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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Gaming

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Gaming

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: Gaming, All countries available

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Gaming and target country All countries available compared to the global trend. All insights come from a monthly median time series and are based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Key takeaways

  • The Gaming CTR is consistently below the global baseline: average 1.07% vs. 1.81% (about 41% lower).
  • Clear seasonality: a Q4 spike (peak in November) followed by a steady slide into summer, with a rebound in September.
  • Volatility is higher for Gaming (average month-to-month swing of 0.15 percentage points, ~14% of its mean) than for the global trend (0.05 pp, ~3% of its mean).
  • From October to September, Gaming CTR fell 32%, while the global baseline rose 20%.
  • Gaming’s peak (1.57% in November) remained below the global low (1.67% in February), signaling sustained below-market performance.

Gaming CTR trend (All countries available)

  • Period average: 1.07%.
  • High/low: 1.57% (Nov 2024) and 0.64% (Aug 2025).
  • First-to-last change: 1.27% (Oct 2024) to 0.86% (Sep 2025), a 32% decline.
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change of 0.15 percentage points.
  • Notable movements:
  • Surge into peak: +0.30 pp in November (holiday uplift), followed by a sharp -0.25 pp correction in December.
  • Spring drop: -0.27 pp in April, then a sustained slide through August to the yearly low.
  • Late rebound: +0.22 pp in September.
  • Seasonal pattern:
  • Q4 (Oct–Dec) average: 1.38% with a clear November peak.
  • H1 2025 average: 1.08%, modest and declining.
  • Q3 2025 average: 0.73%, the softest quarter, typical as engagement wanes in mid–late summer before autumn campaigns re-accelerate.

Global baseline comparison

  • Period average: 1.81% (peak 2.12% in Sep 2025; low 1.67% in Feb 2025).
  • First-to-last change: +20% (1.76% in Oct 2024 to 2.12% in Sep 2025).
  • Volatility: 0.05 pp average month-to-month movement, indicating steadier engagement than Gaming.
  • Seasonal pattern:
  • Slight easing through late Q4/early Q1, then a steady climb from March, reaching new highs into late summer and September.

Relative positioning vs. market

  • Overall: Gaming CTR is below market throughout the period.
  • By season:
  • Q4: 1.38% (Gaming) vs. 1.73% (global), around 20% below.
  • H1: 1.08% vs. 1.74%, about 38% below.
  • Q3: 0.73% vs. 2.01%, roughly 64% below, marking the widest gap.
  • Stability: Gaming shows higher volatility and a pronounced downtrend post-Q4, whereas the global trend is steadier and rising from spring into early fall.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Gaming and All countries available helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Click-Through Rate (CTR) is the percentage of impressions that resulted in a click on the Facebook ad. In the Gaming industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. Geographic targeting affects ad costs based on market competition and user engagement in different regions. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. 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. 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.

What is CTR and why does it matter for Facebook ads?

CTR (Click-Through Rate) is the percentage of people who click your ad after seeing it. It's calculated by dividing total clicks by total impressions, then multiplying by 100. A high CTR indicates your ad resonates with your audience and helps improve your relevance score, which can lower your overall costs.

What's the average CTR for Facebook ads in 2025?

The average Facebook ad CTR across industries sits around 0.90-1.10%. But there's significant variation. Your specific industry, audience targeting, and campaign objectives should determine your benchmark.

Why is my Facebook ad CTR consistently low?

Low CTR usually stems from poor audience targeting, weak creative, or a disconnect between your ad content and audience needs. Your ad might simply not be standingo out enough. Check if your visuals grab attention, your copy addresses clear pain points, and your audience targeting aligns with people genuinely interested in your offer.

Is CTR still a reliable metric for ad performance in 2025?

Yes—but only in context. High CTR is a signal that your creative works, but it doesn't guarantee conversions. Use it alongside other metrics like conversion rate to get the full picture.