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Iran: Video Game Console Market 2025

Video Game Console Exports

Exports from Iran

In 2022, approx. X units of video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) were exported from Iran; remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports showed significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 150%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X units. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, video game console exports shrank to $X in 2022. Overall, exports saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 198%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

South Africa (X units) was the main destination for video game console exports from Iran, with a 75% share of total exports. Moreover, video game console exports to South Africa exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Georgia (X units), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to South Africa was relatively modest.

In value terms, South Africa ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) exports from Iran, comprising 65% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Austria ($X), with a 12% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to South Africa was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Austria (+2.7% per year) and Georgia (-1.1% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average video game console export price stood at $X per unit in 2022, shrinking by -11.6% against the previous year. In general, the export price recorded a noticeable downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average export price increased by 43%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per unit in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to Georgia ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Austria (+91.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Video Game Console Imports

Imports into Iran

After two years of decline, supplies from abroad of video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) increased by 69% to X units in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a pronounced contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 481% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X units in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, video game console imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a abrupt decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when imports increased by 427% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, China (X units) was the main supplier of video game console to Iran, accounting for a 96% share of total imports. Moreover, video game console imports from China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Turkey (X units), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from China stood at +2.9%.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) to Iran, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($X), with a 3.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China stood at -4.4%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average video game console import price amounted to $X per unit, shrinking by -14.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when the average import price increased by 56% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per unit), while the price for China totaled $X per unit.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (-6.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were the United States, China and Japan, with a combined 84% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by the UK and Germany, which together accounted for a further 4.1%.

What are the largest producers of video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of video game console production was China, accounting for 87% of total volume. Moreover, video game console production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Japan, sevenfold.

What are the leading suppliers of video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) to Iran?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of video game console to Iran.

What is the average export price for video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) in Iran?

In 2021, the average video game console export price amounted to $157 per unit, shrinking by -23.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for video game consoles (not operated by means of payments) in Iran?

In 2021, the average video game console import price amounted to $629 per unit, increasing by 438% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the video game console market in Iran. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 26406050 - Video game consoles (not operated by means of payments)

Country coverage:

Iran

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Iran
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024