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Members of the Bundestag Re-establish Cross-Party Parliamentary Group

On the initiative of Joachim Ebmeyer (CDU), Holger Mann (SPD) and Dr Andrea Lübcke (B90/Grüne), members of the Bundestag have formed a cross-party parliamentary group on games to institutionalise dialogue between politicians and the industry. It’s not the first such group in the Bundestag.

By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read

Campus

Game Studies Watchlist 2026 #5

The Game Studies Watchlist newsletter, curated by Prof. Dr Rudolf Inderst, is published weekly on GamesMarkt. This week's topics include the X-Files, a podcast on Artgames after GamerGate and climate-related games.

By Rudolf Inderst • 2 min read

Business

Update: MAG-C attracted over 12,500 visitors in 2026

Nearly one week after the end of MAG-C 2026, the final visitor numbers have been confirmed. At over 12,500, they are slightly higher than last year. The anime rave also achieved a new record.

By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read

Business

SAE Institute Offers New AI Training Courses for Media Professionals

The new AI training courses offered by the SAE Institute are primarily aimed at freelancers and solo self-employed individuals, who can receive reimbursement for up to 90 per cent of the fees thanks to the so-called Compass funding programme. Of the seven qualifications, one is relevant to games.

By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read

Business

The Modder's Dilemma: The War Over Paid UGC

In 'Zoran's Update', experienced games manager Zoran Roso comments on current industry topics on LinkedIn. This time's topic: Why free modders can be good for a game, but revenue-generating UGC partners are even better for publishers.

By Zoran Roso • 3 min read

Business

Roblox Grows, Reaches 3.4% Share of Global Gaming Market But No Profit

Roblox has achieved impressive growth in 2025, as shown in its latest financial statements. User numbers, bookings and revenues are all on the rise. However, this is still not enough to turn a profit, and this is not expected to change in 2026.

By Stephan Steininger • 3 min read

Business

Global Esports Industry Week Moves to IEM Cologne and Turns Cologne Into Esports Hotspot

Two months before gamescom, Cologne will become a hotspot for esports. For the first time, the Global Esports Industry Week will take place in Cologne alongside IEM Cologne, a series of events for esports creators and partners.

By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read

Business

Gamescom Dev Opens Submissions For First Conference After Rebranding

gamescom dev has published its call for speakers. Interested parties have until 5 April to submit proposals for talks, panels and workshops for the conference at the start of gamescom week in Cologne.

By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read

Business

ChinaJoy × Game Connection Opens Award Submission and Steam Showcase Application

The 2026 ChinaJoy × Game Connection Indie Game Expo from 31 July to 3 August in Shanghai has opened submissions for the Development Awards as well as its upcoming Steam showcase. Its organised in cooperation between ChinaJoy and French expo Game Connection.

By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read

Business

Games for Change Plans London Summit During London Games Festival

The London Games Festival, which brings together various gaming events, has a prominent new addition: Games for Change is planning its first UK event there on 15 April.

By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read

Business

Sony Can Rely On Its PlayStation Business Despite Hardware Setbacks

In the 2025 seasonal business, Sony sold fewer consoles but more games and was able to further increase the number of subscribers. As a result, quarterly sales in the Games & Network Services segment declined, but operating profit rose. Expectations for the full year were revised upwards.

By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read

Business

Bavaria's Game Funding Overview 2025: 2.5 Million Euros for Games

At yesterday's FFF Press Lunch, the Bavarian funding agency has revealed its yearly numbers for 2025. 2.5 million euros in games funding, a lot of XR presence on festivals and of course plenty of movie successes have been presented.

By Pascal Wagner • 3 min read