The Philippine gaming industry generated ₱396.14 billion in gross gaming revenues (GGR) in 2025, up 6.39 percent from ₱372.33 billion in 2024, driven by strong growth in online and electronic gaming.

Data from Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation showed that the electronic and online gaming segment—including e-bingo, e-games, bingo grantees, and poker—recorded ₱201.12 billion in revenues, a 30.04 percent increase from ₱154.66 billion the previous year.

“The e-games and online gaming segment accounted for 50.77 percent of total industry GGR,” said Alejandro H. Tengco. “It has overtaken licensed casinos as the largest GGR contributor.”

Revenues from licensed casinos declined by 9.58 percent to ₱182.50 billion from ₱201.84 billion in 2024.

PAGCOR-operated casinos also posted a drop in earnings, generating ₱12.52 billion, down 20.95 percent year-on-year.

Tengco said the 2025 figures reflect the growing role of digital platforms in the gaming sector.

“Online gaming is no longer a supplementary segment but has now become the leading driver of overall GGR growth,” he said.

He noted that growth in electronic gaming persisted despite a temporary slowdown in the third quarter of 2025 following the de-linking of e-wallets, which affected player access and payment channels.

According to Tengco, the adjustments were aimed at improving transaction traceability, enhancing player protection, and strengthening confidence in regulated online gaming.

“The 2025 GGR performance underscores the importance of regulatory balance as the industry evolves,” he said.