Head of Xbox Game Studies Craig Duncan Steps Down

People

Games Hike 2026 Sees 60 Entrepeneurs At Lake Starnberg

The traditional Games Hike of FFF Bayern this year wasn't stopped by rain: 60 people from all ranges of the Bavarian games industry hiked to Ilkahöhe at Lake Starnberg.

By Pascal Wagner • 2 min read

People

Womenize! Inspiring Stories: Edwige Lelièvre

In their weekly interview series Womenize! features inspirational, diverse people who work in the games and tech industry, to share their experiences, give valuable advice and talk about their projects. In cooperation with Womenize! and Madeleine Egger, GamesMarkt is republishing these inspirations.

By Madeleine Egger • 3 min read

People

Playing History Hires Heilig and Münch

Concept Artist Maryse Heilig, formerly of Maschinen-Mensch, and Project Manager & Team Facilitator Christian Münch, formerly at Dark Horse consulting, are joining Playing History.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read

Campus

Game in Lab Funding Calls for Board Game Research Applications

Board game researchers, take note: Game in Lab, the board game research funding programme by Asmodee and Innovation Factory, is giving away up to 20,000€ per funded project. The call is open until end of September.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read

Politics

UK: Government Announces Social Media Ban For Under-16s; UKIE Responds With Relief

Keir Starmer’s UK government has announced plans to introduce a social media ban for under-16s. The first restrictions are set to be introduced as early as spring 2027. Video games are excluded from the regulations. UKIE reacted with relief, but nevertheless points to the stricter PEGI rules.

By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read

Business

EA Advertising Launched by Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts has launched EA Advertising, a new platform connecting brands with audiences through digital and real-world experiences across its games portfolio. The platform is designed "to enhance, not disrupt, the player experience".

By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read

Products

Forensics: Crime Scene Detective Releases 13 July

Forensics: Crime Scene Detective by Binary Impact, Alchemical Works and Aerosoft will release 13 July. Made in cooperation with the Rhineland-Palatinate State Criminal Police Office, a press meet was held on Friday at the LKA RLP's police office.

By Pascal Wagner • 3 min read

Business

G+ Facts & Figures: The German Games Ecosystem

Germany is one of the world's most important markets for computer and video games. But what is the state of the country's games industry? Read on for an overview of the studios based here, the industry's structure, and key figures.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 8 min read

Events

TactiCon Returns in July

TactiCon, the annual digital event hosted by Hooded Horse and Firesquid, is returning for its fifth year. The digital convention will once again focus on strategy and tactical games, offering new releases and discounts.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read