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5G and Mobile Gaming in Indonesia: Digital Acceleration and Governance in Emerging Urban Markets

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  • Robby Yandy

    (Hasanuddin University)

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The rapid deployment of 5G technology is reshaping the digital landscape, with mobile gaming emerging as a prime beneficiary due to its sensitivity to speed, latency, and real-time interactivity. This study examines the implementation of 5G in Makassar, Indonesia, focusing on user experiences, industry opportunities, and structural challenges. A mixed-methods approach was adopted, combining survey data from 146 mobile gamers with qualitative interviews from eight key industry stakeholders. Findings indicate that 5G networks significantly enhance gameplay quality through reduced latency, improved download speeds, and greater stability. These technological advancements correlate with increased immersion, monetisation activity, and participation in mobile eSports ecosystems. However, infrastructural limitations, device affordability, and cybersecurity awareness remain pressing barriers to inclusive adoption. The study also employs the Technology-Organisation-Environment (TOE) framework to analyse behavioural shifts and strategic implications for digital transformation. A SWOT analysis reveals both the transformative potential and systemic constraints of 5G in a developing urban context. These results underscore the critical need for integrated policy, infrastructure investment, and public education to fully leverage 5G’s capabilities in the gaming sector.

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  • Robby Yandy, 2026. "5G and Mobile Gaming in Indonesia: Digital Acceleration and Governance in Emerging Urban Markets," Advances in Economics, Business and Management Research,, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:advbcp:978-94-6239-709-5_2
    DOI: 10.2991/978-94-6239-709-5_2
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