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South African Gamers: Young, Social Women Favor Mobile Games

10/11/2025

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The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) report "Power of Play: 2025 Global Video Games" reveals that the average South African gamer is a social woman in her 20s who enjoys mobile puzzle games.
In contrast, the global average gamer is a 41-year-old male who prefers solitary gaming.
The report states that 81% of South African gamers play online with others for stress relief and happiness.
Mobile gaming is preferred by 60% of South African gamers over consoles and PCs.
The report urges local developers to focus on mobile games and increase female participation in gaming.

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The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) report "Power of Play: 2025 Global Video Games" reveals that the average South African gamer is a social woman in her 20s who enjoys mobile puzzle games.
In contrast, the global average gamer is a 41-year-old male who prefers solitary gaming.
The report states that 81% of South African gamers play online with others for stress relief and happiness.
Mobile gaming is preferred by 60% of South African gamers over consoles and PCs.
The report urges local developers to focus on mobile games and increase female participation in gaming.