Jakarta. Indonesia has emerged as the frontrunner in the regional online and mobile gaming industry, anticipating increased revenue and job opportunities within the sector.

In a recent report from the online game store app Steam, Indonesian developers have outpaced their counterparts by releasing or developing an impressive 256 games this month. Thailand follows at a considerable distance with 158 games, while Singapore and the Philippines stand at 134 and 92 games, respectively.

Tourism and Creative Economy Minister Sandiaga Uno expressed confidence in the Indonesian game industry, urging local developers to pursue their best. 

"Let’s maintain optimism and bring pride to the Indonesian game industry," Sandiaga shared on Instagram.

Data from the minister's office reveals that the online app and game sector significantly contributed Rp 31.25 trillion ($2 billion) to the gross domestic product and generated over 140,000 jobs in 2021.

Indonesia solidifies its position as one of the world's major online game users, with a staggering 3.45 billion downloads of online games recorded as of 2022. Reedser Analysis data indicates that over 70 percent of the Indonesian population was exposed to online games last year, showcasing the widespread influence of the gaming culture.

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