ddc2024 networking dinner © eosAndy / Andreas Krupa Business devcom 2025: Overview of Side Events and Activities Once again, there will be numerous side events and activities taking place alongside the devcom developer conference 2025, ranging from VIP and business mixers to beer gardens and FLINTA* meetups. Devcom 2025 will kick off in less than two months (17–19 August), and as in previous years, numerous side By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition © CD Projekt Red Products Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition With Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition, CD Projekt Red is bringing a technically sophisticated open-world action RPG to the Nintendo Switch 2. This would not have been possible on the original Switch, and despite some minor compromises, the port is truly impressive. Following the rocky launch of Cyberpunk 2077 in 2020, By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read
Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition © Koei Tecmo Products Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening Complete Edition Alongside the launch of Nintendo Switch 2, Koei Tecmo Games released Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening: Complete Edition. The new mouse controls are particularly welcome. This expanded version is also available for PlayStation 5. Koei Tecmo and developer Kou Shibusawa also included Nobunaga's Ambition: Awakening: Complete Edition, which By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read
© kind of photogenic Esports Successful Results for Esports Funding in Schleswig-Holstein, State Esports League Planned The E-Sport-Verband Schleswig-Holstein (EVSH) welcomes yesterday's report on the funding and promotion of esports, which was presented in the State Parliament. The report emphasises the state's unique structure and sustained dedication to esports in Germany. Plans include launching a state esports league in the second half By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
© Riot Games Esports Riot Games Announces EMEA Women's League of Legends Competition League of Legends Game Changers: Riot Games' EMEA League of Legends Women's League will kick off in August with the LGC Rising opening tournament, marking a step forward in promoting opportunities for women in esports. Riot Games has announced League of Legends Game Changers (LGC), a new By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
Dr Fabian Mehring became Bavarian Minister of Digital Affairs on 8 November 2023 © Andreas Gebert Business Bavaria Continues its 'Level Up' Games Accelerator Following the successful launch of the 'Level Up' games accelerator, the Bavarian project to support young game developers is entering its second round. Applications for the new round are open until 30 June. The Bavarian games accelerator 'Level Up' is entering its second round. Through this By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
© Krafton Business Krafton Confirms Participation in gamescom 2025 Another important commitment: Krafton has announced that it will participate in gamescom 2025. This will be the publisher's third appearance at the event, where it will showcase three games in the consumer area. Following its appearances in 2022 and 2024, this is Krafton's third year participating By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
Popularity of Consoles Increased in Germany in 2024, but smartphones remained the leader © game, the German Games Industry Association Business Popularity of Consoles Increased in Germany in 2024, but Smartphones Remained the Leader In 2024, smartphones remained the most popular gaming platform in Germany, with 22.9 million players. Console gaming reached a new record of 20.5 million players. Meanwhile, 19 million Germans played on more than one platform. In 2024, smartphones remained the most popular gaming platform in Germany, with 22. By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
Rematch © Sloclap and Kepler Interactive Products Rematch Almost two million players took part in the open beta of Rematch last month. The action football game from Sloclap and Kepler Interactive is now available. For Kepler, this is the next major release after Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Rematch is reminiscent of Rocket League, only without the vehicles. It By Marcel Kleffmann • 4 min read
Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army © Atlus/Sega Products Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army After 19 years, Atlus/Sega has finally brought back the PS2-exclusive Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. The Soulless Army as a remastered edition, boasting a host of remarkable new features. Raidou Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army marks the return of Atlus' action role-playing game, Devil Summoner: Raidou By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read
© MFG / Ingo Juergens Business MFG Baden-Württemberg Funds Twelve Games With Around €700,000 A total of twelve games from Baden-Württemberg-based games companies and indie game studios are receiving support from MFG and the state of Baden-Württemberg in the first round of funding this year, with around €700,000 being provided. In the first funding round of 2025, MFG Baden-Württemberg is providing around €700, By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
Xbox president Sarah Bond © Microsoft Business Xbox Formed a Strategic, Multi-Year Partnership With AMD and Is Teasing a Multi-Store Approach Microsoft has announced a multi-year, strategic partnership with AMD to jointly develop silicon for a range of devices, including next-generation Xbox consoles, handheld and home devices. The Xbox experience will not be limited to a single store or device. Xbox President Sarah Bond explained this strategic, multi-year partnership with AMD By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
