eSports Market Size

esports Market Analysis

The eSports Market size is estimated at USD 2.11 billion in 2024, and is expected to reach USD 5.27 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 20.05% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

Millions of people worldwide are increasingly interested in competitive video gaming, which offers millions of dollars in prize money. It is no longer uncommon for casual gamers to command seven-figure wages, receive significant business endorsements from streaming services, and appear at live events. Although the eSports market is still in its initial stage, and with the growing viewership, it is expected that it may offer strong potential to capitalize on the market in the future.

• The market growth factors are an increase in the live streaming of games, significant investments, growing audience reach, engagement activities, and infrastructure for league competitions. The market benefits from the lucrative prospects made possible by the industry's increasing professionalization for influencers, gamers, event planners, and game developers.
• The majority of the audience and the players of eSports are the Millenials. Thus, the publishers of eSports are targetting this customer base by personalizing the gameplay experience and offering the game on different platforms such as console, PC, and mobile. For instance, as of April 2018, the Fortnite game generated USD 296 million in revenue across platforms, which was more annual than any significant console or PC game. Thus, with the new gamers in the ecosystem, it is expected to attract more eSports audiences, generating more revenue over time.
• Moreover, organizations are emerging for governance to make the entire sports organized. For instance, associations such as the World esports Association (WESA) and Esports Integrity Coalition are working with esports stakeholders to protect the integrity of competition and investigate all forms of cheating, including match manipulation. Hence, this is expected to have a positive outlook on the market and is expected to complement the growth of the market.
• However, on the flip, lack of supportive infrastructure and awareness about sports are a few factors hindering market growth during the forecast period.
• The COVID-19 pandemic impacted many aspects of human life and numerous business sectors. Due to COVID-19, numerous leagues and tournaments were rescheduled or abandoned. As the stadiums were closed, some organizers held the event online. In COVID-19, 8% of live events were postponed, 53% were shifted to virtual platforms, 26% were rescheduled, and 13% were held as planned. Under all of these conditions, the market increased somewhat in 2020.