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Global Report: Video Games Transcend Entertainment, Affect Positive Change in Players’ Lives
Video games affirmed as a source of connection, stress relief and mental stimulation in one of the largest consumer surveys […]
10.08.2025
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The ESA Joins Multi-Association Coalition Letter to United States Trade Representative Greer on Risks of Tariffs to American Innovation and Technology
The Honorable Jamieson Greer United States Trade Representative 600 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20508 RE: United States Leadership in […]
03.27.2025
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Entertainment Software Association Unveils iicon, Game-Changing Thought Leader Summit to Harness the Power of Interactive Entertainment and Shape the Future of Business and Culture
Taking place April 27–30, 2026 in Las Vegas, the Interactive Innovation Conference is set to be an essential convening for […]
02.06.2025
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U.S Consumer Spending on Video Games Totaled $58.7 Billion in 2024
WASHINGTON, Jan 23, 2025 – Overall consumer spending on video games in the United States totaled $58.7 billion in 2024 according to data released by the Entertainment Software Association, Circana and Sensor Tower.
01.23.2025
- Statements and Filings
The ESA’s Statement on the Confirmation of John Squires to lead the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
09.23.2025
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ESA Files Comments in the Colorado Children’s Privacy Rulemaking
09.10.2025
- Statements and Filings
ESA Files Comments in the First New Jersey Data Privacy Rulemaking
09.02.2025
- Industry Updates
The ESA Foundation Hosts “Games for Good 2021,” a Week-Long Video Game Streaming Event Raising Funds for Vital Causes
Streamers, esports personalities, sponsors and partners come together online to raise money and awareness for charities helping underrepresented communities and […]
12.13.2021
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ESA Partnered With National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Family Online Safety Institute and Take This for Online Safety Webinar
On Thursday, December 2, 2021, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) hosted “Chums, Cheaters and Creeps: An Educational Webinar about Keeping […]
12.03.2021
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ESA President and CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis Recognized with 2021 Black in Gaming Foundation Award
Entertainment Software Association President and CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis received the 2021 Black in Gaming (BIG) Image Award in recognition of […]
11.15.2021
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2021 GamesBeat Summit Next Panel Explored Games as a Vehicle for Social Impact
On Wednesday, November 10, 2021, the Entertainment Software Association President and CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis moderated a GamesBeat Summit Next panel […]
11.12.2021
- Statements and Filings
ESA Comments on CPPA Efforts to Implement Regulation Under CPRA
Via Email California Privacy Protection Agency Attn: Debra Castanon915 Capitol Mall, Suite 350A Sacramento, CA 95814 regulations@cppa.ca.gov RE: Preliminary Comments […]
11.08.2021
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ESA Sponsored 12th Biennial Congressional Benefit Football Game
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) served as an MVP sponsor for the 2021 Congressional Football Game, building connections between attendees […]
11.04.2021
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News Release: Report Details Benefits of Using Video Games in K-12 Education
Learning Through Play Helps Develop Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking Skills and Meaningful Relationships WASHINGTON, D.C. – October 26, 2021 – […]
10.26.2021
- Industry Updates
Honoring Backgrounds and Big Dreams
The ESA Foundation celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month by sharing, in their own words, the skills, stories and aspirations of its […]
10.20.2021
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Green Games Summit Launches on October 20, 2021
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) today announced its support for the upcoming 2021 Green Games Summit, scheduled to run virtually […]
10.18.2021
- Industry Updates
Oct. 2021 Newsletter: Celebrating Hispanic/Latinx Heritage, Video Game-Style
During a month dedicated to Hispanic/Latinx contributions and culture, we celebrate up-and-coming influencers in the video game industry. By ESA […]
10.14.2021
- Industry Updates
Representative Stephanie Murphy on Video Games and the COVID-19 Pandemic
Representative Stephanie Murphy (FL-07), co-chair of the congressional Video Game Esports caucus, talked about the positive effects of video games […]
10.12.2021
- Statements and Filings
ESA Comments to the U.S. Trade Representative on Notorious Markets
October 7, 2022 Filed electronically via www.regulations.gov, Docket No. USTR-2022-0010 Daniel LeeAssistant U.S. Trade Representative for Innovation and Intellectual Property Office […]
10.11.2021