In 2023, there were 1,841 professional eSports players active in China. South Korea, often referred to as the birthplace of eSports, had 1,078 pro gamers that year. With the exception of Macao and Monogolia, all markets in East Asia experienced a decrease in the number of eSports professionals compared to 2022.
Number of professional players active in eSports tournaments in East Asia from 2015 to 2023, by country or territory
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China
South Korea
Japan
Taiwan
Hong Kong
Mongolia
Macao
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