Core Insights - The report focuses on the online variety show industry in China, analyzing user scale, content innovation, and marketing trends for 2024-2025, aiming to provide decision-making references for platforms and brands [1] User Scale of Online Video - The overall user base has reached 1 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 3.4%, indicating a significant recovery in the industry [2] User Trends in Online Variety Channels - The variety show market remains stable with active monthly device counts between 500-600 million, peaking in June and October 2024 due to seasonal factors [6] User Demographics of Variety Channels - The primary audience for variety channels consists of young people, particularly those aged 18-24, with a TGI index of 122, and a higher preference among female viewers [7] Content Creation Market Performance - There is a growth in new variety shows and sequels, with 20 new shows launched in 2024, reflecting a stable content innovation capability [11] Performance of Different Content Types - The outdoor experience category continues to grow, while comedy shows have seen a 143% increase in viewership compared to 2023, indicating a shift in audience preferences [13] Reality Game Show Performance - In 2024, six reality game shows were produced, with Youku leading in both quantity and viewership, capturing 35.5% of the market share [16] New Variety Show Overview - The new variety shows in 2024 showcase diverse themes, with Q2 and Q3 being peak periods for premieres [18] Key Highlights of Reality Game Shows - Reality game shows redefine the genre by offering immersive experiences that engage viewers with real-world issues [20] Key Highlights of Comedy Variety Shows - Comedy shows prioritize emotional value and address social issues through light-hearted expressions, with Tencent and iQIYI leading the charge [25] Innovation in Content Creation - The industry is transitioning from traffic competition to a focus on high-quality IP development, with a notable increase in the success rate of new IPs [30] Brand Sponsorship Trends - The number of brands sponsoring variety shows has slightly decreased, but the average number of sponsors for top new shows has increased from 3.3 to 3.9 [40] Industry Distribution of Sponsorship Brands - Fast-moving consumer goods account for 62.4% of sponsorship frequency, indicating their dominant role in the variety show sponsorship market [45] Marketing Budget Changes - Overall marketing budgets are tightening, with variations across industries; the internet services sector maintains a higher budget level [50] Evaluation of Sponsorship Effectiveness - The evaluation of sponsorship effectiveness has developed a dual verification system, focusing on both basic traffic and business conversion metrics [57] Ecological Marketing Strategies - The report outlines a shift towards ecological marketing, integrating brand, content, and ecosystem for enhanced value realization [59] Innovative Marketing Strategies - Brands are increasingly co-creating with variety shows to enhance their image and engage younger audiences [62][65]

Core Insights - The report focuses on the online variety show industry in China, analyzing user scale, content innovation, and marketing trends for 2024-2025, aiming to provide decision-making references for platforms and brands to transition from traffic competition to quality and sustainability [1] User Scale of Online Video - The overall user base has reached 1 billion, with a year-on-year growth of 3.4%, indicating a significant recovery in the industry [2] - Monthly active devices in the online video sector showed a notable increase, particularly in Q2 and Q4 of 2024, with an average year-on-year growth rate of 3.4% [2] Variety Show User Trends - The user market for variety shows remains stable at 500-600 million, with peaks in June and October 2024 due to popular programming and seasonal demand [6] User Demographics - The primary audience for variety channels consists of young people, particularly those aged 18-24, with a TGI index of 122, and a higher preference among female viewers (TGI=111) [7] Content Creation Market Performance - There is a growth in new variety shows and sequels, with 20 new shows launched in 2024, an increase from 19 in 2023, and a significant improvement in viewership [11] - The existing variety IPs are gaining market recognition, with 32 sequels produced in 2024, up from 29 in 2023 [11] Content Type Performance - The outdoor experience category remains the highest in market share, with continued growth in quantity and viewership in 2024 [13] - Comedy variety shows have seen a resurgence, with a 143% increase in viewership compared to 2023, becoming the second-largest contributor to viewership [13] Reality Game Show Performance - In 2024, six reality game shows were produced, with Youku leading in both quantity and viewership, contributing 35.5% of the total viewership in this category [16] New Variety Show Overview - The new variety shows in 2024 exhibit diverse themes, with Q2 and Q3 being peak periods for premieres [18] Reality Game Show Highlights - Reality game shows redefine the genre by offering immersive experiences that engage viewers with real-world issues [20] Comedy Variety Show Highlights - The comedy genre is characterized by a dual-leader competition, with Tencent and iQIYI launching multiple shows that leverage both online and offline traffic [25] Content Innovation Trends - The industry is witnessing a rise in content innovation driven by precise positioning and technological advancements, enhancing the success rate of IP incubation [30] - The integration of film and variety shows is becoming a significant trend, with over 75% of viewers having watched derivative shows from popular films and variety programs [32] Sponsorship Trends - The number of sponsorship brands for variety shows has slightly decreased, but the number of brands sponsoring new shows has increased, with the average number of sponsors for the top 10 new shows rising from 3.3 to 3.9 [40] - Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) account for 62.4% of sponsorship frequency, indicating their dominant role in the variety sponsorship market [45] Marketing Budget Changes - Overall marketing budgets are tightening, with a projected decrease of 7-10% for 2025, varying significantly across industries [50] Sponsorship Effectiveness - The effectiveness of sponsorship is evaluated through a dual verification system, focusing on both basic traffic metrics and specific business conversion indicators [57] Ecological Marketing - The evolution of content monetization has transitioned through four main stages, culminating in ecological marketing that integrates brand, content, and ecosystem for mutual benefit [59] Innovative Marketing Strategies - Brands are increasingly co-creating with variety shows to enhance their image and engage younger audiences [62] - KOL strategies leverage high-traffic IPs to achieve synergistic marketing outcomes [65] - Combination strategies are becoming common, allowing brands to maintain high visibility across multiple shows [68]