Qatar Esports Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Revenue Model, Platform, Games, and Region, 2025-2033

Qatar Esports Market Overview:

The Qatar esports market size reached USD 4.22 Million in 2024. The market is projected to reach USD 17.36 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 17.01% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by government-backed infrastructure development and strategic investments supporting the establishment of state-of-the-art esports arenas and training centers. Moreover, the dominance of mobile gaming among the country’s tech-savvy youth population is creating unprecedented opportunities for the market. Additionally, the growing participation in regional and international tournaments through strategic partnerships is expanding the Qatar esports market share.

Qatar Esports Market Trends:

Infrastructure Investment and Event Hosting

Qatar is investing heavily in esports infrastructure to position itself as a regional esports hub. The nation is constructing world-class gaming venues, providing professional-standard facilities for gamers and observers alike. The facilities are equipped with the latest gaming technology, high-speed internet, and broadcasting, and they are developing an ecosystem that is geared towards esports competitions. These efforts are being backed up by the government as part of a wider plan to diversify the economy and establish Qatar as a global leader across multiple industries, including entertainment and technology. Meanwhile, the country is hosting and financing big esports events, inviting international esports organizations, teams, and players. These events are not only exposing local players but also driving tourism and brand presence internationally. Esports competitions are being coupled by local business and sponsors with the expanding gaming community to tap into financial expansion in the market. With the country continually developing its infrastructure and event-holding capacity, the country is paving the way for sustained expansion in its esports market as a dominant force in the Middle Eastern esports landscape.

Rising Youth Participation in Gaming and Esports

There is a rise in the enthusiasm for gaming among Qatar, with special focus on the youth segment. The youth population is actively participating in video games and esports as a result of both international influences and domestic drivers. Both schools and universities are adopting gaming as an extracurricular activity, providing opportunities for students to hone skills in competitive gaming. This increased youth involvement is cultivating a next generation of players, supporters, and careerists in the esports industry. Parents are also beginning to see gaming as a viable vocation, supporting young individuals to pursue their passions in this medium. Moreover, the prevalence of gaming consoles, mobile phones, and fast internet is facilitating increased participation in esports. With increasing young generations becoming involved, Qatar is experiencing an uptick in grassroots tournaments and community gaming events, contributing to the development of a strong esports ecosystem. Social media outlets are constantly hyping up gaming culture, thus contributing to further interest among younger generations.

Government Support and Strategic Vision

The Qatar government is also actively promoting the growth of the esports industry under its Vision 2030, which seeks to diversify the economy and raise the country's participation in the digital economy. It is pushing for activities that establish esports both as a sport and as an emerging business. There are several government-sponsored programs and policies being launched to fund gaming start-ups, esports training, and tournaments. This involves offering financial incentives to local esports firms and simplifying regulations for global brands to set up shop in Qatar. Additionally, state-backed initiatives are encouraging partnerships between private firms, game developers, and esports organizations further tightening the market. The government of Qatar is also using esports as a means of boosting tourism and luring international events by leveraging the popularity of gaming in diversifying the entertainment sector in the country. With strategic investments in physical and digital infrastructure, as well as supportive regulations, the Qatari government is playing a pivotal role in propelling the expansion of the esports market.

Qatar Esports Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on revenue model, platform, and games.

Revenue Model Insights:

• Media Rights
• Advertising and Sponsorships
• Merchandise and Tickets
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the revenue model have been provided in the report. This includes media rights, advertising and sponsorships, merchandise and tickets, and others.

Platform Insights:

• PC-based Esports
• Consoles-based Esports
• Mobile and Tablets

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the platform. This includes PC-based esports, consoles-based esports, and mobile and tablets.

Games Insights:

• Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA)
• Player vs Players (PvP)
• First Person Shooters (FPS)
• Real Time Strategy (RTS)

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the games have been provided in the report. This includes multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA), player vs players (PvP), first person shooters (FPS), and real time strategy (RTS).

Regional Insights:

• Ad Dawhah
• Al Rayyan
• Al Wakrah
• Others

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include Ad Dawhah, Al Rayyan, Al Wakrah, and others.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Qatar Esports Market News:

• April 2025: Media City Qatar and SNRG successfully hosted the second edition of the Qatar Esports Forum, building on the success of the inaugural event in May 2024 which saw 50+ attending entities and over 20 million media impressions, aiming to elevate discussions and foster strategic partnerships to establish Qatar as a rising force in the global esports ecosystem.
• February 2024: Qatar Esports Federation launched the Qatar eLeague Series in collaboration with Team Mana and Showdown, offering a platform for enthusiasts to showcase their skills and compete at the highest levels, reflecting the Federation's dedication to nurturing talent and fostering a positive environment for aspiring esports athletes.

Qatar Esports Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the Qatar esports market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the Qatar esports market on the basis of revenue model?
• What is the breakup of the Qatar esports market on the basis of platform?
• What is the breakup of the Qatar esports market on the basis of games?
• What is the breakup of the Qatar esports market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the Qatar esports market?
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Qatar esports market?
• What is the structure of the Qatar esports market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the Qatar esports market?

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC's industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the Qatar esports market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Qatar esports market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the Qatar esports industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.