For the second year in a row, Maliyo Games has conducted an industry survey citing 116 respondents and designed to showcase a more rounded reality of the African games industry.

Indie and solo developers together form 16% of respondents, with 13% identifying as independent creators and 3% as solo developers, demonstrating individual contributions to the sector. Hobbyists or part-time developers make up 13%, reflecting notable interest in game creation beyond professional commitments. Freelancers account for 11%, underscoring the importance of project-based work within the industry.

Key Findings

  • Mobile Dominance: Mobile gaming commands over 90% of the market. Nigeria alone saw explosive revenue growth, increasing by 454% from 2019 to 2024.
  • Unity remains the dominant game engine on the continent with Unreal following closely behind.
  • Gender inequality still to be addressed with only 12% of respondents identifying as female.
  • Smaller investment sizes have increased from 2023 to 2024, although larger ticket sizes have stagnated, mirroring the global investment climate.

“This report is a blueprint for the future, inspiring collaboration and growth,” says Hugo Obi.

Get Involved

  • Invest: Support African studios through funding and partnerships.
  • Collaborate: Participate in talent programs like GameUp Africa.
  • Engage: Attend regional conferences and connect with the continent’s vibrant ecosystem.

Download the full 2025 Africa Games Industry Report at www.africagamesreport.com.