2023-11-06 00:00:00
LONDON, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — A landmark visual case study released by MDC (Minimum Deposit Casinos) has revealed that the global gaming industry is booming thanks to millions of people around the world who immerse themselves in the virtual reality space to enjoy their favorite games. In 2023, 98 million people used virtual reality (VR) and 23 million augmented reality (AR). By 2027, augmented reality and virtual reality are expected to exceed 100 million users worldwide.
MDC’s iGaming Resource Portal, in collaboration with NowSourcing, a renowned design agency, researched and created an immersive visual case study to map the most popular video games in the United States and around the world in 2023.
Main conclusions:
The most popular types of video games are first-person shooters, action-adventure games, simulations, multiplayer online battle arenas (MOBAs), and sports games. Video game preferences vary by country. France, for example, loves Pokémon Legends: Arceus, while China prefers Honor of Kings. Emerging trends in the gaming industry include AR and VR games, fitness games, and casino games.
The video game industry has reached a golden age – one in which cutting-edge, futuristic technology mimics a world like no other. These are realistic, innovative and extremely engaging games that are unlike anything anyone has seen before. So, what types of games are popular and which are the most popular among gamers?
MDC’s case study infographic revealed that first-person shooters (FPS) represent the most popular type of video game, followed by action-adventure games, simulations, MOBAs and sports games. At least 66% of gamers, aged 16 to 24, play FPS games.
The most popular video games in 2023 also vary from country to country.
France likes Pokémon Legends: Arceus, China prefers Honor of Kings, while other countries have their favorite games, like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Germany), Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II (UK), Madden NFL (United States), Pikmin 4. (Japan), God of War Ragnarök (Russia), Remnant II (Canada) and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (Australia).
The video game industry is also constantly evolving with new trends constantly emerging. Some of the biggest trends include AR and VR, fitness games, and casino games.
AR and VR games
Augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) games have taken the world by storm. AR games overlay digital information onto the real world, while VR games transport players into completely immersive virtual worlds.
In 2023, 98 million people used virtual reality and 23 million augmented reality. By 2027, augmented reality and virtual reality are expected to exceed 100 million users worldwide.
Some of the most played AR and VR games on Steam include War Thunder, Phasmophobia, and VR Chat.
The VR fitness games market is also expected to grow by 40% between 2023 and 2029.
Casino games
Online casino games are equally sought after all over the world. In 2023, there were 4,792 online gaming businesses worldwide, a growth rate of 29.25% since 2018. Some of the best casino games include Coin Master, Bingo Blitz, and Jackpot Party Casino slots .
With so many types of games and platforms to choose from, the global gaming industry has never been more thriving.
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Some of the biggest trends include AR and VR, fitness games, and casino games.
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