• Press Releases

The US Video Game Industry Urges Lawmakers to Keep Esports Alive in Nevada

The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) today calls upon Nevada lawmakers to abandon legislation establishing a first-of-its-kind government regulatory scheme with barriers that would ultimately harm the state’s vibrant and growing esports ecosystem.

04.29.2021

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The Entertainment Software Association Statement on Tennessee Law Designed to Attract More Interactive Entertainment Investment to the Volunteer State

“The ESA applauds everyone in Tennessee who supported the expanded program to attract creative industries—especially esports and video game production and development—that will help drive innovation and economic growth, while advancing Tennessee’s reputation as a vibrant and diverse entertainment competitor on the global stage.”

03.30.2021

  • Industry Updates

Training the Video Game Industry’s Next Generation: A Conversation with Elizabeth Stringer

Elizabeth Stringer helped introduce the first generation of lifelong gamers to the world of video games. Now she’s training the next generation to move the industry further.

03.18.2021

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The Entertainment Software Association Urges an End to the Increasing Violence Against Asian American Communities

“The ESA urges an end to the increasing violence against those in the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities and is committed to helping end racism and discrimination in all forms.” 

03.17.2021

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The Entertainment Software Association Congratulates U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai

The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) today issued the following statement on the U.S. Senate’s confirmation of Katherine Tai as the new U.S. Trade Representative.

03.17.2021

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Women’s History Month: ESA Spotlights Women in the Video Game Industry

This Women's History Month, the Entertainment Software Association is excited to highlight five women from the past and present who've paved the way for women in the video game industry.

03.08.2021

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The Entertainment Software Association Announces $1 Million Initiative to Support Black Girls Code Through Its Philanthropic Foundation

New Interactive Education and Mentoring Program Empowers Girls and Young Women to Learn Coding Skills and Envision Careers in Science, […]

03.04.2021

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A Perfect Partnership

Aiming to increase diversity in the video game and other tech industries, the ESA Foundation teams up with Black Girls […]

03.04.2021

  • Industry Updates

Toyz Electronics: Changing the Game for Kids in Underserved Communities

From bringing kids to Carnegie Mellon to creating VR games teaching kids about coding, Toyz Electronics is making a concentrated effort to change the game for kids in underserved communities.

02.27.2021

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CBCF Announces STEAM Fellowship Partnership with the Entertainment Software Association

Today, the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Incorporated (CBCF) and the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) announced the launch of a new STEAM fellowship partnership.

02.25.2021

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Meet Sloane Miller, an ESA Foundation Computer and Video Game Arts and Sciences Scholar

Sloane Miller isn’t your average college freshman. For one thing, she has already interned at Google’s Computer Science Summer Institute […]

02.25.2021

  • Statements and Filings

Statement by the Entertainment Software Association on Illinois HB3531

The Entertainment Software Association issued the following statement in response to legislation (HB3531) introduced this week by Illinois state representative Marcus C. Evans:

02.24.2021

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