2022 Gaming, Esports and Metaverse trends

While 2021 was gaming’s biggest year yet — and also the year the metaverse really stepped into the spotlight — 2022 promises to be even bigger.

Blockchain, NFTs and play-to-earn will be massive as Web3 comes to gaming, alongside developments in esports and streaming.

Some of the key trends include:

  • Play-to-earn will become a more viable business model
  • Blockchain will become more prominent in esports
  • Mobile esports will continue to grow
  • Co-Streaming will grow into a common marketing strategy for brands
  • Consolidation in cloud gaming is on the horizon
  • Metaverse investment and M&A activity will accelerate in 2022

Check out this overview from Newzoo to find out more.

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Tom Simpson

Tom Simpson is the founder and editor of Digital in Asia, covering technology, digital media, gaming, and the startup ecosystem across the Asia-Pacific region since 2013. With over a decade of experience tracking Asia's rapidly evolving tech landscape, Tom provides analysis and insights on AI, fintech, e-commerce, gaming, and emerging digital trends shaping the region.

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