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Tickets Now Available for iicon, the Interactive Innovation Conference Hosted by the Entertainment Software Association

April 27–30, 2026 | Fontainebleau Las VegasVisit iicon.com/event-info for tickets and join the leaders shaping the future WASHINGTON, D.C. (December […]

12.10.2025

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What Do Kids Want for Holiday Gifts? Video Games, Of Course! They Also Want Their Parents to Game Alongside Them.

Three in five kids are asking for video games this holiday season – and just as many hope their parents […]

11.17.2025

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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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ESA Files Comments in Response to USTR Request for Comments on Section 301 Investigation of China’s Implementation of Commitments under the Phase One Agreement, 90 Fed. Reg. 48,733

12.03.2025

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ESA Submits Amicus Brief in Lakes v. Ubisoft in 9th Circuit Court of Appeals

12.01.2025

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ESA Files Comments on White House Office of Science and Technology’s Request for Information on Regulatory Reform on Artificial Intelligence

10.29.2025

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ESA Statement on the Nomination of Arielle Roth to Head the National Telecommunications and Information Administration

Today, the Entertainment Software Association issued a statement from ESA President & CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis on the nomination of Arielle […]

02.04.2025

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ESA Statement on Proposed Tariffs on Products from Canada, Mexico and China

Today, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) issued the following statement on the proposed tariffs on products from Canada, Mexico and […]

02.03.2025

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Copyright Industries Add Record High $2.09 Trillion to U.S. Economy and Employ 11.6 Million American Workers, According to Latest IIPA Report

IIPA Celebrates 20th Edition of the “Copyright Industries in the U.S. Economy” Report WASHINGTON, Feb. 3, 2025 — The International Intellectual […]

02.03.2025

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2025 International Intellectual Property Alliance Special 301 Report Submission

On January 27, 2025, the International Intellectual Property Alliance (IIPA) filed its annual Special 301 Report submission with the Office of the […]

01.28.2025

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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

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ESA Statement on the Nomination of Olivia Trusty as Commissioner of the Federal Communications Commission

Today, the Entertainment Software Association issued a statement from ESA President & CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis on the nomination of Olivia […]

01.22.2025

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The Entertainment Software Association Statement on the Nomination of Robin Colwell as Deputy Director of the National Economic Council

Today, the Entertainment Software Association issued a statement from ESA President & CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis on President Donald Trump’s nomination […]

01.22.2025

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ESA Statement on the Appointment of Andrew Ferguson and Mark Meador to the FTC

“The Entertainment Software Association congratulates Andrew Ferguson on his appointment as chairman of the FTC and Mark Meador on his […]

12.12.2024

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ESA at the 2024 FOSI Annual Conference: Empowering Parents & Kids to Experience the Power of Play

This week, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) took to the mainstage at the Family Online Safety Institute’s (FOSI) 2024 Annual […]

12.11.2024

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ESA Statement on Appointment of Brendan Carr as FCC Chairman

The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) today issued the following statement on Commissioner Brendan Carr’s appointment as the Chairman of the […]

11.22.2024

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Video Games Top Kids’ Wish Lists This Holiday Season

The Entertainment Software Association provides advice for parents and caregivers so they can feel confident gifting video games this holiday season.  […]

11.12.2024

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UNICEF and the Global Video Game Coalition partner to open career pathways for girls in the video game and tech sector

Geneva, 8 November 2024 – UNICEF and the Global Video Game Coalition (GVGC) announce their partnership to equip adolescent girls […]

11.07.2024

About the ESA

The Entertainment Software Association serves as the voice and advocate for the video game industry. Our mission is to help expand and protect the innovative and creative marketplace for creators and publishers in the United States.

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  • Year Founded
    1994
  • Location
    Washington, DC
  • No. of Members
    20
  • President and CEO
    Stanley Pierre-Louis