Thriving Gaming Economies

With the rise of awareness in youth about the trends and opportunities in the gaming sector, more young talent in Pakistan is focusing on gaming, playing games as well as making games. According to Statistica and quoted by Intenta Digital, the number of gamers in Pakistan is estimated to be 36.8 million (16% of the population) in 2022, which is predicted to rise to 50.9 million gamers (20.6% of the population) by 2026. However, most of these gamers play international games due to limited number of high-quality being produced by local developers and studios. To fully unlock the potential of this industry, Epiphany and Payoneer strategized that comprehensive research is required to examine thriving gaming economies and understand how they became successful.

Thriving Gaming Economies: A Comparative Analysis of Finland, Turkey & Vietnam conducts a deep dive into three different countries to draw insights about the efforts that helped transform them into gaming hubs. Additionally, the study offers an examination of challenges, best practices, and future trends in the games industry across these countries, aiming to guide Pakistani game studios and indies in navigating future paths effectively. We express our sincere appreciation to all participants for their invaluable contributions, which have greatly influenced the development of this white paper. To our readers, we extend our gratitude for dedicating your time to delve into the captivating world of gaming.