Despite the restriction imposed by the state regulator on gambling venues, operators are still confident that the Philippine eGames industry will remain robust in the coming years.

PhilWeb Corp. CEO Dennis Valdes told delegates at the ASEAN Gaming Summit 2018 that the growth of domestic eGames sector lies not in the number of gambling venues but rather the size of the gambling facilities.

At present, Valdes estimated that there are currently about 300 eBingo sites and some 200 eGames cafes across the country.

Valdes pointed out that one of the conditions set by the state regulator for eGame café operators is that the gambling facilities should be located in the districts where gambling is allowed and definitely not near the churches and schools.