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gamescom 2026: Politicians on Site

Which politicians will be at gamescom, representing their state or region? From the highest European and German politicians to representatives from important games production regions all around the world, you can find every confirmed politician here.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read

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gamescom congress 2026 Reveals Full Program

With the entire schedule of gamescom congress out now, 85 speakers will provide 165 talks and panels. Highlights include several politics panels, including German Federal President Steinmeier, and industry experts discussing “Playing Field Democracy” and “The Games Effect”.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read

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Webedia Unveils Mercedes-Benz at gamescom 2026 Booth Partner

The car maker Mercedes-Benz will be main partner of Webedia's GameStar FYNG City booth at gamescom's entertainment area. It will also be featured prominently in the live stream.

By Pascal Wagner • 2 min read

gamescom

gamescom 2026: Politicians on Site

Which politicians will be at gamescom, representing their state or region? From the highest European and German politicians to representatives from important games production regions all around the world, you can find every confirmed politician here.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read

Products

Marvel's Wolverine: Limited Edition PS5 Console Bundle and Accessories

Set to launch exclusively on PlayStation 5 on 15 September 2026, Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine is arguably Sony Interactive Entertainment's most significant release of the year. To mark the occasion, a limited-edition PS5 console bundle and accessories have been unveiled.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read

gamescom

gamescom congress 2026 Reveals Full Program

With the entire schedule of gamescom congress out now, 85 speakers will provide 165 talks and panels. Highlights include several politics panels, including German Federal President Steinmeier, and industry experts discussing “Playing Field Democracy” and “The Games Effect”.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read

People

Fundraising Expert Laaser Founds good shift UG

With her new company good shift, Lena Laaser wants to bridge the fields of gaming and fundraising she has been working in for the last five years.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read

Business

Sentiment Within the German Games Industry is Improving

The game association has published its annual report on the German games industry for 2026. According to the industry barometer, a higher proportion of companies expect the industry to develop positively than in the previous year. However, negative assessments still slightly outnumber positive ones.

By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read

Campus

7th Wavelab Incubator Seeks Media & Gaming Start-Ups

The Wavelab Incubator at Munich University of Music and Performing Arts has opened submissions from the fields of music, arts, game & media tech. Applications can be submitted until 22 September.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read