E-Sports Market By Streaming Type (Live, Video-On-Demand), By Revenue Source (Media Rights, Advertisement, Sponsorship, Ticket & Merchandise, Game Publisher Fees) and By Region; Global Insights & Forecast (2024 – 2030)

As per Intent Market Research, the E-Sports Market was valued at USD 2.0 billion in 2023 and will surpass USD 9.1 billion by 2030; growing at a CAGR of 24.0% during 2024 - 2030.

Media Rights Segment is Expected to Held the Largest Market Share During the Forecast Period

The media rights segment is projected to hold the largest market share during the forecast period. According to PayPal's insights, 62% of viewers in Spain purchased eSports-related products, prompting increased investment from various media companies in the industry. The sponsorship segment, followed by advertising, is anticipated to experience significant growth.

A consistent rise in audience and fan engagement in recent years has created new growth opportunities, attracting higher investments. The investment landscape has seen considerable transformation, with contributions primarily coming from traditional venture capital firms, strategic investors, and private equity. Additionally, many gaming platforms are incorporating in-app advertisements to enhance revenue generation.

Asia Pacific is Projected to Have the Largest Market Size During the Forecast Period

The Asia Pacific region is projected to experience a significant growth rate during the forecast period. This growth is driven by the rising number of internet users and the expanding mobile gaming sector, which have significantly boosted the esports industry in the region. China recognized esports as an official sport in 2003, leading to the creation of professional jobs and esports operators. South Korea is renowned for its strong esports ecosystem, offering players infrastructure that includes coaches, gaming houses, analysts, and even cooks. In April 2022, the Korean Esports Association (KeSPA) secured a three-year sponsorship deal with SK Telecom, making the telecom giant an official sponsor and supporting the training of the Korean esports team for future Asian games. Such initiatives and developments are expected to further propel the market's growth in the coming years.

The report focuses on estimating the current market potential in terms of the total addressable market for all the segments, sub-segments, and regions. In the process, all the high-growth and upcoming technologies were identified and analyzed to measure their impact on the current and future market. The report also identifies the key stakeholders, their business gaps, and their purchasing behavior. This information is essential for developing effective marketing strategies and creating products or services that meet the needs of the target market. The report also covers a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape which includes major players, their recent developments, growth strategies, product benchmarking, and manufacturing operations among others. Also, brief insights on start-up ecosystem and emerging companies is also included as part of this report.

Report Objectives:

The report will help you answer some of the most critical questions in the E-Sports Market. A few of them are as follows:

1. What are the key drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges influencing the market growth?
2. What are the prevailing technology trends in the E-Sports Market?
3. What is the size of the E-Sports Market based on segments, sub-segments, and regions?
4. What is the size of different market segments across key regions: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa?
5. What are the market opportunities for stakeholders after analyzing key market trends?
6. Who are the leading market players and what are their market share and core competencies?
7. What is the degree of competition in the market and what are the key growth strategies adopted by leading players?
8. What is the competitive landscape of the market, including market share analysis, revenue analysis, and a ranking of key players?

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