- 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
- Press Releases
US Video Game Industry Revenue Reaches $36 Billion in 2017
The US video game industry generated a record $36 billion in revenue in 2017, up 18 percent from 2016, according to new data released today by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) and The NPD Group.
01.19.2018
- Press Releases
ESA Applauds US Trade Representative’s 2017 List of Notorious Markets
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA), which represents the US video game industry, commended today’s release of the 2017 Special 301 Out-of-Cycle Review of Notorious Markets by US Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer.
01.13.2018
- Statements and Filings
Scholars’ open debate paper on the World Health Organization ICD-11 Gaming Disorder proposal
"The empirical basis for a Gaming Disorder proposal, such as in the new ICD-11, suffers from fundamental issues. Our main concerns are the low quality of the research base, the fact that the current operationalization leans too heavily on substance use and gambling criteria, and the lack of consensus on symptomatology and assessment of problematic gaming."
01.08.2018
- Press Releases
ESA Responds to WHO’s Proposed Disorder Classification
"The World Health Organization knows that common sense and objective research prove video games are not addictive. And, putting that official label on them recklessly trivializes real mental health issues like depression and social anxiety disorder, which deserve treatment and the full attention of the medical community. We strongly encourage the WHO to reverse direction on its proposed action.”
01.05.2018
- Statements and Filings
Lohan and Gravano – ESA Motion for Leave and Amicus Brief
Specifically, ESA seeks to provide information to the Court regarding the expressive nature of video games and to explain to the Court that it should interpret “advertising” and “trade” under Section 51 so as not to cover video games and other expressive works.
12.22.2017
- Data & Insights
So scary, yet so fun: The role of self-efficacy in enjoyment of a virtual reality horror game
This study uses a VR horror game to explore the relationship between horror self-efficacy, physiological arousal, and fear on enjoyment and future intention to play similar games. The results help shed light on why some individuals enjoy frightening content.
12.06.2017
- Data & Insights
Ludoliteracy: The Unfinished Business of Media Literacy
This article advocates for the incorporation of digital games and digital gaming into media literacy. An understanding of the place of digital games in society--ludoliteracy--must be taught if we want citizens to have the necessary skill sets to understand, create, analyze and enjoy playful media--a language and experience that permeates modern life.
11.09.2017
- Industry Updates
Prescribing PlayStation: When Video Games Are Good for Kids
Research demonstrates that video games can have a positive impact on physical and mental health. Playing popular video games improves visual attention, contrast sensitivity, spatial navigation, strategic planning, and fine motor skills in the hands.
10.19.2017
- Press Releases
FCC Broadband Definition: ESA Reply Comments
The ESA offers its comments and perspectives on the performance consumers need to access advanced telecommunications capability.
10.07.2017
- Data & Insights
Pokémon Go: A game changer for the physical inactivity crisis?
Pokémon Go blends a fun smartphone game with real-life, outdoor physical activity. Initial reports suggest it is a successful population level strategy to increase physical activity levels.
08.16.2017
- Data & Insights
Students’ Experiences of Interdisciplinary Learning while Building Scientific Video Games
This study explores how students experience interdisciplinary learning--specifically game jams, hackathons, and similar group game creation events. These events provide young people with exciting opportunities, foster innovation, and strengthen teamwork skills--all of which are essential to working in industry.
07.20.2017
- Data & Insights
Recent Progress in Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy for Phobias: A Systematic Review
Available evidence about virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET) reveals that virtual reality (VR) is an effective treatment for phobias. VR use will be significantly expanded in routine clinical practice in the future.
06.23.2017