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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Gaming in Norway

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Gaming in Norway

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Summary and key takeaways

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Gaming and target country Norway compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

  • Average click-through-rate (CTR) for Gaming in Norway over the available months is 2.90%, which is 62% above the global baseline (1.79%) for the same months.
  • High: 6.54% (Aug 2025). Low: 1.40% (Dec 2024). Range: 5.14 percentage points.
  • From first to last observed month, CTR increased by about +300% (Oct 2024 to Aug 2025), versus +14.7% for the global baseline over the same months.
  • Volatility is elevated: average absolute month-over-month change is about 41% in the selected data, compared with roughly 4% in the global baseline.
  • Seasonal pattern: softness through Q4, a rebound in January, and a pronounced lift into late summer (July–August). The global trend rises steadily from winter into late summer/early fall.

Selected trend highlights

  • Overall level: The average CTR for Gaming in Norway is 2.90%, with a median of 2.45%.
  • Highs and lows:
  • Lowest month: 1.40% in Dec 2024, following a gradual Q4 step-down (Oct 1.63% → Nov 1.56% → Dec 1.40%).
  • Highest month: 6.54% in Aug 2025, more than doubling from July (3.17%).
  • Volatility:
  • Notable swings include +74% from Dec 2024 to Jan 2025, +43% from Jan to Mar, and +106% from Jul to Aug.
  • Average absolute month-to-month change is about 41%, indicating a highly variable CTR pattern.
  • Trend direction:
  • Q4 shows CTR softening into December.
  • The series rebounds sharply in January (2.45%), climbs further by March (3.51%), consolidates mid-year (July 3.17%), and peaks in late summer (August 6.54%).

Comparison with the global baseline

  • Like-for-like months (Oct 2024, Nov, Dec, Jan 2025, Mar, Jul, Aug):
  • Selected average: 2.90% vs baseline 1.79% (+61.7% above market).
  • Baseline high/low over the same months: high 2.02% (Aug 2025), low 1.68% (Jan 2025); range 0.34 percentage points.
  • Volatility: baseline average absolute month-to-month change ~4%, indicating a much steadier global trend.
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Below market in Q4: Oct (−7%), Nov (−10%), Dec (−17%).
  • Above market from January onward: Jan (+46%), Mar (+102%), Jul (+67%), Aug (+224%).
  • Directionally, the baseline shows a smooth climb from winter to late summer, while Norway’s Gaming CTR transitions from Q4 softness to outsized strength in Q1 and especially late summer.

Seasonal patterns and stability

  • The selected data indicates lower CTR in Q4, a sharp rebound in Q1, and a late-summer peak. This contrasts with the baseline’s steadier cadence upward into summer and early fall.
  • The amplitude of swings in Norway’s Gaming CTR is substantially higher than the global trend, with a wider gap between highs and lows and larger month-to-month shifts.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Gaming and Norway 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. For campaigns targeting Norway, 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. 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.

Norway Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 17Maundy Thursday
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 20Easter Sunday
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 1Labour Day
May 17Constitution Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 8Whit Sunday
Jun 9Whit Monday
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Singles Day), December (Christmas & post‑Christmas sales), Spring holiday period (April–May travel and tourism)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC could rise during Easter and Ascension when Norwegians travel or spend time on leisure. Constitution Day (May 17) is widely celebrated—media activity may increase and ad competition could intensify. Most public holidays result in shop closures; ad inventory may shrink during holidays. Pentecost weekend may reduce weekday competition.

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.