How Dubai Becomes the Cultural Hub for Gaming in the MENA Region

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Tobias Springer on the European Games Industry - GamesMarket Industry Leaders Survey 2026

How do gaming executives rate Europe's position in the global market? And what key challenges and trends are currently affecting the industry? We spoke to Tobias Springer, CEO and Founder tobspr Games (Germany), to find out.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read

Business

SC Concepts Extends Work-For-Hire Contract With Funatics

According to a statement from the parent company Jumpage, the German studio Funatics has secured an extension to a work-for-hire contract until the end of 2026. The project, which has not been named in detail, is likely to be the cheerleading mobile game Boss of the World.

By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read

Business

Astragon's Revenue Declined by 20%, Everplay's Revenue Remained Resilient in H1 2026

The everplay group has presented its unaudited results for H1 2026. The British group demonstrated resilience in its revenue performance in H1, ahead of major title launches in H2. At astragon, revenue declined by 20%, primarily due to exiting the physical distribution business.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read

Products

Nintendo to Release Three More Console Bundles at the End of October

Nintendo of Europe has announced three new console bundles set to be released at the end of October. These include both Nintendo Switch 1 and 2 consoles. This brings the total number of new Switch bundles available for the holiday season to five.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read

Publishing

Coffee Stain's Indie Game Showcase The Big Break

Coffee Stain has announced The Big Break Showcase, a digital event showcasing their own games, as well as those of other teams and publishers. It will premiere on 29 September 2026.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read

Products

9 Kings Leaves Early Access in November

The roguelite autobattling kingdom builder 9 Kings is leaving Early Access in November. The game from Sad Socked, Hooded Horse and Sidekick Publishing has already sold over a million copies since May 2025.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read

Tabletop

Pokémon Trading Card Game Launches 30th Celebration Set

The Pokémon TCG has released its 30 year anniversary set aimed at collectors and players at the same time. With a new rarity, all-foil boosters and guest art by Japanese artist Yoshirotten, the set is available from today.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read

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Tobias Springer on the European Games Industry - GamesMarket Industry Leaders Survey 2026

How do gaming executives rate Europe's position in the global market? And what key challenges and trends are currently affecting the industry? We spoke to Tobias Springer, CEO and Founder tobspr Games (Germany), to find out.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 3 min read

Business

SC Concepts Extends Work-For-Hire Contract With Funatics

According to a statement from the parent company Jumpage, the German studio Funatics has secured an extension to a work-for-hire contract until the end of 2026. The project, which has not been named in detail, is likely to be the cheerleading mobile game Boss of the World.

By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read