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2) Multiplayer Online Battle Arenas (MOBAs)
Gaming trends come like waves, crashing upon the shore until the next disruption arrives. MOBA titans like League of Legends and DOTA 2 have stood the test of time. In recent years, the popularity of MOBAs has receded. But the availability and high-skill caps kept a core base of gaming faithful around the genre, and it remains among the most played gaming genres.
As a result of high audience counts on Twitch and YouTube will likely see the lifespan maintain its current standing. But without further developer backing and popular competition, MOBAs may be on the wane until an innovative competitor arrives.
Estimated Monthly Players: 201 Million
Top 5 Most Played MOBAs, Ranked By Active Players:
- League of Legends – Est. 100 Million
- Arena of Valor – Est. 80 Million
- DOTA 2 – Est. 11 Million
- Heroes of the Storm – Est. 7 Million
- SMITE – Est. 3 Million
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