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Cloud Gaming Positioned for Strong Future Growth According to New Research From Clarivate
More than four in five gamers who do not currently play cloud games say they will start cloud gaming in the next twelve months
Clarivate Plc , a global leader in providing trusted information and insights to accelerate the pace of innovation, today released a new market report on intellectual property and innovations for gaming businesses, supported by research on gaming trends in the U.K. and U.S. In its new report ‘Cowboys, combat and candy: cloud gaming through the lens of IP’ on levels of innovation and brand creation in the $146 billion gaming industry[1] as evidenced by patent, trademark and domain name activity, Clarivate explores the drivers of change both in terms of technical transformation and also the companies behind it.
“In a world that now sees video gaming as its favorite, or at least most lucrative, pastime, cloud gaming represents a huge leap forward,” said Jeff Roy, President, IP, Clarivate. “By using the behind-the-scenes power of patent, trademark and domain name data to see trends before they hit the market, we have the ability to imagine how this multi-billion-dollar creative industry will shift. Looking at the trends around intellectual property on the business side, we can see that cloud gaming is poised for huge growth over the next 12 months.”
The report looks at the dynamics and direction of the global online and cloud gaming market, analyzing the new commercial models in the gaming industry, how and where gamers are spending money and the potential growth of the industry over the next years.
Strong future growth
The research indicates that cloud gaming is set for significant growth. Most cloud gamers surveyed say they will play a lot (48 percent) or a bit more (28 percent) cloud games in the next year. As many as 81 percent of gamers who do not currently play cloud games believe they will start cloud gaming in the next year.
In the U.S., the number of cloud gamers surveyed who think they will play a lot more is 58 percent compared to 24 percent of U.K. cloud gamers, which hints at differences in maturity between these markets. Almost 20 percent more respondents in the U.S. (37 percent) are cloud gamers than in the U.K. (18 percent).
How much are gamers spending?
As gaming businesses evolve and player experiences continue to rapidly shift – we see revenue being increasingly generated from in-game purchases, advertising and monthly subscription fees. The report from Clarivate finds that the gaming industry is innovating to respond to the users’ demands, focusing over a third of their patent activity on commercial revenue model technology – in-game payments, advertising and microtransactions.
According to the research, cloud gamers spend more on in-game purchases per week than non-cloud gamers, with 93 percent of cloud gamers making in-game payments compared to 75 percent of non-cloud gamers. 21 percent of cloud gamers spend between £21- £50 per week compared to only nine percent of non-cloud gamers. More than half (52 percent) of all cloud gamers prefer paid gaming through a subscription model.
The influence of social media on gamer spend
As millions of gamers from across the globe come together on different platforms to engage – social media has an increasing impact on player buying activity. The research found that gaming spend is closely correlated to social media. Compelling insights include:
- One in two (51 percent) of cloud gamers are greatly influenced by social media when it comes to gaming purchases (compared to 17 percent of non-cloud gamers).
- 21 percent often make purchases via social media (compared to just three percent of non-cloud gamers).
- U.S. gamers are much more likely to be greatly influenced by social media when it comes to gaming purchases (41 percent compared to 11 percent).
- One in three males (33 percent) are much more likely to be greatly influenced by social media when deciding to make an in-app purchase than females (17 percent).
Developer and platform advancements
The report, ‘Cowboys, combat and candy: cloud gaming through the lens of IP’, found that improving the user experience through innovations in cloud infrastructure has seen the most patent activity. On average, we recognized 300 to 500 inventions annually year-on-year over the past decade. The report uses data and insights from Derwent Innovation, Derwent World Patents Index, and MarkMonitor Jeff Roy, President, IP Group, Clarivate, added, “The future of cloud gaming is tremendously exciting. Clarivate has the unique opportunity to help customers throughout the innovation lifecycle from idea creation to commercialization. With cloud gaming poised for huge growth over the next 12 months it’s an incredibly exciting time to be a gamer – not just for us here at Clarivate, but for all passionate and ambitious cloud gaming enthusiasts across the world.”
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Gaming Corps – a publicly-listed game development company based in Sweden, has partnered with Torrero, the B2B aggregator and white-label provider, in a deal that sees Gaming Corps’ full suite of content rolled out across Torrero’s extensive network of operator brands.
Torrero’s aggregation platform features more than 8,500 games from over 130 providers, alongside sportsbook content spanning 20+ sports and over half a million sporting events — and now includes Gaming Corps’ diverse portfolio of Slot, Table, Mines, Multiplier and Plinko titles. Known for powering major global brands like Betmaster and Casinoin, Torrero offers a full-service solution that goes far beyond content, with integrated payments, compliance, multilingual customer support, and licensing services all managed under one roof.
Danielle Calafato, CCO at Gaming Corps, said: ” Torrero’s strength lies in giving operators exactly what they need — flexibility, speed and a content-rich platform. That makes them a natural fit for us. This partnership helps us reach new markets while giving Torrero’s partners access to a steady stream of distinctive, engaging content designed for today’s players — including some of our latest titles like 3 Pigs of Olympus, Hyena Heist and Penalty Champion 2. We’re excited to see our games go live across their network and to be part of a proposition that puts performance and player experience first.”
Aleksei Tolstov, Head of Business Development at Torrero, added: “Gaming Corps is a standout game developer that continues to grow in reputation and quality. Their content is a great fit for our platform and operator brands, particularly in terms of game variety and performance. We’re pleased to welcome them to our network and look forward to a successful collaboration ahead.”
The partnership is now live, with Gaming Corps’ games available to all Torrero partners from today.
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Omnigame, the full-service iGaming business, is celebrating industry recognition after being awarded Gaming Mechanic/Feature of the Year at the SBC Awards Europe.
Hosted at the Hilton Malta, the awards recognised the achievements of the very best operators, affiliates, suppliers, payment providers, and game developers across the European betting and gaming industry.
Omnigame’s creative twist on traditional slot machines, its ‘Wheels of Reels’ mechanic, incorporates ‘wheels’ of differing lengths rather than the traditional rectangular matrix. The innovative spinning mechanic provided a new approach to slot gaming, allowing Omnigame to stand apart from its competition in the category.
The creativity of the mechanic has seen Stream of Luck become one of the most popular games in the Omnigame portfolio.
Peter Weinreich, CEO of Omnigame, said: “Receiving the award that highlights the innovative nature of our ‘Wheels of Reels’ mechanic at the SBC Awards Europe is a massive credit to the whole team at Omnigame. We are incredibly proud of our achievement, which has provided a fresh take on the traditional slot experience.
“We have worked hard to provide exciting games to players, and this recognition of our innovative approach is a fantastic moment for us.”
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Pace named Marketing Operations Manager for full-service agency’s popular Fractional CMO division
GameOn has appointed former Swintt Marketing Manager, Michela Pace, as Marketing Operations Manager of its thriving Fractional CMO division.
Michela is a skilled marketer who started her career in the iGaming industry back in 2021 as a marketing intern at Swintt.
The slot studio quickly saw her potential, offering her a full-time role as Campaign Coordinator. She then progressed to Marketing Executive, a position she held for two years, before being promoted to Marketing Manager.
Across these roles, she has been involved in a wide range of marketing initiatives from managing game launch campaigns and content calendars to organising events, handling merchandise and working with media partners to drive brand visibility through interviews, press releases and editorial features.
She brings this experience and a passion for marketing and branding to the Marketing Operations Manager role at GameOn, where she will be responsible for supporting the wider CMO team, led by Alex Wilson, and working directly with clients on their marketing strategies and campaigns.
Alex Wilson, Head of Marketing Division at GameOn, said: “I’m delighted to welcome Michela to the team and for GameOn’s Marketing Division to benefit from such a passionate and talented marketer with tons of industry experience.
“Michela played a central role in building Swintt’s profile in the industry from the ground up, experience that our clients will absolutely benefit from.
“More than anything, Michela is a great person to work with, bringing enthusiasm and energy to the team. I’m really looking forward to working with her as we build out GameOn’s Fractional CMO offering and deliver value and results for our clients.”
Michela Pace, Marketing Operations Manager at GameOn, added: “I’m over the moon to be joining GameOn. I’ve always admired the company, especially the incredible team behind it, and feel very lucky to be starting this new chapter with them.
“I’m excited to work alongside the team and to support our clients by contributing to their strategies and campaigns. I’m also fortunate to be learning from the best in the industry while pushing creative boundaries as we continue to grow together.”
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