Egypt Gaming Market Overview

Market Size in 2024: USD 843.29 Million

Market Size in 2030: USD 1,722.62 Million

Market Growth Rate 2024-2030: 8.26%

According to IMARC Group's latest research publication, "Egypt Gaming Market: Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2025-2030", the Egypt gaming market size reached USD 843.29 Million in 2024. Looking forward, the market is projected to reach USD 1,722.62 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 8.26% during 2025-2033.

How AI is Reshaping the Future of Egypt Gaming Market

• Revolutionizing Game Development: AI-powered tools are streamlining character design and level creation, with Egyptian developers adopting generative AI to reduce production costs by 40% and accelerate time-to-market for mobile games.
• Enhancing Player Personalization: Machine learning algorithms analyze player behavior patterns, enabling Egyptian gaming companies to deliver customized gaming experiences and increase user engagement by 35% across mobile platforms.
• Powering Intelligent NPCs: Advanced AI systems create more realistic non-player characters and adaptive gameplay mechanics, with Egyptian studios leveraging cloud-based AI services to compete globally in the $92 billion mobile gaming segment.
• Optimizing Monetization Strategies: AI-driven analytics help Egyptian game publishers optimize in-app purchase recommendations and ad placements, boosting revenue per user by 25% in the rapidly growing Middle Eastern market.
• Automating Quality Assurance: AI-powered testing frameworks reduce manual QA processes by 60%, allowing Egyptian developers to focus on creative innovation while ensuring bug-free gaming experiences for the region's 25 million gamers.

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Egypt Gaming Market Trends & Drivers:

Egypt’s young population and increasing digital engagement form a powerful foundation. With more than half the population under 30, demand for mobile and online games is booming. Affordable smartphones and expanding internet access, especially in urban and rural areas, have accelerated gaming adoption. Social gaming and multiplayer platforms are popular, fueled by local influencers on YouTube and TikTok. Government backing for ICT infrastructure and digital education initiatives also support this growth by boosting broadband coverage and digital literacy among youth, making Egypt a rising hub for Arabic-language gaming content and local developers.

Another key driver is the rapid rise of esports and competitive gaming in Egypt. The scene is energized by growing interest from young players and sponsorship from telecom and electronics brands, which professionalize tournaments and increase prize pools. Popular games like PUBG Mobile and FIFA dominate local competitions, supported by new esports venues and gaming cafes in Cairo. The government is exploring formal esports regulations and integrating esports into academic programs, setting a stage for further investment and job creation in software development, sports management, and event hosting—a reflection of esports becoming a mainstream, lucrative sector in Egypt’s digital economy.

Lastly, the mobile gaming segment’s dominance cannot be overlooked. Mobile games generated the largest share of Egypt’s gaming revenue, with players spending substantial time and money on titles tailored for smartphones. Mobile gaming benefits from high smartphone penetration and affordable data plans. The rising digital entertainment ecosystem encourages downloads and in-app purchases, further fueling revenue growth. This mobile-first trend aligns with broader shifts in digital consumption patterns and draws both local developers and international publishers to invest in the Egyptian market, enhancing industry infrastructure and user engagement.

Egypt Gaming Industry Segmentation:

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Device Type Insights:

• Consoles
• Mobiles and Tablets
• Computers

Platform Insights:

• Online
• Offline

Revenue Type Insights:

• In-Game Purchase
• Game Purchase
• Advertising

Type Insights:

• Adventure/Role Playing Games
• Puzzles
• Social Games
• Strategy
• Stimulation
• Others

Age Group Insights:

• Adults
• Children

Regional Insights:

• Greater Cairo
• Alexandria
• Suez Canal
• Delta
• Others

Recent News and Developments in Egypt Gaming Market

• March 2025: Major Egyptian telecom operator Orange Egypt partnered with global cloud gaming platform GeForce Now, offering subscribers premium gaming access with zero data charges, resulting in a 200% increase in cloud gaming adoption across urban areas.
• May 2025: Egyptian gaming startup "Pharaoh Games" secured $15 million Series A funding from regional VCs to develop culturally-themed mobile games, with their flagship title "Legends of the Nile" reaching 5 million downloads within three months of launch.
• July 2025: The Egyptian Ministry of Communications launched the "Digital Gaming Initiative," allocating $50 million to support local game development studios and establish gaming incubators in Cairo and Alexandria, targeting the creation of 5,000 new tech jobs by 2027.

Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players.

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