Playing Cards And Board Games Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Product (Playing Cards, Board Games), By Distribution Channel (Offline, Online), By Region (North America, Europe), And Segment Forecasts, 2025 - 2030
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Playing Cards And Board Games Market Growth & Trends
The global playing cards and board games market size is expected treach USD 31.93 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 8.3% from 2025 t2030, according ta new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Growing popularity of traditional recreational activities among the younger generation is projected tdrive the market. Rising preference of millennials for old school games during social gatherings is expected tfurther fuel the growth.
Increasing resurgence of retro-games is projected tdrive the market growth. Manufacturers are focusing on producing simple games with elegant mechanics and impressive artwork tattract more consumers. For instance, the massively successful launch of Settlers of Catan has attracted a number of players tthe industry. Rapid rise in demand has created growth opportunities for the market players. The new manufacturers focus on innovation and creativity while developing as well as reinventing the playing cards and board games, which in turn is anticipated tdrive the market growth. Rising popularity is expected tencourage companies tintroduce board games specifically designed for different groups such as children, millennials, and families. For instance, Pandemic Legacy, Scythe, and Gloomhaven, are some of the board games designed especially 13 years and above.
In terms of product, the board games held the leading market share in 2018 and is anticipated tcontinue its dominance over the forecast period. Factors such as increasing engagement in leisure activities, trend of taking a break from digital screens, and emphasis on face tface interaction are projected tboost the popularity of traditional board games. Monopoly held the largest market share of more than 29% in 2018. Rising popularity of checkers, puzzles, scrabble, and chess among others is expected tcontribute tthe market growth.
Offline distribution channel is expected tcontinue leading the market over the forecast period. Rising culture of board game cafes is expected tfuel the growth of the segment. Moreover, introduction of gaming zones in malls and pubs is expected tpositively influence the market growth.
North America is projected tregister the fastest CAGR of 9.2% from 2019 t2025. Rise in the number of gaming cafes across the U.S. and increasing popularity among millennials seeking for old-fashioned entertainment is expected tboost the regional growth. Asia Pacific, on the other hand, is expected tcontinue holding the largest market share over the forecast period. High interest in playing cards across countries such as India and Japan is projected tdrive the regional market growth.
Playing Cards And Board Games Market Report Highlights
Playing Cards And Board Games Market Growth & Trends
The global playing cards and board games market size is expected treach USD 31.93 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 8.3% from 2025 t2030, according ta new report by Grand View Research, Inc. Growing popularity of traditional recreational activities among the younger generation is projected tdrive the market. Rising preference of millennials for old school games during social gatherings is expected tfurther fuel the growth.
Increasing resurgence of retro-games is projected tdrive the market growth. Manufacturers are focusing on producing simple games with elegant mechanics and impressive artwork tattract more consumers. For instance, the massively successful launch of Settlers of Catan has attracted a number of players tthe industry. Rapid rise in demand has created growth opportunities for the market players. The new manufacturers focus on innovation and creativity while developing as well as reinventing the playing cards and board games, which in turn is anticipated tdrive the market growth. Rising popularity is expected tencourage companies tintroduce board games specifically designed for different groups such as children, millennials, and families. For instance, Pandemic Legacy, Scythe, and Gloomhaven, are some of the board games designed especially 13 years and above.
In terms of product, the board games held the leading market share in 2018 and is anticipated tcontinue its dominance over the forecast period. Factors such as increasing engagement in leisure activities, trend of taking a break from digital screens, and emphasis on face tface interaction are projected tboost the popularity of traditional board games. Monopoly held the largest market share of more than 29% in 2018. Rising popularity of checkers, puzzles, scrabble, and chess among others is expected tcontribute tthe market growth.
Offline distribution channel is expected tcontinue leading the market over the forecast period. Rising culture of board game cafes is expected tfuel the growth of the segment. Moreover, introduction of gaming zones in malls and pubs is expected tpositively influence the market growth.
North America is projected tregister the fastest CAGR of 9.2% from 2019 t2025. Rise in the number of gaming cafes across the U.S. and increasing popularity among millennials seeking for old-fashioned entertainment is expected tboost the regional growth. Asia Pacific, on the other hand, is expected tcontinue holding the largest market share over the forecast period. High interest in playing cards across countries such as India and Japan is projected tdrive the regional market growth.
Playing Cards And Board Games Market Report Highlights
- Board games dominated the market with the largest revenue share of 73.4% in 2024. This growth is attributed tthe enduring popularity of board games across various age groups.
- Playing cards are expected tgrow at the fastest CAGR of 8.9% over the forecast period. The resurgence of interest in traditional card games and the introduction of innovative and themed card games appeal ta broad demographic, from casual players tserious enthusiasts.
- Offline channels dominated the playing cards and board games industry with the largest revenue share in 2024. This dominance is primarily due tthe continued popularity of traditional retail outlets such as toy stores, specialty game shops, and large retail chains.
- The online channel is expected tgrow at the fastest CAGR over the forecast period owing tthe increasing convenience and accessibility of online shopping.
- The Asia Pacific playing cards and board games market dominated the global market with the largest revenue share of 39.5% in 2024. The region's large and diverse population and a deep-rooted culture of traditional games and family gatherings drive the high demand for playing cards and board games.
CHAPTER 1. METHODOLOGY AND SCOPE
1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
1.2. Market Definition
1.3. Information Procurement
1.3.1. Purchased Database
1.3.2. GVR’s Internal Database
1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
1.3.4. Primary Research
1.4. Information Analysis
1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
CHAPTER 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2.1. Market Snapshot
2.2. Segment Snapshot
2.3. Competitive Landscape Snapshot
CHAPTER 3. PLAYING CARDS AND BOARD GAMES MARKET VARIABLES, TRENDS & SCOPE
3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
3.1.1. Parent Market Outlook
3.1.2. Related Market Outlook
3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.2.1. Profit Margin Analysis (Industry-level)
3.3. Market Dynamics
3.3.1. Market Driver Analysis
3.3.2. Market Restraint Analysis
3.3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.4. Market Challenges
3.4. Industry Analysis Tools
3.4.1. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.5. Market Entry Strategies
CHAPTER 4. CONSUMER BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS
4.1. Demographic Analysis
4.2. Consumer Trends and Preferences
4.3. Factors Affecting Buying Decision
4.4. Consumer Product Adoption
4.5. Observations & Recommendations
CHAPTER 5. PLAYING CARDS AND BOARD GAMES MARKET: PRODUCT ESTIMATES & TREND ANALYSIS
5.1. Playing Cards and Board Games Market, By Product: Key Takeaways
5.2. Product Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
5.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, By Product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.3.1. Playing Cards
5.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.3.2. Board Games
5.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.3.2.2. Chess
5.3.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.3.2.3. Scrabble
5.3.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.3.2.4. Monopoly
5.3.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.3.2.5. Ludo
5.3.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
CHAPTER 6. PLAYING CARDS AND BOARD GAMES MARKET: DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL ESTIMATES & TREND ANALYSIS
6.1. Playing Cards and Board Games Market, By Distribution Channel: Key Takeaways
6.2. Distribution Channel Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
6.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Distribution Channel, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
6.3.1. Offline
6.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
6.3.2. Online
6.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
CHAPTER 7. PLAYING CARDS AND BOARD GAMES MARKET: REGIONAL ESTIMATES & TREND ANALYSIS
7.1. Playing Cards and Board Games Market: Regional Outlook
7.2. Regional Marketplaces: Key Takeaways
7.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Region, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.1. North America
7.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.1.2. U.S.
7.3.1.2.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.1.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.1.3. Canada
7.3.1.3.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.1.3.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.1.4. Mexico
7.3.1.4.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.1.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2. Europe
7.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2.2. UK
7.3.2.2.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.2.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2.3. Germany
7.3.2.3.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.2.3.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2.4. France
7.3.2.4.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.2.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2.5. Italy
7.3.2.5.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.2.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2.6. Spain
7.3.2.6.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.2.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3. Asia Pacific
7.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3.2. China
7.3.3.2.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.3.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3.3. India
7.3.3.3.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.3.3.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3.4. Japan
7.3.3.4.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.3.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3.5. Australia & New Zealand
7.3.3.5.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.3.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3.6. South Korea
7.3.3.6.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.3.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.4. Latin America
7.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.4.2. Brazil
7.3.4.2.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.4.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.5. Middle East & Africa
7.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.5.2. South Africa
7.3.5.2.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.5.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
CHAPTER 8. PLAYING CARDS AND BOARD GAMES MARKET: COMPETITIVE ANALYSIS
8.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, by Key Market Participants
8.2. Company Categorization
8.3. Participant’s Overview
8.4. Financial Performance
8.5. Product Benchmarking
8.6. Company Market Share Analysis, 2024 (%)
8.7. Company Heat Map Analysis
8.8. Strategy Mapping
8.9. Company Profiles
8.9.1. Games Workshop Limited
8.9.1.1. Company Overview
8.9.1.2. Financial Performance
8.9.1.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.1.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.2. NECA/WizKids LLC (WizKids)
8.9.2.1. Company Overview
8.9.2.2. Financial Performance
8.9.2.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.2.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.3. IELLO
8.9.3.1. Company Overview
8.9.3.2. Financial Performance
8.9.3.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.3.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.4. Grey Fox Games
8.9.4.1. Company Overview
8.9.4.2. Financial Performance
8.9.4.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.4.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.5. Disney
8.9.5.1. Company Overview
8.9.5.2. Financial Performance
8.9.5.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.5.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.6. Buffalo Games
8.9.6.1. Company Overview
8.9.6.2. Financial Performance
8.9.6.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.6.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.7. University Games Corporation
8.9.7.1. Company Overview
8.9.7.2. Financial Performance
8.9.7.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.7.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.8. Delano Games
8.9.8.1. Company Overview
8.9.8.2. Financial Performance
8.9.8.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.8.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.9. LongPack Games
8.9.9.1. Company Overview
8.9.9.2. Financial Performance
8.9.9.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.9.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.10. Boda Games
8.9.10.1. Company Overview
8.9.10.2. Financial Performance
8.9.10.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.10.4. Strategic Initiatives
1.1. Market Segmentation & Scope
1.2. Market Definition
1.3. Information Procurement
1.3.1. Purchased Database
1.3.2. GVR’s Internal Database
1.3.3. Secondary Sources & Third-Party Perspectives
1.3.4. Primary Research
1.4. Information Analysis
1.4.1. Data Analysis Models
1.5. Market Formulation & Data Visualization
1.6. Data Validation & Publishing
CHAPTER 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
2.1. Market Snapshot
2.2. Segment Snapshot
2.3. Competitive Landscape Snapshot
CHAPTER 3. PLAYING CARDS AND BOARD GAMES MARKET VARIABLES, TRENDS & SCOPE
3.1. Market Lineage Outlook
3.1.1. Parent Market Outlook
3.1.2. Related Market Outlook
3.2. Industry Value Chain Analysis
3.2.1. Profit Margin Analysis (Industry-level)
3.3. Market Dynamics
3.3.1. Market Driver Analysis
3.3.2. Market Restraint Analysis
3.3.3. Market Opportunities
3.3.4. Market Challenges
3.4. Industry Analysis Tools
3.4.1. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.5. Market Entry Strategies
CHAPTER 4. CONSUMER BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS
4.1. Demographic Analysis
4.2. Consumer Trends and Preferences
4.3. Factors Affecting Buying Decision
4.4. Consumer Product Adoption
4.5. Observations & Recommendations
CHAPTER 5. PLAYING CARDS AND BOARD GAMES MARKET: PRODUCT ESTIMATES & TREND ANALYSIS
5.1. Playing Cards and Board Games Market, By Product: Key Takeaways
5.2. Product Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
5.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, By Product, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.3.1. Playing Cards
5.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.3.2. Board Games
5.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.3.2.2. Chess
5.3.2.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.3.2.3. Scrabble
5.3.2.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.3.2.4. Monopoly
5.3.2.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
5.3.2.5. Ludo
5.3.2.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
CHAPTER 6. PLAYING CARDS AND BOARD GAMES MARKET: DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL ESTIMATES & TREND ANALYSIS
6.1. Playing Cards and Board Games Market, By Distribution Channel: Key Takeaways
6.2. Distribution Channel Movement Analysis & Market Share, 2024 & 2030
6.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Distribution Channel, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
6.3.1. Offline
6.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
6.3.2. Online
6.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
CHAPTER 7. PLAYING CARDS AND BOARD GAMES MARKET: REGIONAL ESTIMATES & TREND ANALYSIS
7.1. Playing Cards and Board Games Market: Regional Outlook
7.2. Regional Marketplaces: Key Takeaways
7.3. Market Estimates & Forecasts, by Region, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.1. North America
7.3.1.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.1.2. U.S.
7.3.1.2.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.1.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.1.3. Canada
7.3.1.3.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.1.3.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.1.4. Mexico
7.3.1.4.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.1.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2. Europe
7.3.2.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2.2. UK
7.3.2.2.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.2.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2.3. Germany
7.3.2.3.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.2.3.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2.4. France
7.3.2.4.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.2.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2.5. Italy
7.3.2.5.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.2.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.2.6. Spain
7.3.2.6.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.2.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3. Asia Pacific
7.3.3.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3.2. China
7.3.3.2.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.3.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3.3. India
7.3.3.3.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.3.3.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3.4. Japan
7.3.3.4.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.3.4.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3.5. Australia & New Zealand
7.3.3.5.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.3.5.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.3.6. South Korea
7.3.3.6.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.3.6.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.4. Latin America
7.3.4.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.4.2. Brazil
7.3.4.2.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.4.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.5. Middle East & Africa
7.3.5.1. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
7.3.5.2. South Africa
7.3.5.2.1. Key country dynamics
7.3.5.2.2. Market estimates and forecast, 2018 - 2030 (USD Million)
CHAPTER 8. PLAYING CARDS AND BOARD GAMES MARKET: COMPETITIVE ANALYSIS
8.1. Recent Developments & Impact Analysis, by Key Market Participants
8.2. Company Categorization
8.3. Participant’s Overview
8.4. Financial Performance
8.5. Product Benchmarking
8.6. Company Market Share Analysis, 2024 (%)
8.7. Company Heat Map Analysis
8.8. Strategy Mapping
8.9. Company Profiles
8.9.1. Games Workshop Limited
8.9.1.1. Company Overview
8.9.1.2. Financial Performance
8.9.1.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.1.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.2. NECA/WizKids LLC (WizKids)
8.9.2.1. Company Overview
8.9.2.2. Financial Performance
8.9.2.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.2.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.3. IELLO
8.9.3.1. Company Overview
8.9.3.2. Financial Performance
8.9.3.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.3.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.4. Grey Fox Games
8.9.4.1. Company Overview
8.9.4.2. Financial Performance
8.9.4.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.4.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.5. Disney
8.9.5.1. Company Overview
8.9.5.2. Financial Performance
8.9.5.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.5.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.6. Buffalo Games
8.9.6.1. Company Overview
8.9.6.2. Financial Performance
8.9.6.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.6.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.7. University Games Corporation
8.9.7.1. Company Overview
8.9.7.2. Financial Performance
8.9.7.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.7.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.8. Delano Games
8.9.8.1. Company Overview
8.9.8.2. Financial Performance
8.9.8.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.8.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.9. LongPack Games
8.9.9.1. Company Overview
8.9.9.2. Financial Performance
8.9.9.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.9.4. Strategic Initiatives
8.9.10. Boda Games
8.9.10.1. Company Overview
8.9.10.2. Financial Performance
8.9.10.3. Product Portfolios
8.9.10.4. Strategic Initiatives
