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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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- Press Releases
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
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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
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ESA Files Comments in the First New Jersey Data Privacy Rulemaking
09.02.2025
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8th Section 1201 Triennial Rulemaking: ESA Joins Creators’ Comment to Copyright Office on the Repair of Computer Programs
ITEM A. COMMENTER INFORMATION The Motion Picture Association, Inc. (“MPA”) is a trade association representing some of the world’s largest producers and distributors […]
09.22.2021
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8th Section 1201 Triennial Rulemaking: ESA Joins Other Creators to Comment on the Preservation of Computer Programs and Video Games
ITEM A. COMMENTER INFORMATION The Motion Picture Association, Inc. (“MPA”) is a trade association representing some of the world’s largest producers and distributors […]
09.22.2021
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8th Section 1201 Triennial Rulemaking: ESA Responds to Copyright Office on the Preservation of Video Games
These comments are submitted by the Entertainment Software Association (“ESA”), the U.S. trade association serving companies that publish computer and […]
09.22.2021
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8th Section 1201 Triennial Rulemaking: ESA Joins Other Creators to Respond to Copyright Office on the Accessibility of Copyrighted Works
ITEM A. COMMENTER INFORMATION The Motion Picture Association, Inc. (“MPA”) is a trade association representing some of the world’s largest producers and distributors […]
09.22.2021
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Video Game Industry Expands Parental Resources for Spanish-Speaking Families
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) and Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) today announced the launch of a new online Spanish language resource that provides parents and guardians with information and tools to help manage video games their kids play.
09.21.2021
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La Industria de los Videojuegos Expande los Recursos de los Padres Para las Familias que Hablan Español
La Entertainment Software Association (ESA) y la Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) anunciaron hoy el lanzamiento de un nuevo recurso en línea en español que brinda a los padres y tutores información y herramientas para ayudar a administrar los videojuegos que juegan sus hijos.
09.21.2021
- Statements and Filings
The ESA Praises Brazilian Partners for Shutting Down Online Video Game Piracy Websites
I am the President and CEO of the Entertainment Software Association (ESA), which serves as the voice and advocate for the U.S. video game industry. Our members are the innovators, creators, publishers and business leaders that are reimagining entertainment and transforming how we interact, learn, connect and play.
09.17.2021
- Industry Updates
The Entertainment Software Association Congratulates the ESA-Sponsored CHCI Summer Intern and CBCF 2021-2022 STEAM Fellow
The ESA congratulates Wilner Alvarez, the ESA-sponsored Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI) summer intern, and Brittany Thomas, the ESA-sponsored Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) 2021-2021 STEAM fellow!
07.30.2021
- Statements and Filings
ESA Comments to FTC on Right to Repair Policy
July 18, 2021RE: ESA Written Comment Re: Right to Repair for FTC July 21, 2021 Open Commission Meeting To Whom […]
07.21.2021
- Industry Updates
ESA Leadership Desk: A Nation of Video Game Players
Games transcend age, race, gender, platform and even political parties. Indeed, this is the United States of Play.
07.13.2021
- Data & Insights
2021 Essential Facts About the Video Game Industry
This year's 2021 Essential Facts About the Video Game Industry confirms that, in the last year during the global pandemic, people from all walks of life reached for video games to find joy, connection and a sense of belonging.
07.13.2021
- Industry Updates
ESA Leadership Desk: Reflecting on the Decade Since the U.S. Supreme Court Recognized First Amendment Protections for Video Games
Ten years ago this month, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its landmark decision recognizing the application of the First Amendment to video games.
06.28.2021