The computer games publishing turnover in Germany showed significant growth from 2013 to 2023, starting at €446.8 million in 2013 and reaching €874.1 million in 2023. The value stood at €874.1 million in 2023. There were fluctuations, including a notable dip in 2015 and 2016, but overall, the sector exhibited an impressive upward trend. The year-on-year variations have shown periods of substantial growth such as in 2014 (19.16%) and 2019 (20.59%). Over the last two years, the year-on-year growth was steady at 3.38% in 2022 and 3.21% in 2023. The last five years recorded a CAGR of 6.29%.
Looking ahead, the forecast indicates the computer games publishing turnover will continue to grow, reaching €1.000 billion by 2028, with an average annual growth rate of 2.14% and a cumulative growth rate over five years of 11.18%.
Future trends to watch for in the sector include advancements in gaming technology, the rising popularity of eSports, expansion of mobile gaming markets, and increased investment in virtual and augmented reality experiences. These factors are expected to further drive growth and shape the dynamics of the industry.
