Greater China Online Gaming 2006-2010 Forecast and Analysis

Published by: IDC

Published: May. 17, 2006 - 38 Pages

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Abstract

This IDC study provides a bottom-up sizing of the online gaming subscription market in 2005 as well as a 2006-2010 forecast. Historical and forecast revenue data is shown for the Greater China market (composed of China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong). This study also contains vendor-specific revenues and market shares by country market. Even industry specific markets like online gaming have received increased attention, due to its revenue rich potential.

On the other hand, Taiwan and Hong Kong, though equipped with capable infrastructure, are saddled with limited market bases and slowing dynamics within a highly competitive market ecosystem. In general, the market is in need of powerful online gaming stimulus that would re-invigorate the market. Game genre saturation, cut throat competition, and waning interest from online gamers have contributed to market difficulties by service providers within the latter two markets.

Jun-Fwu Chin, IDC Asia/Pacific software analyst states, "Vendors and service providers alike will need to address individual markets in the Greater China online gaming market region in a calculated and specific, per-country approach. As each country is composed of distinct and varied market characteristics, a singular strategy across countries may not be the most effective nor efficient solution. He adds, "China, for example, is a developing and potentially rich market; Taiwan is a maturing industry, and Hong Kong, though a capable market, is a small segment."

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