UK Video Game Market Size & Outlook, 2023-2030

The video game market in UK is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 19,785.1 million by 2030. A compound annual growth rate of 12.6% is expected of UK video game market from 2024 to 2030.
Revenue, 2023 (US$M)
$8,614.6
Forecast, 2030 (US$M)
$19,785.1
CAGR, 2024 - 2030
12.6%
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UK video game market highlights

  • The UK video game market generated a revenue of USD 8,614.6 million in 2023 and is expected to reach USD 19,785.1 million by 2030.
  • The UK market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 12.6% from 2024 to 2030.
  • In terms of segment, mobile was the largest revenue generating device in 2023.
  • Mobile is the most lucrative device segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.


Video game market data book summary

Market revenue in 2023USD 8,614.6 million
Market revenue in 2030USD 19,785.1 million
Growth rate12.6% (CAGR from 2023 to 2030)
Largest segmentMobile
Fastest growing segmentMobile
Historical data2017 - 2022
Base year2023
Forecast period2024 - 2030
Quantitative unitsRevenue in USD million
Market segmentationConsole, Mobile, Computer
Key market players worldwideApple Inc, The Walt Disney Co, Electronic Arts Inc, Microsoft Corp, Nintendo Co Ltd, Sony Group Corp ADR, Tencent Holdings Ltd


Other key industry trends

  • In terms of revenue, UK accounted for 3.7% of the global video game market in 2023.
  • Country-wise, China is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • In Europe, Germany video game market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2030.
  • Germany is the fastest growing regional market in Europe and is projected to reach USD 23,285.9 million by 2030.

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Mobile was the largest segment with a revenue share of 44.43% in 2023. Horizon Databook has segmented the UK video game market based on console, mobile, computer covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2017 to 2030.


The video game market in the U.K. has experienced significant growth, with the rise of technology and the increasing popularity of gaming, the industry has expanded at a rapid pace, making the U.K. one of the largest gaming markets in the world.

One of the key factors contributing to the growth is the widespread adoption of gaming consoles and smartphones. The availability of high-quality gaming devices and the increasing affordability of smartphones have made gaming more accessible to a wide audience.

The rise of digital distribution platforms has also significantly impacted the U.K. video game market growth. Online marketplaces such as Steam, PlayStation Store, and XBOX Live have revolutionized the way games are purchased and played.

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