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Berlin's Games Industry Is More Optimistic About the Future Than the Film Industry

According to the 'Medienbarometer 2026' study released today, companies in the media, creative and digital sectors are under economic pressure and are calling for improved business conditions in Berlin. However, the local gaming industry is more optimistic about the future than other media sectors.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read

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Nacon's Midgar Studio Is Seeking Potential Acquirers

Following the closure of Spiders and impending changes at other Nacon studios, Midgar Studio is now seeking a buyer. The team of 27 is currently working on the JRPG Edge of Memories, scheduled for release later this year.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read

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How 6side Studio Plans to Shake up the Tower Defense Genre

The German studio 6side is successfully combining roguelite tower defense with RTS. Over 70,000 people have added Dawn of Defense to their Steam wishlists, and more than 60,000 have tried out the demo. An interview with the studio based in Zülpich.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 6 min read

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Berlin's Games Industry Is More Optimistic About the Future Than the Film Industry

According to the 'Medienbarometer 2026' study released today, companies in the media, creative and digital sectors are under economic pressure and are calling for improved business conditions in Berlin. However, the local gaming industry is more optimistic about the future than other media sectors.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read

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Nacon's Midgar Studio Is Seeking Potential Acquirers

Following the closure of Spiders and impending changes at other Nacon studios, Midgar Studio is now seeking a buyer. The team of 27 is currently working on the JRPG Edge of Memories, scheduled for release later this year.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read

Odd Meter Raises $5M From GEM Capital and Autotelic Ventures

Odd Meter, the independent game studio behind the narrative adventure game Indika, has secured $5 million in funding from GEM Capital and Autotelic Ventures. This investment will be used to develop the studio's next project, which has not yet been announced.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read

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How 6side Studio Plans to Shake up the Tower Defense Genre

The German studio 6side is successfully combining roguelite tower defense with RTS. Over 70,000 people have added Dawn of Defense to their Steam wishlists, and more than 60,000 have tried out the demo. An interview with the studio based in Zülpich.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 6 min read

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Capcom Had Five Games in the German Games Charts in April 2026

In April 2026, the official German Games Charts (published by game) were dominated by old favourites and returning classics rather than new releases. The exceptions were Pragmata and Tomodachi Life. Five of the top 20 games were from Capcom, and another five were from Electronic Arts.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read

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GamesMarket Launches IP Access for Institutions With Offenburg University of Applied Sciences as First Partner

The entire campus at Offenburg University of Applied Sciences now has access to all paid content of GamesMarket. This is made possible by our new IP Access program, which GamesMarket has established for institutional partners and is now rolling out publicly.

By Team GamesMarket • 3 min read