- Press Releases
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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- Statements and Filings
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
ESA Files Comments on White House Office of Science and Technology’s Request for Information on Regulatory Reform on Artificial Intelligence
10.29.2025
- 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
- Statements and Filings
ESA Files Comments in the Colorado Children’s Privacy Rulemaking
09.10.2025
- Inclusion
Rainbow Rioter localizes game content for different cultures and communities
Kat Wong has had a lifelong love of video games. So much so, that she decided in elementary school she was going to work in the gaming industry. Kat hails from Hawaii – a state that hasn’t typically been known as a hotbed for video game development companies.
06.02.2023
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The ESA at GamesBeat 2023: How Video Games are Revolutionizing Healthcare
This week, ESA participated in GamesBeat's 15th annual Summit to explore how the video game industry is evolving to address challenges across sectors – including healthcare.
05.25.2023
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The Entertainment Software Association Statement of Support for the Nomination of Deborah Robinson
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) today issued the following statement on the nomination of Deborah Robinson to serve as the U.S. Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator.
05.09.2023
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Magic on the Hill: ESA Presents a Behind-The-Scenes Look at Hogwarts Legacy
ESA, in partnership with Warner Bros. Games and Avalanche Software, hosted a behind-the-scenes webinar for congressional staffers to provide a glimpse into the game design process for the global game phenomenon Hogwarts Legacy.
05.05.2023
- Inclusion
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Riot Games showcases AAPI employees
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month in the United States, and Riot Games has been celebrating the diversity of the AAPI community and its contributions to the video game industry all month long.
05.01.2023
- Statements and Filings
ESA Statement on 2023 Special 301 Report
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA), which represents the U.S. video game industry, today issued the following statement on the 2022 Special 301 Report released by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR).
04.28.2023
- Inclusion
Celebrating Women in IP: World Intellectual Property Day 2023
This year’s World Intellectual Property (IP) Day is on April 26, 2023. This year’s theme, Women and IP: Accelerating Innovation and Creativity, honors trailblazing women and raises awareness of their representation in IP.
04.26.2023
- Industry Updates
ESA Supports Safer Internet Day 2023
As a proud supporter of Safer Internet Day, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) joins those in D.C. and around the world in highlighting the importance of creating better online experiences.
02.07.2023
- Statements and Filings
ESA Comments on NFTs and Intellectual Property
February 3, 2023 Filed electronically via www.regulations.gov, Docket No. PTO-C-2022-0035 Katherine K. VidalUnder Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Propertyand Director of […]
02.03.2023
- Statements and Filings
The International Intellectual Property Alliance (IIPA) Comments Regarding “Special 301” Review
January 30, 2023 Submitted via regulations.gov Docket No. USTR 2022-0016 Mr. Daniel LeeAssistant United States Trade Representative for Innovation and […]
01.30.2023
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U.S. Consumer Video Game Spending Totaled $56.6 Billion in 2022
Overall total consumer spending on video games in the United States totaled $56.6 billion in 2022 as video game sales stabilize following back-to-back record years in 2020 and 2021, according to new data released today by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) and The NPD Group.
01.17.2023
- Inclusion
- Statements and Filings
ESA and Gay Gaming Professionals Issue Statement of Support for Respect for Marriage Act
We celebrate the Respect for Marriage Act, an important piece of bipartisan legislation that safeguards the rights and protections to which same-sex and interracial couples and their families are entitled. The interactive entertainment industry remains steadfast in our commitment to achieving progress on equality and inclusion throughout society, including with our workforce and player communities.
12.13.2022