AUS Media & Entertainment Gaming - PPC Market Share Analysis February 2026

Leveraging Adthena’s Whole Market View, this analysis explores recent trends in Google Ads for the AUS Gaming category from the last month. Our Data Analyst, Ask Arlo provides commentary on key findings.

Gaming – AUS

Google AI Overview visibility for Media & Entertainment Gaming AUS

See how often AIOs appear and how search intent is distributed across buying signals.

AIO Frequency

How often a Google AI overview appears on search terms relevant to this category.

Frequency Percentage
Frequency 12.6549697251
87.3450302749
12%

Complex Query Frequency

A complex query is a longer, more detailed search that often contains multiple keywords, specific conditions, or multi-part questions.

Frequency Percentage
Frequency 40
60
40%

Search Intent Distribution

Breakdown of search queries by their underlying goal.

Intent Distribution
Investigational 6%
Transactional 15%
Navigational 2%
Seasonal 0%
Local 0%
Problem Solving 3%

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Market Exposure

Share of Clicks for top 10 AUS Media & Entertainment Gaming brands

Here are the Top 10 competitors in the industry by Share of Clicks for the last month.

Share of Clicks - Last month
Share of Clicks - Last month
Domain Share of clicks
amazon.com.au 27.71
bigw.com.au 21.22
crazygames.com 13.56
playstation.com 8.18
xbox.com 5.99
temu.com 5.47
gamesmen.com.au 3.68
poki.com 2.54
jbhifi.com.au 2
warthunder.com 1.33
others 8.32
  • amazon.com.au - 27.71%
  • bigw.com.au - 21.22%
  • crazygames.com - 13.56%
  • playstation.com - 8.18%
  • xbox.com - 5.99%
  • temu.com - 5.47%
  • gamesmen.com.au - 3.68%
  • poki.com - 2.54%
  • jbhifi.com.au - 2%
  • warthunder.com - 1.33%
  • others - 8.32%

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In the gaming PPC landscape, Amazon.com.au leads with 27.71% click share, followed by BigW.com.au at 21.22%. CrazyGames.com captures 13.56%, while ‘others’ collectively hold 8.32%.

Market Exposure

Share of Spend for the top 10 AUS Media & Entertainment Gaming brands

Curious about your market position? Here you can see the Top 10 competitors in the industry by Share of Spend for the last month. 

Share of Spend - Last Month
Share of Spend - Last Month
Date amazon.com.au bigw.com.au crazygames.com warthunder.com xbox.com playstation.com temu.com gamesmen.com.au g2a.com poki.com
2026/02/01 20.07% 6.77% 16.61% 1.92% 16.92% 0.03% 7.14% 0.31% 0.99% 16.83%
2026/02/02 32.02% 10.71% 0.11% 3.03% 23.7% 1.47% 10.88% 1.4% 3.31% 0%
2026/02/03 26.41% 7.68% 0.13% 3.56% 7.54% 2.51% 8.7% 3.79% 1.09% 18%
2026/02/04 31.86% 22.27% 0.12% 3.28% 5.65% 2.46% 9.14% 4.72% 2.33% 0%
2026/02/05 23.82% 18.94% 16.91% 4.04% 7.79% 2.52% 3.09% 3.64% 2.47% 0%
2026/02/06 24.96% 22.21% 4.98% 2.5% 15.75% 1.45% 6.36% 6.88% 1.08% 0%
2026/02/07 35.1% 14.81% 3.6% 2.31% 4.65% 2.02% 9.36% 5.86% 1.8% 3.67%
2026/02/08 35.49% 16.51% 8.42% 3.18% 2.96% 2.19% 7.57% 8.73% 0.99% 5.93%
2026/02/09 34.04% 18.59% 0.19% 4.59% 8.87% 2.99% 7.56% 2.73% 2.71% 0%
2026/02/10 31% 14.51% 0% 6.98% 4.84% 4.38% 3.79% 1.5% 4.02% 13.02%
2026/02/11 33.37% 16.99% 0.39% 5.12% 17.46% 4.38% 2.53% 1.65% 2.83% 0%
2026/02/12 24.24% 24.77% 8.41% 4.82% 13.09% 2.94% 5.52% 1.61% 1.37% 4.49%
2026/02/13 24.81% 22.08% 4.95% 2.48% 15.66% 1.45% 6.32% 6.84% 1.07% 0%
2026/02/14 35.1% 14.81% 3.6% 2.31% 4.65% 2.02% 9.36% 5.86% 1.8% 3.67%
2026/02/15 35.49% 16.51% 8.41% 3.18% 2.96% 2.19% 7.57% 8.73% 0.99% 5.93%
2026/02/16 34.03% 18.59% 0.19% 4.59% 8.87% 2.99% 7.56% 2.73% 2.71% 0%
2026/02/17 40.7% 11.09% 0% 6.07% 6.72% 5.12% 7.36% 0.34% 2.24% 0.75%
2026/02/18 33.83% 16.57% 0.43% 5.88% 4.49% 4.43% 11.61% 0.37% 1.31% 0.73%
2026/02/19 39.81% 24.18% 0% 4.19% 6.69% 2.98% 4.02% 5.92% 1.39% 0%
2026/02/20 26.13% 23.05% 14.68% 3.15% 5.06% 3.75% 3.48% 2.1% 1.29% 0%
2026/02/21 33.51% 11.79% 0.31% 9.66% 16.44% 6.99% 2.3% 0.55% 1.87% 0%
2026/02/22 42.88% 8.7% 0.37% 11.46% 13.31% 5.98% 0.96% 0.23% 1.75% 0%
2026/02/23 29.28% 7.71% 9.44% 7.68% 26.9% 4.59% 0.51% 0.4% 0.7% 0.01%
2026/02/24 33.21% 29.72% 0.33% 5.02% 3.64% 3.44% 0.32% 0.29% 0.43% 0.47%
2026/02/25 28.69% 9.68% 13.94% 3.84% 4.3% 3.56% 0.85% 0.33% 0.84% 9.87%
2026/02/26 32.61% 13.46% 9.98% 11.44% 7.24% 4.69% 5.03% 0.37% 1.59% 0%
2026/02/27 39.34% 21.39% 8.73% 8.75% 5.58% 4.23% 0.54% 0.28% 0.93% 0%
2026/02/28 35.2% 22.88% 11.73% 6.61% 4.43% 4.32% 3.31% 0.77% 0.64% 0%
  • amazon.com.au
  • bigw.com.au
  • crazygames.com
  • warthunder.com
  • xbox.com
  • playstation.com
  • temu.com
  • gamesmen.com.au
  • g2a.com
  • poki.com

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Amazon.com.au dominated February with fluctuating spend, peaking at 42.88% on the 22nd. BigW.com.au saw a significant rise mid-month, while CrazyGames.com had sporadic spikes. Xbox.com and PlayStation.com maintained steady growth, ending the month strong.

Market Exposure

Competitor Count for AUS Media & Entertainment Gaming

Ever wondered how many competitors you’re up against in your industry? Well look no further, here we can see the number of advertisers bidding over the last month. 

Competitor Count - Last month
Competitor Count - Last month
Date Competitor Count
2026/02/01 89
2026/02/02 106
2026/02/03 91
2026/02/04 109
2026/02/05 99
2026/02/06 105
2026/02/07 108
2026/02/08 103
2026/02/09 107
2026/02/10 98
2026/02/11 103
2026/02/12 99
2026/02/13 105
2026/02/14 108
2026/02/15 103
2026/02/16 107
2026/02/17 87
2026/02/18 86
2026/02/19 91
2026/02/20 90
2026/02/21 89
2026/02/22 78
2026/02/23 84
2026/02/24 86
2026/02/25 86
2026/02/26 80
2026/02/27 74
2026/02/28 83

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February began with 89 advertisers, peaking at 109 on the 4th. Mid-month saw fluctuations, stabilizing around 103. The month concluded with a decline, ending at 83.

Campaign Efficiency

Market Loss & Market Gains for AUS Media & Entertainment Gaming

Here we’re looking at the Top 10 biggest industry movers by market share gains and losses for the last 30 days.

Market Loss & Market Gains - Last month
Market Loss & Market Gains - Last month
Name Market Trend
playstation.com 5.17%
crazygames.com 3.36%
xbox.com 1.31%
warthunder.com 0.78%
amazon.com.au 0.57%
poki.com -1.3%
gamesworld.com.au -1.53%
gamesmen.com.au -1.81%
temu.com -2.84%
bigw.com.au -2.86%

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PlayStation.com surged with a 5.17% click share increase, while CrazyGames.com rose by 3.36%. Conversely, BigW.com.au and Temu.com saw declines of 2.86% and 2.84%, respectively.

Campaign Efficiency

AUS Media & Entertainment Gaming Share of Impressions

Take a look at the Top 10 competitors in the industry by Share of Impressions over the last month.

Date bigw.com.au amazon.com.au crazygames.com playstation.com temu.com jbhifi.com.au xbox.com g2a.com gamesmen.com.au poki.com
2026/02/01 11.63% 25.97% 16.09% 0.04% 10.54% 2.15% 8.88% 2.55% 0.59% 10.07%
2026/02/02 22.78% 36.16% 0.13% 1.02% 9.43% 0.7% 4.48% 3.91% 4.35% 0%
2026/02/03 10.92% 28.18% 0.23% 2.82% 11.06% 1.52% 3.18% 1.91% 5.08% 18.96%
2026/02/04 28.69% 34.2% 0.13% 1.6% 6.75% 1.33% 1.44% 2.83% 4% 0%
2026/02/05 22.84% 25.48% 18.87% 3.07% 3.61% 2.52% 2.13% 3.16% 4.26% 0%
2026/02/06 28.63% 27.88% 5.69% 1.74% 8.18% 2.31% 4.5% 1.8% 8.49% 0%
2026/02/07 26.94% 34.51% 2.66% 1.5% 7.64% 4.41% 1.22% 2.11% 4.35% 2.43%
2026/02/08 15.87% 41.43% 5.97% 1.63% 6.18% 0.73% 0.76% 1.52% 6.34% 3.91%
2026/02/09 33.7% 28.8% 0.16% 2.36% 5.99% 4.95% 2.13% 2.49% 9.44% 0%
2026/02/10 44.21% 22.09% 0% 3.74% 3.08% 1.62% 1.57% 3.03% 1.19% 9.61%
2026/02/11 39.91% 30.95% 0.51% 4.37% 2.4% 1.12% 4.36% 2.62% 1.94% 0%
2026/02/12 30.71% 23.57% 9.25% 3.54% 7.17% 1.32% 4.1% 2.16% 1.94% 4.63%
2026/02/13 28.63% 27.88% 5.69% 1.74% 8.18% 2.31% 4.5% 1.8% 8.49% 0%
2026/02/14 26.94% 34.51% 2.66% 1.5% 7.64% 4.41% 1.22% 2.11% 4.35% 2.43%
2026/02/15 15.87% 41.43% 5.97% 1.63% 6.18% 0.73% 0.76% 1.52% 6.34% 3.91%
2026/02/16 33.7% 28.8% 0.16% 2.36% 5.99% 4.95% 2.13% 2.49% 9.44% 0%
2026/02/17 36.77% 34.93% 0% 4.78% 6.03% 0.56% 2% 2.05% 0.25% 0.39%
2026/02/18 32% 29.65% 0.53% 4.71% 13.74% 1.4% 2.13% 2.16% 0.5% 0.53%
2026/02/19 34.29% 39.35% 0% 2.29% 2.91% 1.07% 1.95% 1.59% 8.91% 0%
2026/02/20 39.06% 23.06% 9.78% 2.76% 2.49% 7.33% 1.69% 1.34% 1.65% 0%
2026/02/21 32.64% 29.27% 0.2% 3.68% 1.26% 9.68% 2.54% 1.21% 0.4% 0%
2026/02/22 32.87% 40.9% 0.56% 6.5% 0.78% 1.02% 5.03% 1.82% 0.31% 0%
2026/02/23 11.5% 31.84% 14.76% 7.02% 0.69% 2.03% 9.86% 1.96% 0.62% 0.01%
2026/02/24 39.47% 26.82% 0.51% 4.04% 0.43% 0.94% 2.09% 0.71% 11.95% 0.32%
2026/02/25 22.62% 23.25% 16.04% 4.04% 1.08% 0.6% 1.99% 1.12% 0.58% 10.45%
2026/02/26 24.79% 29.29% 11.48% 5.79% 6.13% 1.53% 3.27% 3.23% 0.39% 0%
2026/02/27 32.89% 33.68% 10.25% 5.02% 0.59% 0.73% 2.8% 1.89% 0.38% 0%
2026/02/28 32.1% 28.41% 11.82% 4.77% 3.25% 3.14% 1.73% 1.58% 1.21% 0%
  • bigw.com.au
  • amazon.com.au
  • crazygames.com
  • playstation.com
  • temu.com
  • jbhifi.com.au
  • xbox.com
  • g2a.com
  • gamesmen.com.au
  • poki.com

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In February 2026, bigw.com.au saw a rollercoaster of impression shares, peaking at 44.21% on the 10th. Amazon.com.au maintained a steady presence, with a high of 41.43% on the 8th and 15th. Crazygames.com fluctuated, ending with 11.82% on the 28th. Poki.com had a notable spike on the 3rd at 18.96%. Playstation.com gradually increased, reaching 7.02% on the 23rd. Temu.com experienced a decline, closing at 3.25% on the 28th. Jbhifi.com.au had a surge on the 21st at 9.68%. Xbox.com saw a peak on the 23rd at 9.86%. G2a.com remained stable, while gamesmen.com.au had a significant jump on the 24th at 11.95%.

Campaign Efficiency

Google Text Ad Copy Insights & Creative Trends for AUS Media & Entertainment Gaming

Ever wondered how your rivals’ ads are doing? Here we can see the top-performing ads in the industry over the last month.

Google Text Ad Copy Insights & Creative Trends for AUS Media & Entertainment Gaming - Last month
  1. 1
    Nintendo Switch At BIG W | Shop Nintendo Switch at BIG W https://www.bigw.com.au

    Find Nintendo Switch Products at BIG W. Shop Now for Free Metro Delivery over $59* Free Pickup In Stores Or Free Metro Delivery Over $59*. How...

  2. 2
    Smashing Prices At JB Hi-Fi https://www.jbhifi.com.au

    Get A Crackin' Deal Today — You Won't Want To Miss These Incredible Deals! Biggest Brands At The Best Prices At JB. Check Out These Amazing Deals On The Biggest Brands...

  3. 3
    New LEGO® Pokémon™ Sets https://www.lego.com

    LEGO® Pokémon™ Is Here — Feel like the real-life Pokémon™ trainer you always wanted to be with LEGO® Pokémon™ sets. Enjoy nostalgic Pokémon™ memories with the LEGO® Pokémon™ sets. Pre-order now at...

  4. 4
    PlayStation®Plus https://www.playstation.com

    Join PlayStation®Plus Today — Experience exclusive benefits like game trials and cloud streaming. Terms Apply. Access the Game...

  5. 5
    Play Minecraft | with Xbox Game Pass Premium https://www.xbox.com

    Play Minecraft and Over 200+ Games with Xbox Game Pass Premium. Over 200+ Games on Xbox Console, PC, and Supported Devices with Xbox Game Pass Premium. Types: Xbox, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, Windows 10, Windows 11.

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In the competitive world of Google PPC, top performers like BIG W, JB Hi-Fi, LEGO, PlayStation, and Xbox captivate audiences with enticing offers. BIG W highlights free delivery, JB Hi-Fi boasts unbeatable prices, LEGO taps into nostalgia, PlayStation offers exclusive benefits, and Xbox promotes extensive game access.

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