One-third of German gamers create content for games. The translation can be found further down the page. © game – Verband der deutschen Games-Branche Business One-Third of German Gamers Create Content for Games One-third of gamers in Germany have created game content themselves at least once, according to a survey by game. The motivations behind creating user-generated content include expressing creativity, enhancing the gaming experience and developing programming skills. By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
Ikai Zero Gründer Harshitth Manickaratnam (links) und Jonas Selzer (rechts), aufgenommen in: The Ramen Hamburg © Ikigai Pictures Business Anime and Manga Agency Ikai Zero Launches Jonas Selzer and Harshitth Manickaratnam founded Ikai Zero, a cultural studio combining brand strategy, creative arts and community building, specialising exclusively in anime and manga. Also on board are: Toan Nguyen, founder of Jung von Matt Nerd, and Hendrik Ruhe, CEO of Eintracht Spandau. By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
AG French Direct 2026 © AG French / ActuGaming Products AG French Direct 2026 With 41 Games The 2026 edition of AG French Direct, organised by ActuGaming and hosted by Salomé Lagresle, took place on 27 May. The showcase featured video games developed by French and French-speaking studios. By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
Lost Legions © Tarock Interactive Funding Federal Funding Goes to Tarock Interactive und Blue Backpack Two studios have received funding from the German Federal Government's Video Game Funding Programme. This time, the two Berlin-based studios Tarock Interactive and Blue Backpack are being supported. By Marcel Kleffmann • 5 min read
Opening panel during the comeback of Womenize! as an onsite event 2024 © Susanne Müller Events Topics and Speakers at Womenize! 2026 Topics to be covered at Womenize! on 3 June 2026 will include career transitions, community management, imposter syndrome, LiveOps, queerness in gaming, voice acting and indie game launches. By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
Xsolla expands its community management tools © Xsolla Products Xsolla Expands Its Community Management Tools Xsolla has announced three simultaneous expansions to its community management tools and products for creators, community leaders and distinct channels for emerging markets By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
Nitro Gen Omega © Destinybit Products Nitro Gen Omega A tactical role-playing game featuring mech battles animated in the style of 2000s anime and created in Italy? That's Nitro Genesis Omega from Destinybit, which really stands out thanks to its combat system. By Marcel Kleffmann • 4 min read
Road to Esports Nations Cup 2026 © Esports Foundation Esports Road to Esports Nations Cup 2026 The road to the first Esports Nations Cup in 2026 is approaching several major milestones, including roster announcements, ranking cutoffs and online qualifiers. These provide multiple pathways to representation at the ENC. By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
Forza Horizon 6 © Xbox Game Studios Business G+ Weekly Steam Charts: Forza Overtakes the Competition, While Warhammer Surges This week, Forza Horizon 6 took the top spot in the Steam charts. Lego Batman, Paralives, DRG Rogue Core and 007 also made it into the top ten, while the popularity of the Warhammer games was boosted by the Warhammer Skulls event. By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read
Pioneers of Pagonia - Meadowsong © Envision Entertainment Products Pioneers of Pagonia - Meadowsong Released Today sees the release of Meadowsong, the first of three expansions for Pioneers of Pagonia from Envision Entertainment. The base game is also receiving a free expansion, introducing the Brewery. By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read
Nintendo is also showcasing the recently released Yoshi and the Mysterious Book at DoKomi. © Nintendo Events Nintendo to Attend DoKomi 2026 At the Anime and Japan Expo in Düsseldorf, Nintendo will be showcasing the latest Switch 2 games, as well as interactive experiences featuring Pictonico! and Pikmin Bloom. By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
GGJ jammer working on art © Global Game Jam Business Global Game Jam Announces Microgrant Pilot Program Global Game Jam has announced a new initiative that will connect aspiring developers with independent game studios by offering them paid micro-projects in areas such as art, audio and QA. By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
