Online Gaming Drives 6.39% Growth in PH Industry Revenues

The Philippine gaming industry generated ₱396.14 billion in gross gaming revenues (GGR) in 2025, up 6.39% from ₱372.33 billion in 2024, driven largely by strong growth in the online and electronic gaming segment.

The increase in electronic gaming revenues is a reflection of an evolving gaming industry.

According to Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation, revenues from electronic and online gaming—including e-bingo, e-games, bingo grantees, and onsite and offsite poker—reached ₱201.12 billion, a 30.04% increase from ₱154.66 billion the previous year.

“The e-games and online gaming segment accounted for 50.77% of total industry GGR,” said Alejandro H. Tengco.

“It has overtaken licensed casinos as the largest GGR contributor.”

In contrast, revenues from licensed casinos declined by 9.58% to ₱182.50 billion from ₱201.84 billion in 2024. Meanwhile, PAGCOR-operated casinos posted ₱12.52 billion in revenues, marking a 20.95% year-on-year decline.

Tengco said the 2025 figures highlight the industry’s structural shift toward digital platforms.

Revenues from electronic and online gaming reached ₱201.12 billion, revenues from licensed casinos declined by 9.58% to ₱182.50 billion, while PAGCOR-operated casinos posted ₱12.52 billion in revenues.

“The increase in electronic gaming revenues shows how the industry has evolved,” he said.

“Online gaming is no longer a supplementary segment but has become the leading driver of overall GGR growth.”

He noted that growth came despite a temporary slowdown in the third quarter of 2025 following the delinking of e-wallets, which disrupted player access and payment channels.

The adjustments in digital payment systems, he added, were aimed at improving transaction traceability, enhancing player protection, and strengthening confidence in regulated online gaming.

“The 2025 GGR performance underscores the importance of regulatory balance as the industry evolves,” Tengco said.

“Our objective is not simply to grow revenues, but to ensure that growth is sustainable, transparent, and compliant—supported by a stronger regulatory environment that promotes long-term industry stability.”