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Facebook Ads Cost Per Purchase Benchmarks for Gaming in New Zealand

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Cost Per Purchase for Gaming in New Zealand

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

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Facebook Ads cost per purchase benchmarks: Gaming in New Zealand vs global

This analysis looks at cost per purchase trends for industry Gaming and target country New Zealand compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Key takeaways

  • New Zealand Gaming ran well above market overall: average cost per purchase was 149.75, roughly 3.0x (+197%) the global baseline average of 50.49 for the same months.
  • Volatility was extreme in New Zealand (average month-to-month swing ~315%), versus a very steady global baseline (~3%).
  • Seasonality: the global trend ticked up in December and eased through mid-year. New Zealand deviated, hitting a trough in December 2024 and spiking in January 2025, then remaining elevated through Q2–Q3.
  • First-to-last observed month change: New Zealand rose +1,122% (Dec 2024 to Jul 2025), while the baseline declined -10%.

Selected data highlights (Gaming, New Zealand)

  • Period covered: Dec 2024 to Jul 2025 (no data for Mar 2025).
  • Average: 149.75
  • High: 285.49 (Jun 2025)
  • Low: 16.70 (Dec 2024)
  • Range: 268.80
  • First-to-last change: +1,122% (16.70 in Dec 2024 to 204.10 in Jul 2025)
  • Notable movements:
  • December 2024 trough at 16.70.
  • January 2025 surge to 255.72 (+1,431% vs Dec).
  • February 2025 correction to 33.90 (-87% vs Jan).
  • Gradual climb in Q2: 106.20 (Apr), 146.11 (May).
  • New peak in June at 285.49 (+95% vs May), followed by a July cool-off to 204.10 (-28% vs Jun).
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change ≈ 315%, dominated by the December-to-January spike and subsequent swings.

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Baseline average for the same months: 50.49 (Dec 2024–Jul 2025).
  • Baseline highs and lows over the same window:
  • High: 53.89 (Feb 2025)
  • Low: 46.21 (Jul 2025)
  • Baseline trend: modest rise into early Q1 (Dec–Feb), then steady easing through mid-year. Later months in the broader baseline continue to soften (Aug 45.69, Sep 32.29).
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Below market: Dec 2024 (-68% vs baseline), Feb 2025 (-37%).
  • Above market: Apr (+106%), May (+187%), Jun (+508%), Jul (+342%), and Jan (+389%).
  • Overall, New Zealand was above market in 5 of 7 observed months.
  • Volatility comparison:
  • New Zealand Gaming: highly volatile with large spikes/dips.
  • Global baseline: stable, with month-to-month changes mostly between 1% and 8%.

Seasonality and pattern notes

  • Global costs typically increase in Q4 around holiday periods and ease into mid-year; the baseline reflects this with a December lift and gradual softening afterward.
  • New Zealand Gaming diverged: exceptionally low in December 2024, then a sharp January 2025 spike and sustained elevation through Q2–Q3, culminating in a June peak before easing in July.

Understanding cost per purchase benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Gaming and New Zealand helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Facebook advertising costs vary based on many factors including industry, target audience, ad placement, and campaign objectives. In the Gaming industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting New Zealand, advertisers should consider local market factors and user behavior. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. The data shown represents median values across multiple campaigns, and individual results may vary based on ad quality, audience targeting, and campaign optimization.

Why we use median instead of average

We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations.

Key Factors Affecting Facebook Ad Costs

  • Competition within your selected industry and audience demographics
  • Ad quality and relevance score – higher quality ads can lower costs
  • Campaign objective and bid strategy
  • Timing and seasonality – costs often increase during holiday periods
  • Ad placement (News Feed, Instagram, Audience Network, etc.)

Note: This data represents industry median values and benchmarks. Your actual costs may vary based on specific targeting, ad creative quality, and campaign optimization.

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The data behind the benchmarks

All data is sourced from over $3B in Facebook ad spend, collected across thousands of ad accounts that use Superads daily to analyze and improve their campaigns. Every data point is fully anonymized and aggregated—no individual advertiser is ever exposed.

This dataset updates frequently as new ad data flows in. It will only get bigger and better.

New Zealand Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Jan 2Day after New Year's Day
Feb 6Waitangi Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday
Apr 25ANZAC Day
Jun 2King's Birthday
Jun 20Matariki
Oct 27Labour Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November–early December (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), Christmas season (Boxing Day sales), Mid‑year promotions (Matariki in June), Back-to-school (late January/early February)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise around Waitangi Day and ANZAC Day as public events increase media consumption. Matariki is new public holiday with growing awareness—advertising may see elevated competition. Late November–December Black Friday/Cyber Monday could drive ad costs significantly. Regional anniversary holidays may cause local inventory shifts.

What's a healthy cost per purchase for ecommerce brands?

It depends on your product price and margins. Most brands aim for $10 to $50. For higher-ticket products, a higher CPA may be acceptable as long as you're maintaining a strong return on ad spend.

How does product price impact CPA benchmarks?

Higher-priced products typically have a higher CPA because people take longer to convert. That's not necessarily a problem if your margin can support it. You should measure CPA in context with AOV and LTV.

Why are my purchase costs going up despite stable ROAS?

Your AOV may be increasing, which helps maintain ROAS even if CPA rises. You could also be facing higher CPMs, lower conversion rates, or creative fatigue.

Should I use manual bidding to control CPA more effectively?

Manual bidding can help if you're struggling to stay within target CPA. It's best used by experienced advertisers who can monitor performance and adjust regularly. It gives more control, but also requires more effort.

How do I scale spend without letting CPA skyrocket?

Increase budget gradually, rotate creative often, and avoid overlapping audiences. Scaling too quickly can lead to audience saturation and rising CPAs.