Board Games - EMEA
EMEA- Revenue in the Board Games market amounts to US$3bn in 2024. The market is expected to grow annually by 2.50% (CAGR 2024-2028).
- In global comparison, most revenue is generated United States (US$2.7bn in 2024).
- In relation to total population figures, per person revenues of US$1.03 are generated in 2024.
- Key regions:
- Worldwide,
- China,
- Germany,
- Europe,
- Asia
Definition:
Board games are tabletop games that involve the use of counters, pieces, or markers on a pre-marked surface or "board." Players engage in structured gameplay according to a set of rules, which may involve strategic decision-making, resource management, competition, cooperation, or storytelling. Board games can encompass a wide range of genres, themes, and complexity levels, catering to various age groups and player preferences. They are typically designed for multiple players, although some can be enjoyed solo. The board game market is driven by the demand for social interaction, entertainment, and intellectual stimulation.
Additional Information:
The market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita. Figures are generated through both online and offline sales channels and include spending by consumers (B2C). Key players in the market are companies such as Asmodee, Hasbro, and Mattel. These companies offer a diverse range of board games, from classic titles to innovative and licensed games, and often employ online platforms to facilitate game discovery and community engagement. For more information on the data displayed, use the info button right next to the boxes.
In-Scope
- Strategy games, such as Settlers of Catan, Risk, and Ticket to Ride.
- Party games, such as Codenames, Cards Against Humanity, and Pictionary.
- Cooperative games, such as Pandemic, Forbidden Island, and Hanabi.
- Deck-Building games, such as Dominion, Ascension, and Marvel Legendary.
- Role-playing games (RPGs), such as Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and Gloomhaven.
- Social deduction games, such as Werewolf, The Resistance, and One Night Ultimate Werewolf.
- Trivia games, such as Trivial Pursuit, Jeopardy!, and Bezzerwizzer.
Out-Of-Scope
- Playing cards, such as poker cards, bridge cards, or tarot cards
- Puzzles such as jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles, or Sudoku puzzles
- Digital games such as digital versions of Monopoly, Scrabble, or Chess that can be played on computers, game consoles, or mobile devices
