MANILA — The Philippine gaming industry posted gross gaming revenues (GGR) of PHP396.14 billion in 2025, marking a 6.39 percent increase from PHP372.33 billion in 2024, according to the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR).

Data released Thursday showed that the electronic and online gaming segment generated PHP201.12 billion, up 30.04 percent from PHP154.66 billion the previous year.

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

“The increase in electronic gaming revenues shows how the industry has evolved. Online gaming is no longer a supplementary segment but has now become the leading driver of overall GGR growth.”

Tengco said the segment’s growth came despite a temporary slowdown in the third quarter caused by the de-linking of e-wallets, which affected player access and payment systems.

He noted that adjustments were later implemented in digital payment platforms to enhance transaction traceability, protect players, and strengthen confidence in regulated online gaming.

Meanwhile, revenues from licensed casinos fell by 9.58 percent to PHP182.50 billion, while earnings from PAGCOR-operated casinos declined by 20.9 percent to PHP12.52 billion.

“The 2025 GGR performance underscores the importance of regulatory balance as the industry evolves. Our objective is not simply to grow revenues, but to ensure that growth is sustainable, transparent, and compliant because of a stronger regulatory environment that supports the long-term stability of the gaming industry,” Tengco said.