What will gaming be like in 2030?
These game development predictions for 2030 suggest a future where games are responsive, player-first, and emotionally intelligent. We’re moving into a realm where players don’t just consume stories — they co-create them. That’s the future of game development — emotion, immersion, and evolution. By 2030, gaming will be more personalized, immersive, and monetized in new ways. This session explores key tech trends, industry challenges, and strategies for staying ahead. The future of play is being built now! Learn how to adapt, innovate, and thrive in gaming’s next evolution.
Is gaming growing or declining?
Revenue growth from mobile gaming fell by 15% in 2021, and then fell even further in 2022 and 2023, to -3. Sales of PC and Mac games saw a brief rise of 8. Globally, PUBG Mobile, combined with the Chinese localization of the title, Game For Peace, is the clear leader in the Battle Royale space. In 1Q21, it picked up $744. Y/Y. Garena Free Free ranked No. Call of Duty: Mobile ranked No.By December 2022, PUBG Mobile had accumulated around 1. It is also one of the most-played mobile video games of all time.