As we look at the poker world in 2024, we see a dynamic industry that has evolved significantly, especially in the wake of global events. This post examines the current state of poker worldwide, using the most recent data from reputable sources.

Online Poker Market Size

According to a report by Grand View Research (2023):

 

    • The global online poker market size was valued at USD 77.42 billion in 2022.

    • It is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.7% from 2023 to 2030.

Regional Online Poker Market Shares (2023)

Based on the same Grand View Research report:

 

    • North America: 35.2%

    • Europe: 31.5%

    • Asia Pacific: 25.8%

    • Rest of the World: 7.5%

Bar graph showing the online poker market shares for 2023: North America holds 35.2%, Europe holds 31.5%, Asia Pacific holds 25.8%, and the Rest of the World holds 7.5%

Regulated Online Poker Markets

As of 2023, the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) reports the following European countries have regulated online poker markets:

 

    • France

    • Spain

    • Italy

    • Portugal

    • Czech Republic

    • Romania

    • Sweden

    • Denmark

    • Netherlands

    • Germany

    • Greece

United States Poker Landscape Market

According to the American Gaming Association’s 2023 State of the States report:

 

    • Seven states have legalized online poker: Nevada, New Jersey, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Michigan, West Virginia, and Connecticut.

    • Combined online poker and casino gaming revenue in the U.S. reached $5.02 billion in 2022, a 35.2% increase from 2021.

Live Poker Tournaments

The Hendon Mob database, as of September 2023, shows:

 

    • Over 875,000 players from 200+ countries have recorded live tournament cashes.

    • The United States, Canada, and Germany are the top three countries for tournament participation.

World Series of Poker (WSOP) 2023

 

    • The 2023 WSOP Main Event had 10,043 entries, the second-largest field in its history.

    • Total prize pool: $93,399,900

    • Participants from 100+ countries

 

Asian Market

While exact numbers remain challenging to verify due to regulatory environments, a report by iGaming Business (2023) indicates:

 

    • The Asian poker market, particularly in countries like India and the Philippines, has shown significant growth.

    • Online poker apps continue to gain popularity in China, despite regulatory challenges.

Asian Poker Facts

 

    • China: Despite legal restrictions, underground poker games are widespread. Online poker apps are extremely popular.

    • India: Rapidly growing market, especially for online poker. Several states have legalized and regulated poker as a game of skill.

    • Southeast Asia: Countries like the Philippines and Vietnam have thriving poker scenes, both live and online.

    • Japan: Recently legalized casino gambling, potentially opening up the market for more poker growth.

    • South Korea: Home to several popular poker tours and a growing online poker community.

India

A report by KPMG and the Federation of Indian Fantasy Sports (2023) estimates:

 

    • The Indian online gaming market, including poker, was valued at INR 136 billion (approximately $1.6 billion) in FY 2023.

    • This represents a 28% growth from the previous fiscal year.

Global Player Pool

PokerScout, a website tracking online poker traffic, reported in August 2023:

 

    • An average of about 18,000 cash game players were online at any given time across major poker sites.

    • This number can fluctuate significantly based on time of day and major tournament series.

Conclusion

The 2023 data shows a robust and growing poker industry, with particular strength in the online sector. Regulated markets continue to expand, especially in Europe and parts of the United States. While precise global player numbers remain challenging to determine, the growth in market size and tournament participation indicates poker’s enduring and expanding popularity worldwide.

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