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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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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

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#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

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ESA Statement on Appointment of Brendan Carr as FCC Chairman

11.22.2024

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The Entertainment Software Association Statement on the 2024 Elections  

11.07.2024

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ESA Statement on the U.S. Copyright Office’s Triennial Rulemaking on Section 1201 of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)

10.25.2024

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Video Games: Attitudes and Habits of Adults Age 50-Plus

Americans over 50 express their views around where they play video games, the types of games they play, their reasons for playing and with whom.

07.02.2016

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University of Texas-Austin: Opportunities in the Growing Video Game Industry

On May 12, 2016, ESA President and CEO Mike Gallagher discussed the state of the video game industry and opportunities in the video game industry at the University of Texas-Austin.

05.13.2016

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Becker College: Opportunities in the Growing Video Game Industry

On March 8, 2016, ESA President and CEO Mike Gallagher delivered remarks about the state of the video game industry – where it has been, how it has evolved, where it's heading, and how everyone can get involved at Becker College.

03.08.2016

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Leveling Up in the Big Game

During the 2016 DICE Summit, ESA President and CEO Mike Gallagher delivered a presentation on the evolution of the industry, emphasizing its growth and cultural impact and thanking the video game community for its ongoing support.

02.25.2016

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DICE Forum

At DICE, ESA President and CEO Mike Gallagher discussed the impact organizations are having on conversations related to the video game […]

02.18.2016

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