Oman Online Gaming Market Outlook (2021-2027) | Size, Share, Revenue, Analysis, Forecast, Trends, Growth, industry, Outlook & COVID-19 IMPACT

Latest 2023 Development of the Oman Online Gaming Market

Oman Online Gaming Market is forecast to grow over the years on the back of increasing internet penetration. Many gamers have started playing games on their smartphones and tablets due to the growing popularity of online games. Additionally, Esports is gaining popularity in Oman, with the country hosting its own esports tournaments and events. Due to increasing access to online gaming platforms, traditional gaming options such as consoles and PC games have seen a decline in popularity. Moreover, the gaming infrastructure in Oman is developing in recent years with the expansion of new gaming cafes and high-speed internet services. Several new gaming platforms have been launched in Oman which aim to promote gaming culture.

The increasing popularity of mobile gaming in Oman has led to the development of new mobile games and the adaptation of existing games for mobile devices. There has been an increase in investment in gaming startups in Oman, with several new companies being established and focused on developing new games and gaming technologies. The government is also supporting the Oman online gaming industry and recognizes its potential to drive economic growth. 

Oman Online Gaming Market Synopsis

Oman Online Gaming market is anticipated to witness significant growth during the forecast period. Online gaming is majorly opted by youths of the Sultanate within the age group 15-30. In earlier days, a career in sports was only about football and cricket. However, at present and in the near future, E-sports has also opted as a profession. The worldwide growing awareness about online gaming is also influencing the people of the nation to opt for gaming as a career. In the past, there was a decline in the market in 2019 on account of the ban on one of the most popular computer games. However, due to the outburst of COVID-19, people were quarantined, and due to this lot of people had limited access to modes of entertainment. Therefore, the people of the Sultanate opted for online gaming as a source of entertainment.

According to 6Wresearch, Oman Online Gaming Market size is projected to grow at a CAGR of 12.2% during 2021-2027. By gaming platform, mobile gaming acquired the majority of the revenue share in the overall market. The growth trend has been boosted by increasing smartphones, rising mobile connections and lowering data connection costs. Further, the availability of high graphics and fast processors makes the gaming experience fast and smooth which drives the growth of mobile gaming. Additionally, the emergence of cloud gaming for mobiles is also driving mobile gaming owing to the reason that gamers need not install additional apps on their mobile phone. By purchasing subscriptions, any individual could play games and compete with worldwide gamers. A similar trend of mobile gaming being the leader is expected to be followed in the coming years.

Market By PC Gaming Analysis

By PC gaming, downloaded/box PC gaming garnered the majority share i.e. more than 90% in revenues for the year 2020 on account of the presence of cloud gaming. With less RAM also, gamers could play with ease in the cloud. Whereas, with strong hardware, downloaded PC games are preferred. In the forecast period, downloaded/box PC gaming would continue to hold the majority share.

Market By Region Analysis

By Region, the North region acquired the majority share in revenues for the year 2020 owing the reason that more than 90% of the population resides in the north. In the forthcoming years, north would continue to hold the majority share in revenues.

Key Attractiveness of the Report

• COVID-19 Impact on the Market.
• 10 Years Market Numbers.
• Historical Data Starting from 2017 to 2020.
• Base Year: 2020
• Forecast Data until 2027.
• Key Performance Indicators Impacting the Market.
• Major Upcoming Developments and Projects.

Key Highlights of the Report:

• Oman Online Gaming Market Overview
• Oman Online Gaming Market Outlook
• Oman Online Gaming Market Forecast
• Historical Data of Oman Online Gaming Market Revenues for the Period 2017-2020
• Market Size & Forecast of Oman Online Gaming Market Revenues until 2027
• Historical Data of Oman Online Gaming Market Revenues, By Gaming Platform for the Period 2017-2020.
• Market Size & Forecast of Oman Online Gaming Market Revenues, By Gaming Platform until 2027
• Historical Data of Oman Online Gaming Market Revenues, By Region for the Period 2017-2020.
• Market Size & Forecast of Oman Online Gaming Market Revenues, By Region until 2027
• Oman Online Gaming Market Drivers and Restraints
• Oman Online Gaming Market Trends
• Oman Online Gaming Market Industry Life Cycle
• Porter’s Five Force Analysis
• Market Opportunity Assessment
• Oman Online Gaming Market Overview on Competitive Benchmarking, by Technical and Operating Parameters
• Key Strategic Recommendations

Market Scope and Segmentation

The report provides a detailed analysis of the following market segments:

By Gaming Platform 

• PC Gaming 
• Console Gaming 
• Mobile Gaming 

By PC Gaming 

• Downloaded/Box Gaming 
• Browser Gaming 

By Region 

• North Region 
• Central Region 
• South Region