Mobile Gaming Market Size, Share, Trends & Growth Forecast by 2033

Research Methodology – Mobile Gaming Market

At Straits Research, we adopt a rigorous 360° research approach that integrates both primary and secondary research methodologies. This ensures accuracy, reliability, and actionable insights for stakeholders. Our methodology for the Mobile Gaming Market comprises the following key stages:

Market Indicator & Macro-Factor Analysis

Our baseline thesis for the Mobile Gaming Market is developed by integrating key market indicators and macroeconomic variables. These include:

Factors considered while calculating market size and share

Number of mobile game players globally and regionally.
Revenue generated by top mobile gaming companies.
Trends in the purchase of mobile games and in-app purchases.
The average amount spent by individual gamers.
Expense on the development and marketing of mobile games.
Penetration rate of smartphones in different regions.
The type of games (casual, hardcore, etc), platforms (iOS, Android), and their respective revenues.
Projected rate of growth of mobile gaming industry
Impact of technological advancements and innovations, such as Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR).

Key Market Indicators

Annual and quarterly mobile gaming revenue.
Number of active gamers and download counts.
Screen time or play time spent on gaming apps.
Trends in the rise or fall of specific mobile game genres.
Consumer spend on in-app purchases.
Number of new games released and their revenue.
Market capitalization of top mobile gaming companies.
Mobile penetration rate and mobile internet usage trends.

Growth Trends

Continuous increase in the number of mobile gamers worldwide.
Rising popularity of eSports and multiplayer online games.
Increase in development and adoption of AR and VR games.
Growth in consumer spending on in-app purchases and premium games.
Trends towards more interactive and social gaming experiences.
Usage of advanced technologies like AI and machine learning in game development.
The rise in the development of cross-platform games.
Growing partnerships between gaming companies and other entertainment sectors.

Secondary Research

Our secondary research forms the foundation of market understanding and scope definition. We collect and analyze information from multiple reliable sources to map the overall ecosystem of the Mobile Gaming Market. Key inputs include:

Company-Level Information

Annual reports, investor presentations, SEC filings
Company press releases and product launch announcements
Public executive interviews and earnings calls
Strategy briefings and M&A updates

Industry and Government Sources

Country-level industry associations and trade bodies
Government dossiers, policy frameworks, and official releases
Whitepapers, working papers, and public R&D initiatives
Relevant Associations for the Mobile Gaming Market

Market Intelligence Sources

Broker reports and financial analyst coverage
Paid databases (Hoovers, Factiva, Refinitiv, Reuters, Statista, etc.)
Import/export trade data and tariff databases
Sector-specific journals, magazines, and news portals

Macro & Consumer Insights

Global macroeconomic indicators and their cascading effect on the industry
Demand–supply outlook and value chain analysis
Consumer behaviour, adoption rates, and commercialization trends

Primary Research

To validate and enrich our secondary findings, we conduct extensive primary research with industry stakeholders across the value chain. This ensures we capture both qualitative insights and quantitative validation. Our primary research includes:

Expert Insights & KOL Engagements

Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Engagements
Structured interviews with executives, product managers, and domain experts
Paid and barter-based interviews across manufacturers, distributors, and end-users

Focused Discussions & Panels

Discussions with stakeholders to validate demand-supply gaps
Group discussions on emerging technologies, regulatory shifts, and adoption barriers

Data Validation & Business POV

Cross-verification of market sizing and forecasts with industry insiders
Capturing business perspectives on growth opportunities and restraints

Data Triangulation & Forecasting

The final step of our research involves data triangulation ensuring accuracy through cross-verification of:

Demand-side analysis (consumption patterns, adoption trends, customer spending)
Supply-side analysis (production, capacity, distribution, and market availability)
Macroeconomic & microeconomic impact factors

Forecasting is carried out using proprietary models that combine: