Bettors are increasingly targeting individual player outcomes and in-game markets, with Counter-Strike 2 leading rapid growth in player and utility markets—surging as high as 80% during major tournaments and signaling a shift toward analyzing finer gameplay details.

Average bets are rising, with League of Legends Worlds posting the highest average stake at €77 (a 166% year‑over‑year increase), while major titles like VALORANT Champions (€47) and The International in Dota 2 (€28) also show gains.

Teams are becoming the primary draw for bettors, with engagement strengthening around popular organizations even outside top tournaments, echoing loyalty patterns seen in traditional sports.

Live betting remains dominant, accounting for roughly 70–85% of bets across covered titles due to the dynamic nature of matches and appeal to a broader bettor base.

Esports betting continued to grow in 2025, delivering double-digit increases in both betting volume and bet counts across major titles as bettor behavior shifted beyond simple match outcomes.

Regional and domestic leagues are sustaining engagement year‑round, reducing dependence on a few international events and giving esports betting a more continuous, traditional-sports‑like rhythm.

The esports betting market is entering a steadier phase, marked by stronger engagement, deeper markets, and growing team-based followings, as it cements its status as a legitimate sportsbook category.