The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Region Emerges as a Key Hub for Web3 Gaming
The Blockchain Gaming Alliance (BGA)'s "2025 State of the Industry Report" indicates a significant shift in the global blockchain gaming landscape: the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is emerging as a major growth hub.
Key Report Highlights:
🎮 The MENA region now accounts for 19.8% of all blockchain gaming professionals, a substantial increase from less than 1% in 2021.
🌍 Including Africa, respondents from these two regions account for more than a quarter of all respondents globally.
👩 A record high of 22.7% of respondents are women.
📈 Industry focus is shifting towards high-quality game releases, sustainable business models, and regulatory transparency.
⚠️ Key challenges include fraud, funding shortages, and AI-driven exploitation.
The report also reflects increased diversity and inclusion within the industry, with surveys conducted in multiple languages and strong regional leadership driving growth.
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