UK: eSports number of users 2029

The reach of the eSports market in the United Kingdom was projected to grow year-over-year between 2024 and 2029, increasing by a total of 4.6 million users (a 24 percent rise). By 2029, the number of eSports users in the UK was expected to peak at 23.77 million. Some of the most popular franchises in the eSports industry include Call of Duty, League of Legends, and Apex Legends.

What is the revenue of the eSports industry in the UK?

Thanks to its growing popularity, the eSports industry has become a lucrative source of revenue for many countries. The revenue of the eSports market in the UK, for instance, increased continuously from 2019 to 2023, exceeding 202 million U.S. dollars in 2023. In comparison, the country with the highest eSports market revenue that year was the United States at around 871 million U.S. dollars. The UK, meanwhile, ranked as having the fifth highest eSports revenue worldwide.

Who is the highest-earning eSports player in the UK?

Those who regularly participate in eSports can earn a tidy sum of money for their game-playing efforts. In 2023, Finlay Ferguson, going by the nickname of rise., was the highest-earning eSports player from the UK with annual earnings amounting to 257,504 U.S. dollars. Jack Robertson, aka Doki, ranked second with 238,518 U.S. dollars in eSports earnings during same period.

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Definition:

Esports, short for electronic sports, refers to competitive video gaming where professional players or teams compete in various multiplayer video games. These competitions are often organized into leagues, tournaments, and events, attracting both online and offline audiences. Esports has grown into a global industry, with players, sponsors, and spectators contributing to its popularity and economic significance.

Structure:

The Esports market can be divided into 6 different parts. First, Sponsorship & Advertising, which refers to revenues made from sponsorship deals and advertising for events and tournaments. Merchandise & Ticketing refers to the revenues generated mainly from tournament tickets and the merchandise that comes with it. Additionally, Streaming, Media Rights and Publisher Fees, which all refers to the revenue that is associated with broadcasting Esports events accross various channels. Lastly, Esports Betting includes the betting on outcomes of Esport events.

Additional information:

The market comprises revenues, ad spendings, users, average revenue per user, and penetration rates. Revenues are generated through advertising spending and consumer spending. Sales channel data shows both online and offline revenues. Information on Esports betting can also be found in the Digital Market Insights. All monetary figures refer to the annual gross revenue.
Key players of the market include companies or teams such as FaZe, Cloud9 or TSM.
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