Nathanael Liminski to Present Key Points of NRW's New Games Funding Program

Next Monday, Nathanael Liminski, North Rhine-Westphalia’s Minister of Media and Head of the State Chancellery, will meet with over 35 representatives from the state’s games industry at the 4th Games Summit. A key focus of the event will be the upcoming changes to NRW’s games funding program.

North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) stands out as Germany’s premier hub for the games industry, thanks in part to gamescom, which attracts international industry leaders to the region. But NRW’s significance goes beyond events: the state has a rich history in game development, serving as the birthplace of iconic brands like The Settlers and Gothic. This legacy has been bolstered by consistent political support for the games industry over the years.

In addition to funding, maintaining regular dialogue between policymakers and the industry has become a cornerstone of NRW’s success. This tradition will continue next Monday at the 4th Games Summit, where over 35 representatives from the region’s games scene will gather for in-depth discussions with Minister Liminski.

One highlight of the event will be the presentation of the key points of the new NRW games funding program, according to Liminski’s office. For years, the state has provided more than five million euros annually to support gaming projects in the region, a commitment that continues to strengthen the local industry.

Among the participating studios are Egosoft from Würselen, Slow Bros from Cologne, and Cyberwave from Essen, who will also showcase their latest games during the summit.

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