respondents played consumer games (console or PC games) or smartphone games at least once per month and were aware of eSports; multiple answers possible*
Method of interview
Online survey
Supplementary notes
*Respondents were able to freely mention up to five titles. The source only displayed the top ten results.
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Leading game titles associated with eSports competitions among gamers in Japan 2025
In a survey conducted among gamers in Japan in 2025, *** out of 1,906 respondents associated the "Street Fighter" series with eSports competitions. This amounted to a share of around **** percent. Capcom's beat ’em up franchise was followed by "Fortnite" and "Apex Legends."
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