- Industry Updates
A Letter From Our CEO – 30 Years of ESA
As President and CEO of the Entertainment Software Association, it is my privilege to lead the organization that serves as the voice and advocate for the U.S video game industry.
06.06.2024
- Events
#ItsPlayTime: A Spotlight on the ESA Game Lounge at Mom 2.0
The ESA team recently hit the streets of Nashville to help parents better understand video games.
05.07.2024
- Statements and Filings
U.S. Consumer Video Game Spending Totaled $57.2 Billion in 2023
A statement on the nomination of Deborah Robinson to serve as the U.S. Intellectual Property Enforcement Coordinator.
02.07.2024
- Statements and Filings
ESA Statement on the Appointment of Andrew Ferguson and Mark Meador to the FTC
12.12.2024
- Statements and Filings
ESA Statement on Appointment of Brendan Carr as FCC Chairman
11.22.2024
- Statements and Filings
The Entertainment Software Association Statement on the 2024 Elections
11.07.2024
- Data & Insights
- Press Releases
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
- DE&I
- Press Releases
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
- DE&I
- Press Releases
The ESA Foundation Announces 2024 Scholars
18 Scholars will receive scholarships raised from the ESA Foundation’s 22nd Annual Fundraiser ‘Nite to Unite’ WASHINGTON, August 22, 2024 […]
08.22.2024
- Press Releases
Entertainment Software Association Strengthens Government Affairs, Legal Teams with New Hires
The association for the U.S. video game industry continues its tradition of attracting and advancing top talent with the addition […]
08.20.2024
- Press Releases
Entertainment Software Association Announces Inaugural Recipients of the Interactive Entertainment Impact Awards
ESA honors two members of Congress, AARP for their contributions in advancing the U.S. video game industry. Washington, DC., June […]
06.06.2024
- DE&I
- Press Releases
Entertainment Software Association Foundation Welcomes New Executive Director
Washington, D.C. – May 23, 2024 – The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) today announced that Sue Madden has been named […]
05.23.2024
- Data & Insights
- Press Releases
Video Games Remain Lifelong Source of Entertainment for 190.6 Million Americans
Annual data from the ESA reveal video games’ cultural and social emotional impact holds strong across generations.
05.16.2024
- Data & Insights
- Press Releases
U.S. Children Say They Want Video Games More Than Anything Else This Holiday Season
The Entertainment Software Association Shares Recommendations for Parents to Help Keep Families Safely and Responsibly Enjoy Video Games The Entertainment […]
11.20.2023
- Data & Insights
- Press Releases
Global Report Reveals Positive Benefits of Video Gameplay
New report outlines the social, mental and emotional benefits of gameplay according to academic research and affirmed by a survey […]
10.10.2023
- Press Releases
Senate Veteran Christianna Barnhart Named as ESA SVP of Government Affairs
Washington, D.C., September 12, 2023 – The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) today announced that Christianna (Christi) Barnhart has joined the […]
09.12.2023
- Data & Insights
- Press Releases
Video Games Remain America’s Favorite Pastime With More Than 212 Million Americans Playing Regularly
MEDIA CONTACT: Crosby Armstrong Carmstrong@theesa.com 202-903-2318 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 10, 2023 New research from the ESA shows breadth and […]
07.10.2023
- Press Releases
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