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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

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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

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ESA’s Response to the House Energy and Commerce Committee’s Request for Information on Privacy

04.07.2025

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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

03.27.2025

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The ESA Statement on the Confirmation of Jameison Greer as United States Trade Representative 

02.26.2025

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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