Survey of Web3 Game Player Demographics Reveals New Trends

Recently, a survey targeting Web3 gamers has attracted widespread attention in the industry. The survey aims to gain insights into the characteristics and preferences of Web3 gamers, providing valuable insights for industry development.

The survey results show that the Web3 gaming player community exhibits some unique characteristics:

• 87% of Web3 game players have engaged in digital item trading within games.
• 72% of Web3 game players are male, higher than the 59% of traditional game players.
• Web3 gamers are more inclined towards MOBA games, with a preference level that is twice that of traditional gamers.

Currently, the penetration rate of Web3 games among gamers in the United States is still in its early stages, with approximately 6% of gamers having experienced such games. Players who hold a critical attitude towards Web3 games mainly come from two groups: casual players who are new to the field and experienced hardcore players.

The survey also found that Web3 gamers are not very concerned about the volatility and security issues of the games. 31% of respondents stated that they "do not understand enough" about these types of games, which is the main reason hindering them from trying. Complex game mechanics, wallet setup, token purchases, and other steps are still a challenge for many.

From a demographic perspective, Web3 gamers are primarily affluent young urbanites aged 25-34, with a male ratio as high as 73%. They often come from high-income urban centers and are tech-savvy.

Compared to traditional gamers, Web3 gamers are more inclined towards hardcore gaming. They spend 22-25% more time playing games on consoles/PCs each week than the average. In terms of game genre preferences, MOBA and MMO are more popular among Web3 gamers, while puzzle and life simulation games are less favored.

Web3 gamers have more experience in the trading of digital items. Most of them have previous experience with digital item trading on traditional gaming platforms, and this experience naturally translates into their trading abilities in the cryptocurrency and NFT markets.

It is worth noting that compared to traditional gamers, Web3 gamers place more importance on competition, community, and brand, rather than just passing the time. This is particularly important for game developers, who need to formulate corresponding marketing strategies based on the different characteristics of their target audience.

Overall, the survey reveals the unique characteristics of the Web3 gaming player community. They are generally more hardcore and sophisticated than traditional players, more experienced in trading digital goods, and their motivation for gaming goes beyond mere entertainment.

However, to further popularize Web3 games, developers still need to address issues such as UI/UX, user guidance, and anti-fraud measures, as well as build a robust game economy system. Classic Web2 games like Diablo, World of Warcraft, and Runescape can provide valuable experience for the design of Web3 games.