In 2023, Poland and Sweden led the European computer games publishing market, with enterprise shares of 21.68% and 21.19%, respectively. France and the United Kingdom followed with 15.01% and 8.68%. The year-on-year variations highlighted rapid growth in smaller markets such as Croatia (47.58%), Portugal (22.42%), and Romania (13.22%). The Netherlands and Estonia also showed notable increases, indicating a broader expansion trend within Eastern and Southern Europe.
Looking ahead, the European gaming industry is expected to see continued growth in emerging markets, driven by technological advancements and increased consumer engagement. Future trends to watch include the integration of AI in gaming, cross-platform experiences, and the potential expansion in underrepresented markets such as Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Top countries in Number of Enterprises of Computer Games Publishing Share by Country (Units (Enterprises))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 21.68 | 2023 | +7.91% | +9.36% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 21.19 | 2023 | +3.21% | +5.26% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 15.01 | 2023 | +1.21% | +5.31% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 8.68 | 2023 | +2.9% | +2.23% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 5.55 | 2023 | +11.27% | +13.22% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 4.42 | 2023 | +2.84% | +2.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 3.89 | 2023 | +6.71% | +4.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 2.42 | 2023 | +13.79% | +22.42% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 2.4 | 2023 | +19.51% | +47.58% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 2.05 | 2023 | +6.33% | +5.26% | View data |
