US Government Reportedly Concerned About Tencent's Gaming Investments According to a yet unconfirmed report in the Financial Times, there is debate within the Trump administration whether Chinese publisher Tencent should be allowed to retain its stake in Western gaming companies due to security concerns. This could play into the hands of Saudi Arabia. By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read
Kalypso Media Group CEO Dr Anika Thun and Timea Edvi, Publishing Director Kasedo Games (right) | Pictures by Kalypso/Kasedo People Kalypso Media Appoints Timea Edvi as Publishing Director for Kasedo Games Timea Edvi is moving from Square Enix to Kalypso Media, or more precisely to its publishing label Kasedo Games. In her new role as Publishing Director, she will be responsible for global publishing strategy, portfolio development and partner relations. By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read
The south entrance of gamescom | Picture: Koelnmesse, Thomas Klerx gamescom Gamescom: 15% More Exhibitors Registered During Early Bird, New 5-Day Ticket for Trade Visitors Launched Koelnmesse and game have announced promising initial figures for exhibitor registrations for Gamescom 2026. Ticket sales are also starting. Trade visitors can now purchase a 5-day ticket that includes access to gamescom dev. By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read
Ole Schaper, Co-founder of Minit Games Business How Minit Games Wants to Build a Breathing Gaming Ecosystem Ole Schaper, co-founder of Minit Games, reveals why games are losing attention, which target group the Instant Play platform aims to reach, and how Minit Games and the studios will earn money with these bite-sized games. By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read
The cofounder of Minit Games: Mark Buchholz and Ole Schaper Business Minit Games Exits Stealth Mode With $2m Pre-Seed Funding With the aim of building an instant play platform, Hamburg-based start-up Minit Games has emerged from stealth mode. Minit Games has raised $2 million from investors including LVP and Sony Innovation Fund, Stefan Klemm, Timo Soininen, and Klaas Kersting. By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read
People Stefan Kreutzer Becomes EVP at PlaySide Studios Stefan Kreutzer is now responsible for business development at PlaySide Studios as Executive Vice President. The Australian studio is currently working on Game of Thrones: War for Westeros. By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read
Sebastian Nußbaum and Sixteen Tons Entertainment CEO Jan Richter (from Left) People June's Journey Creator Sebastian Nussbaum Joins Sixteen Tons Entertainment as CCO Following an extremely successful phase, Emergency HQ developer Sixteen Tons Entertainment is bringing prominent support on board: Sebastian Nußbaum, who landed a billion-dollar hit with Wooga's June's Journey, is becoming the new Chief Creative Officer. By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read
Esports HanseMerkur Becomes Main Sponsor of CGN Esports' Valorant Team The insurance company HanseMerkur is strengthening its commitment to esports. After sponsoring the HanseMerkur Valorant Challengers DACH, HanseMerkur is now becoming the main sponsor of the league's most successful team. By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read
Business Museum of Games And Computers of The Past Era Joins EFGAMP EFGAMP, which is dedicated to preserving and promoting digital gaming culture in Europe, has gained another member in the form of the Museum of Games and Computers of the Past Era in Wrocław. By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read
Funding FFF Bayern Has a New Address FFF Bayern, the point of contact for state funding not only for film but also for games in Bavaria, has moved. By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read
Archive Picture of Level Up 2025 | Picture by Lina Jakobi & Stephan Wieser for Level Up Business Programme for Level Up in Salzburg Finalised The next Level Up will take place in Salzburg on 23 and 24 May. The organisers have now finalised the programme for the three planned stages. By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read
Picture: Pixabay/Pexels Business British Advertising Authority Mandates Disclosure of Loot Boxen in App Stores The British advertising regulators, ASA and CAP, are demanding clear labelling of offers promoting mobile games in app stores that contain loot boxes that can be purchased with real money or virtual currency. From May onwards, compliance will be monitored and enforcement measures taken. By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read
