 9.2 Top 10 Streamer Guilds, By Business Value and Active Streamers
  • 9.3 Top 10 Games, By # of Streams and Publisher
  • 9.4 Top 10 Game Streamers, By Game, Platform and Donations

10. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 10.1 Company Profiles
    • 10.1.1 Tencent Holdings
    • 10.1.2 NetEase Inc.
    • 10.1.3 37 Interactive Entertainment
    • 10.1.4 Beijing Kunlun Technology Co. Ltd.
    • 10.1.5 Perfect World Games
    • 10.1.6 Elex Technology
    • 10.1.7 Shanda Games
    • 10.1.8 KongZhong Corporation
    • 10.1.9 The9 Limited
    • 10.1.10 NetDragon Websoft
  • *List Not Exhaustive

11. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

12. FUTURE OF THE MARKET

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China Gaming Industry Segmentation

Chinese gaming is defined as playing electronic games conducted through multiple means, such as computers, mobile phones, consoles, or other mediums altogether. There is an increasing prevalence of high-speed internet connections, especially in emerging economies, making online gaming practical for more people in recent years. The research scope encompasses segmentation by gaming types, such as consoles, PC browsers, and mobile games.

The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD million) for all the above segments.

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China Gaming Market Research FAQs

How big is the Chinese Gaming Market?

The Chinese Gaming Market size is expected to reach USD 71.18 billion in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 7.63% to reach USD 102.80 billion by 2030.

What is the current Chinese Gaming Market size?

In 2025, the Chinese Gaming Market size is expected to reach USD 71.18 billion.

Who are the key players in Chinese Gaming Market?

Tencent Holdings Limited, NetEase, Inc., 37 Interactive Entertainment, Beijing Kunlun Technology Co. Ltd. and Perfect World Games are the major companies operating in the Chinese Gaming Market.

What years does this Chinese Gaming Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the Chinese Gaming Market size was estimated at USD 65.75 billion. The report covers the Chinese Gaming Market historical market size for years: 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the Chinese Gaming Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

China Gaming Industry Report

The China Gaming Industry is witnessing unprecedented growth, establishing itself as a global powerhouse. The industry's market size is expanding rapidly, driven by the popularity of eSports, social mini-games in apps like WeChat, and significant digital transformation efforts enhancing production efficiency. The advent of cloud gaming, powered by investments and modern cable network technologies like DOCSIS 3, is set to be the fastest-growing sector. Moreover, the mobile gaming segment leads in downloads and revenue, supported by expanding free Wi-Fi and smartphone penetration.

The industry trend shows a diverse market with strategic mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships shaping the competitive landscape. The market share of various segments is also evolving, with digital innovations playing a crucial role in market growth. The industry's statistics and market statistics provide a comprehensive overview of the current scenario and future prospects.

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