Global PC Gaming Peripheral Market Worldwide Industry Analysis, Future Demand and Forecast till 2028

The PC gaming peripheral market is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% during the forecast period (2022-2028). External hardware devices used to play games in PC gaming peripherals such as keyboards, mouse, headsets, joysticks, and controllers. Casual gamers, hardcore gamers, and enthusiast gamers are all distinct types of PC gamers. Hardcore gamers spend more time on PC and are aware of the latest technology utilized in gaming peripheral devices, whereas casual players spend less time on PC. The rising use of PCs coupled with the increased internet penetration is two key drivers projected to propel the market growth during the forecast. According to the India Brand Equity Foundation (IBEF), with growing internet penetration, internet users in India are expected to increase from 445.96 million in 2017 to 829 million by 2021. As of June 2019, internet subscribers in India stood at 665.31 million.

The global PC gaming peripheral market is segmented based on the product type, technology, and distribution channel. Based on the product type, the market is sub-segmented into headsets, keyboards, joysticks, mice, gamepads, and others. Based on the technology, the market is sub-segmented into tired and wireless. Based on the distribution channel, the market is sub-segmented into online and offline. Among these segments, the wireless segment is expected to propel the growth of the market due to the increasing usage and demand for wireless PC gaming peripherals globally.

The major market players in the global PC gaming peripheral market are Alienware, Logitech Internation SA, Razer Inc., Mad Catz Global Ltd., Corsair Components Inc., Cooler Master Co., Ltd., Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG, HyperX, SteelSeries, Anker, Roccat, Reddragon, Thrustmaster, Turtle Beach Corp,. among others. The market players are also contributing significantly to the growth of the market by the adoption of various strategies including mergers and acquisitions, geographical expansion, partnerships, collaborations, and new product launches, to stay competitive in the market. For instance, in March 2020, With its XPG (Xtreme Performance Gear) branded gaming gadgets, ADATA entered the gaming peripheral market in India. A wide range of XPG products has been well received by gamers across India. The XPG product portfolio offers a consistent user experience and assists gamers in realizing their full gaming potential. The company’s focus on providing enough comfort for players aids in the development of industry-leading gaming gadgets. Since gaming became popular in India, the market for gaming accessories has seen a sharp increase in demand.

Market Coverage

• The market number available for – 2021-2028
• Base year- 2021
• Forecast period- 2022-2028
• Segment Covered-
  • By Product Type
  • By Technology
  • By Distribution Channel
• Regions Covered-
  • North America
  • Europe
  • Asia-Pacific
  • Rest of the World
• Competitive Landscape- Alienware, Logitech Internation SA, Razer Inc., Mad Catz Global Ltd., Corsair Components Inc., Cooler Master Co., Ltd., Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG, HyperX, SteelSeries, Anker, Roccat, Reddragon, Thrustmaster, Turtle Beach Corp., among others.

Key questions addressed by the report

• What is the market growth rate?
• Which segment and region dominate the market in the base year?
• Which segment and region will project the fastest growth in the market?
• How has COVID-19 impacted the market?
  • Deviation from the pre-COVID-19 forecast
  • Most affected region and segment
• Who is the leader in the market?
• How players are addressing challenges to sustain growth?
• Where is the investment opportunity?

Global PC Gaming Peripheral Market Report by Segment

By Product Type

• Headsets
• Keyboards
• Joysticks
• Mice
• Gamepads
• Others

By Technology

• Wired
• Wireless

By Distribution Channel

• Online
• Offline