Mobile Games Leaderboard: Top Turkish Studios

Many are talking about the Turkish Mobile Gaming Scene. How about the games? The Turkish mobile gaming industry has become a powerhouse, producing many top-grossing games globally. Our 'Leaderboard' highlights leading Turkish Studios' hit games, showcasing their revenue and downloads over recent months. From Dream Games’ Royal Match to emerging titles like Traffic Escape by Fomo Games, the global competition is fierce, and these games are setting the stage for who will dominate in 2025. Top Grossing Games by Turkish Mobile Gaming Studios Data: AppMagic (2024 May, June, July) #1 Royal Match by Dream Games Launched in February 2021, Royal Match surpassed $2 billion in Revenue and 290M Downloads. Casual Puzzle Match-3: July 2024 Royal Match is #1 in Revenues with $105M and #2 in Installs with 7.6M in July. Over the past 12 months, the Casual Match-3 genre generated […]

Ömer Yakabagi August 21

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Mobile Gaming World: Türkiye

The Turkish mobile gaming industry is booming. We hear everywhere. How about taking a closer look? Turkish Mobile Gaming Scene As Shakespeare says: Hypercasual or Match-3? That's the question. You're right, both! However, the Golden Era of Hypercasual games has passed. Despite global challenges, many big studios are now focusing on long-term game projects. Rollic exemplifies the transition with its Casual Puzzle games, Mayor Match and Seat Away. Data Corner: Mobile Gaming in Türkiye The pandemic boosted Mobile, with daily time spent rising from 3.2 hours in 2019 to 4.3 hours in 2020 and holding steady. 81% of Turkish adults reported playing at least one mobile game. Also a highly engaged bunch, with 41% of them playing more than ten hours a day. According to Newzoo, the Turkish mobile gaming industry has surged, fueled by a young population, widespread smartphone use, […]

Ömer Yakabagi August 7

Journal

Government Supports Growth: Turkish Game Studios Enjoy Tax Exemption

During his presentation at PGC San Francisco, Tuğbek Ölek, Head of Advisory Board of TOGED, sheds light on Turkey's tax incentives to support its rapidly expanding mobile gaming industry. Here's the speech from PGC: Zero Tax + Incentives: Turkiye's Bold Leap Into GameDev The Turkish mobile gaming industry thrives with big names like Dream Games, Peak, and Rollic. These studios showcase Turkey's global gaming prowess, with half of them based in Istanbul, making it Europe's second-largest gaming hub after London. Ankara also plays a significant role as Turkey's second-largest gaming hub. Are Turkish game studios exempt from paying taxes? Investing in gaming ventures enjoys the benefit of being entirely tax-free, courtesy of Turkey's absence of capital gains tax. Ölek elucidated that this translates to a significant advantage: in the event of a $10 million exit resulting from an investment, the […]

Ömer Yakabagi March 18

Journal

Turkish Gaming Revolution: Insights and Analysis from 2023

Published by Gaming in Turkey, Turkiye's gaming scene just got a juicy new report, a treasure chest full of secrets. Local Gaming Publishers: The report sheds light on the diverse array of local gaming publishers operating within Turkey, showcasing their contributions to the vibrant gaming ecosystem. Popular Game Genres: Through meticulous analysis, Gaming in Turkey identifies the most prevalent game genres within the Turkish market, offering invaluable data for developers and publishers seeking to tailor their offerings to local preferences. Player Behaviors: Understanding player behaviors is crucial for success in the gaming industry. The report provides valuable insights into the habits, preferences, and trends shaping the gaming habits of Turkish players. Investments in the Industry: With the gaming industry experiencing rapid growth globally, understanding investment trends is essential. Gaming in Turkey's report offers an in-depth analysis of investments within the […]

Ömer Yakabagi March 3

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Turkish Gaming Ecosystem in 2023: Strong Nevertheless

Invest in Türkiye recently unveiled its report, "The State of Turkish Gaming Ecosystem," offering insights into the industry's trends, challenges, and prospects. Despite certain setbacks in early 2022, like the pandemic's end and global conflicts, the Turkish mobile gaming sector proved resilient, with significant acquisitions highlighting its strength. Turkish mobile gaming landscape boasts 740 active studios, 12 incubation centers, 21 acceleration programs, 2 clusters, and 8 dedicated investment funds, positioning it as a European leader after the UK. The Turkish mobile gaming's evolution dates back to the 2010s, marked by the establishment of startup support mechanisms like the Venture Capital Investment Fund (VCIF), which saw significant changes in 2020. This shift, alongside success stories, spurred corporate interest, with 80 active Corporate Venture Capitalists participating in 37% of deals in the first nine months of 2023. From Exits to Hubs: Turkey's […]

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