The most traded gaming ETFs

Q: What are the largest gaming ETFs?

Some of the largest gaming ETFs include the VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF (ESPO) and the Global X Video Games & Esports ETF (HERO) . These ETFs focus on companies involved in video gaming, esports and related industries. They provide exposure to a diversified portfolio of gaming stocks and aim to track the performance of indexes or benchmarks specific to the gaming sector.

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Are you interested in the gaming industry or believe a gaming ETF would be a good fit for your portfolio? Investing in ETFs is an easy way to increase the diversification of your portfolio. On our platform, you will find a wide selection of gaming ETFs.

Not every gaming ETF is the same. ETFs differ from each other in several ways, such as fund size, price, risk and underlying value. For example, they may track different companies or indices. Also, some may pay dividends and others may not.

These are the most traded gaming ETFs by our clients.

ETF name	ISIN
VanEck Video Gaming and eSports UCITS ETF (Acc)	IE00BYWQWR46
Global X Video Games & Esports UCITS ETF (Acc)	IE00BLR6Q544

Based on total number of trades on the DEGIRO platform from 01.01.25-31.12.25. Only ETFs with more than 100 transactions are considered. The information on this page is intended for informational purposes only and does not provide any recommendations or financial advice. Some ETFs may (temporarily) not be available on our platform due to regulatory reasons.

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What is an ETF?

ETFs, also known as trackers, are funds that follow the performance of an index, commodity, bond or composition of products. Unlike some other funds, ETFs are bought and sold on a stock exchange. Would you like to learn more about ETFs? Read our ETF article for all you need to know.

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Gaming

The gaming industry may seem new, but you'd be surprised how long this important growth market has been developing. Ever since the video game Pong achieved its first success in 1972, this market has been on the rise. Today, gaming is one of the fastest growing entertainment industries worldwide.

The industry covers a wide range of activities from software and hardware development, to game development, publishing, and distribution. But it also includes companies active in e-sports (the organised multiplayer video game competitions) and streaming services such as Twitch.

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Why invest in gaming ETFs?

Investing in gaming ETFs means investing in an entertainment industry worth more than the film and music industries combined. The days when games were only for children are long gone. Gaming has grown into an industry with a market largely composed of (young) adults. Gaming companies are now betting on trends such as e-sports, cloud-based gaming, social gaming, virtual reality (VR) and "rogue-like" gaming (a subgenre of role-playing video games).

One of the biggest costs in the gaming industry is the development of new games and their associated technologies. This means that a huge investment is first required for new games or new versions of games. Only when the game (version) comes out does it become clear whether the success is big enough to recoup the investments, or even to make (large) profits.

With the lifting of Covid-19 restrictions, the growth of many gaming companies has begun to stagnate, but analysts also see new opportunities. Once gamers are less (often) tethered to their homes, that opens up opportunities for games on smartphones.

Gaming FAQs

How can I invest in the video gaming industry?

To invest in the video gaming industry, you can consider buying stocks of individual gaming companies or investing in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that focus on the gaming sector.

What are the main companies in the gaming industry?

Some of the main companies in the gaming industry include industry giants like Activision Blizzard, Electronic Arts, Tencent Holdings, Nintendo, Sony and Microsoft. These companies are involved in various aspects of the gaming ecosystem, including game development, publishing, hardware and online gaming services.

What are the pros and cons in investing in gaming ETFs?

Investing in gaming ETFs comes with its pros and cons. On the positive side, gaming ETFs provide diversification by investing in a basket of gaming companies, reducing the risk associated with investing in individual stocks. They offer exposure to the growing gaming industry, which has seen growth over the years.

However, some potential drawbacks include the volatility of the gaming sector, as it can be influenced by changing consumer preferences and technological advancements. Additionally, investing in gaming ETFs may not provide the same level of potential returns as investing in individual stocks of successful gaming companies.

What are the largest gaming ETFs?

Some of the largest gaming ETFs include the VanEck Video Gaming and eSports ETF (ESPO) and the Global X Video Games & Esports ETF (HERO). These ETFs focus on companies involved in video gaming, esports and related industries. They provide exposure to a diversified portfolio of gaming stocks and aim to track the performance of indexes or benchmarks specific to the gaming sector.