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Global Social Gaming Market Is Estimated To Value Over USD 57.44 Bn In Terms Of Value By The End Of 2027

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5 years ago

March 1, 2021

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The Global Social Gaming Market, was valued at US$ 17.40 billion in 2019, witnessing a CAGR of 16.1% during the forecast period (2019-2027), as highlighted in a report published by Coherent Market Insights.

Rapid growth in the number of internet subscribers is expected to boost the global social gaming market growth over the forecast period

The number of internet subscribers globally has increased massively over the years, in both developed and emerging economies. According to the Internet World Stats, there were over 4 billioninternet users across the globe as of June 2020, with a 62% increase in penetration. Internet is available in schools, offices, colleges, and leisure places such as restaurants and malls. Furthermore, access to social networking sites through the internet has made users cling to games, which have helpedthem engage socially. With the advancement in technology from 2G to 3G and now 4G internet services, the gaming industry is expected to reap the benefits of the growing internet subscribers. The 3G network enables the transfer of information at the rate of at least 200kbit/s, enhancing the gaming experience. Therefore, these factors are expected to propel the global social gaming market growth over the forecast period.

Market Opportunity

Research and development activities amongmarket players can pose significant market opportunities in the global social gaming market

Key companies are focused on research anddevelopment activities, to enhance the market presence. For instance, in May 2013, Zynga Inc. launched Running with Friends, a 3D action, high-speed arcade game, for the global audience on iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch. In July 2013, CrowdStar launched COVET Fashion, a fashion game for iPads and iPhones. Thegame incorporates seasonal designs with real-life clothing items and virtual outfit challenges.

Market Restraint

Ban on social networking sites is expected to hinder the global social gaming market growth over the forecast period

Online games such as FarmVille, Texas Hold’em poker, candy crush, and the criminal case are largely played on social networking sites such as Facebook, MySpace, and Google+. The ban on social networking sites such as Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter has caused huge losses to the market. Many Islamic countries such as Iran, Pakistan, and Indonesiahave forbidden the use of social networking sites. This is considered a taboo in the Middle East countries as well. They have blocked such sites primarily for security reasons. Therefore, these factors are expected to hamper the global social gaming market growth over the forecast period.

Market Trends

Collaboration and partnership activities among market players

Key players in the market are focused on collaboration and partnership activities, to enhance the market presence and gain a competitive edge in the market. For instance, in December 2012, Kingpartnered with Turkish Pepsi. According to the agreement, the Bubble SwitchSaga title will be printed on the cans as part of the marketing strategy along with codes that unlock credits. In November 2012, CrowdStar partnered with Tencent Holdings Ltd. to launch Top Girl, its popular game, in the world’s most populous nation, China.

Mergers and acquisitions among key mattercompanies

Major companies involved are focused on merger and acquisition activities, to expand their market strength. For instance, in December 2011, Electronic Arts Inc. acquired KlickNation, a company that develops role-playing games on Facebook for free. Furthermore, in July 2011, Electronic Arts acquired PopCap Games Inc., a company that developed popular games such as Bejeweled and Plants vs. Zombies. Electronic Arts, Inc. expects to increase its presence in casual and mobile gaming through this deal.

Competitive Section

Major companies operating in the global social gaming market are Zynga, Inc., Wooga GmbH, Playtika Ltd., King, Tencent Holdings Ltd., Electronic Arts, Inc., Renren Inc., CrowdStar, Booyah Inc., and Social Point.

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Bagelmania Backroom Comedy night lineup announced for Thursday, Feb. 26

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17 hours ago

February 20, 2026

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The iconic Jewish delicatessen Siegel’s Bagelmania has announced the comedic line up that will leave guests “laughing their bagels off” at the next Bagelmania Backroom Comedy night on Thursday, Feb. 26.

Hosted monthly by Las Vegas-based and nationally touring comedian couple Noah Gardenswartz and Ester Steinberg, the event Thursday night will welcome Chris Clarke as the headliner along with acclaimed comics Kristeen Von Hagen, Gabe Quire and Lauren Rochelle.

Clarke, known as a high-energy and imaginative comedian, now tours the country with veteran comedian Rob Schneider. He also has amassed more than 40 million views on his popular YouTube channel “Csnacks,” where he tastes food and snacks from the front seat of his car. His hilarious and unique way of describing different flavors led to national commercials for Checkers and Rally’s, a one-hour special on the Cooking Channel titled Baby Got Snack, and an appearance as a food critic judge on Beat Bobby Flay.

Siegel’s Bagelmania will offer a special Backroom Comedy menu of its signature delicatessen cuisine as well as a full bar so guests can enjoy great comedy, dinner, and drinks in a unique, relaxed setting.

The Bagelmania Backroom is open to attendees 18 and older. Doors open for drinks and dinner at 7 p.m. Show time is 8 p.m. Tickets for Bagelmania Backroom are on sale for $20 online at https://siegelsbagelmania.com/backroomcomedy/ and will be sold at the door while supply lasts.

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ACR Poker OSS XL Returns With $50M GTD

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18 hours ago

February 20, 2026

Wladimir P.

ACR Poker has officially announced the return of its flagship Online Super Series (OSS) XL, running from March 1 to March 23, 2026, with a massive $50 million in guaranteed prize pools.

Following the success of its recent Dual Venom tournaments, which paid out more than $11 million, ACR Poker is once again delivering high-value online tournament action designed for players of all skill levels and bankroll sizes.

Three Main Events With $5 Million Guaranteed

The headline events of OSS XL include three major Main Events launching March 15:

$2,650 buy-in – $2 million guaranteed
$1,050 buy-in – $2 million guaranteed
$215 buy-in – $1 million guaranteed

These marquee tournaments anchor the series, offering players high-stakes competition alongside accessible mid- and low-stakes opportunities.

Phil’s Thrill XXL and Multi-Flight Action

Kicking off the series on March 1 is Phil’s Thrill XXL, featuring a $1.5 million guarantee and a $10,300 buy-in. Players can qualify for as little as $95 through ACR’s Road to the Big One promotion.

The schedule also includes a $630 buy-in Multi-Flight Event with $1.5 million guaranteed, with Day 1 flights beginning March 1 and Day 2 set for March 23.

For bounty hunters, OSS XL offers five Mystery Bounty Multi-Flight tournaments, including:

Three $500,000 guaranteed events ($109 buy-in)
A $150,000 guaranteed event ($33 buy-in)
A $100,000 guaranteed event ($5.50 buy-in)

These tournaments provide dynamic prize opportunities and strong value across all buy-in tiers.

$65,000 Leaderboard Contest

To enhance engagement, ACR Poker’s Leaderboard Contest returns with $65,000 in cash and tournament tickets across three buy-in tiers:

High Stakes: $15,000 top prize
Mid Stakes: $7,500 top prize
Low Stakes: $4,000 top prize

According to ACR Pro Chris Moneymaker, OSS XL stands out for its inclusive structure, substantial guarantees and daily leaderboard incentives that reward consistent participation.

With $50 million guaranteed and a broad mix of Main Events, Mystery Bounties and multi-flight tournaments, OSS XL reinforces ACR Poker’s position as a major force in the global online poker tournament landscape.

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Alanbase and Gamblers Connect announce new partnership

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18 hours ago

February 20, 2026

Wladimir P.

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Gamblers Connect, the award-winning iGaming media and affiliate platform, has announced a new strategic partnership with Alanbase, a cloud-based SaaS “constructor” built to power advanced affiliate programme development.

The collaboration strengthens Gamblers Connect’s B2B Providers section, a curated hub designed to connect iGaming professionals with trusted, high-performance industry solutions. By integrating Alanbase into its ecosystem, Gamblers Connect enhances access to cutting-edge affiliate management technology tailored to competitive iGaming markets.

A Customizable SaaS Solution for iGaming Affiliates

Alanbase differentiates itself through its fully customizable SaaS architecture. Unlike traditional affiliate software, Alanbase allows operators to build dashboards, performance indicators and statistical tables using their own formulas. This “constructor” model ensures the platform adapts to each business workflow — not the other way around.

The cloud-based system also delivers high-speed data refresh capabilities, enabling operators to monitor player activity in near real time. This performance advantage provides deeper analytical insight and supports faster decision-making in fast-moving iGaming environments.

Gjorgje Ristikj, Founder of Gamblers Connect, highlighted that the partnership aligns with the platform’s mission to feature transparent, value-driven B2B providers. By adding Alanbase to its verified partner network, Gamblers Connect reinforces its commitment to showcasing tools that improve affiliate program scalability, operational efficiency and measurable growth.

Expanding the iGaming B2B Ecosystem

The partnership reflects growing demand for flexible affiliate SaaS platforms that prioritize customization, automation and performance tracking. As competition intensifies across global iGaming markets, data-driven affiliate management solutions are becoming a critical component of operator success.

With Alanbase now featured within Gamblers Connect’s B2B Providers hub, industry professionals gain streamlined access to enterprise-grade affiliate infrastructure designed for scalability and precision.

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