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Stephan Steininger

Stephan Steininger

Stephan Steininger is Director of Operations and Editor-in-Chief of GamesMarket. As part of the magazine since its inception in 2001, he knows the GSA games industry by heart.

Rocket Beans and Co-founder Simon Krätschmer Are Parting Ways — Simon Krätschmer will be playing without his former Rocket Beans teammates from now on

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Rocket Beans and Co-founder Simon Krätschmer Are Parting Ways

In a blog post titled ‘On a Personal Note’, Rocket Beans announced the departure of Simon Krätschmer, one of the five founders. There had already been indications of a possible departure last autumn, but Rocket Beans does not wish to discuss the reasons behind it publicly.

By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read

Investor Krzysztof Krawczyk Acquires Minority Stake in G2A and Chairs Advisory Board — Bartosz Skwarczek and Krzysztof Krawczyk (From Left)

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Investor Krzysztof Krawczyk Acquires Minority Stake in G2A and Chairs Advisory Board

The digital marketplace G2A has brought on board Krzysztof Krawczyk, a well-known investor, as a minority shareholder. As Chairman of the Advisory Board, Krawczyk is also set to support the company’s ambitious expansion plans.

By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read

Nacon Conncet: New Games From Daedalic and the World of Darkness Universe

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Nacon Conncet: New Games From Daedalic and the World of Darkness Universe

After a slight delay, the French publisher Nacon, which is currently in administration, held its Nacon Connect Showcase. The event featured updates as well as new games, highlighting the company’s forward-looking approach. German Publisher Daedalic was also present with a new announcement.

By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read

Electronic Arts Reports a Record Year Partly Thanks to Battlefield 6

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Electronic Arts Reports a Record Year Partly Thanks to Battlefield 6

With net bookings of over $8 billion, Electronic Arts set a new record in the financial year ending in late March. Net revenue rose, albeit at a slower pace, to $7.5 billion.

By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read

After Buyout: CCP Games Becomes Fenris Creation With Google’s Support

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After Buyout: CCP Games Becomes Fenris Creation With Google’s Support

The developer, previously known as CCP Games and responsible for the Eve IP games, will operate as Fenris Creations from now on. This follows a buyout of Pearl Abyss, financed in partnership with other investors. Fenris is also collaborating with Google, which is acquiring a minority stake.

By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read

SAE Institute Aims to Continue Setting the “Gold Standard” for Training in Media Professions — Chris Müller, Managing Director of the SAE Institute in the DACH region and the Netherlands | Picture SAE Institute

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SAE Institute Aims to Continue Setting the “Gold Standard” for Training in Media Professions

The SAE Institute is celebrating its 50th anniversary and is proud to have thousands of alumni and 49 schools across 20 countries. But the institute has no intention of resting on its laurels, as SAE GSA Director Chris Müller says.

By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read

Gamescom Latam Closes Its Third Year With Another Record — Picture: Gamescom Latam Ltda

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Gamescom Latam Closes Its Third Year With Another Record

With 154,000 visitors, gamescom latam has once again surpassed itself. Other key figures are also looking good. A look back at gamescom latam 2026 event.

By Stephan Steininger • 4 min read

More Germans Playing Games, But Female Share is Falling

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More Germans Playing Games, But Female Share is Falling

German gamers have become younger and more male compared to last year, according to new data from the game association based on YouGov Shopper. However, the changes are minimal, so statistical fluctuations are more likely than a reversal of the trend.

By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read

Rhineland-Palatinate Wants to Fund Games and Films “in Equal Measure” — Gordon Schnieder is the designated next Minister-President of Rhineland-Palatinate | Picture: Torsten Silz

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Rhineland-Palatinate Wants to Fund Games and Films “in Equal Measure”

The coalition agreement of the new state government of Rhineland-Palatinate includes a clear commitment to supporting the games industry. Studios can look forward to an expansion of this support, particularly as the focus is to be on content rather than media formats.

By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read

GameStop Submits Proposal For eBay Takeover — There are no longer any GameStop stores in Germany | Archive image by GamesMarkt

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GameStop Submits Proposal For eBay Takeover

GameStop has made a takeover bid to eBay’s shareholders. According to GameStop, the takeover could yield cost savings of US$2 billion within a year.

By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read

Gamescom Latam: EA and the Brazilian Football Confederation CBF Announce Partnership — James Salmon, EA's director of marketing and partnerships, Twitch streamer Rodrigol, the mascot of the Brazilian national football team, Canarinho, and the CBF's director of marketing for national teams, Bernardo Bessa | Picture: Rebeca Reis / Staff Images / CBF

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Gamescom Latam: EA and the Brazilian Football Confederation CBF Announce Partnership

In South America, too, gamescom is used as a platform for major announcements. For example, Electronic Arts and the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced a partnership at gamescom latam that includes licensing agreements as well as joint marketing initiatives.

By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read

Toukana, Nukuna, Quantumfrog and Studio Monstrum Can Hope For Goldener Spatz Award

Toukana, Nukuna, Quantumfrog and Studio Monstrum Can Hope For Goldener Spatz Award

Along with the programme, the organisers of the Goldener Spatz (Golden Sparrow) Children’s Media Festival have also announced the nominees for the various competitions. Game studios are also on the shortlist for the Interactive & Digital Storytelling competition.

By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read