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  • Events
  • Inclusion

The ESA and Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Host the Diversity in Video Games Competition

At this year’s Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s (CBCF) Annual Legislative Conference, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) joined forces with Congressman […]

09.28.2023

  • 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

Video Games Inspire Connection, Community and the Player in Us All – Essential Facts 2023 Key Findings

Last month, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) launched the 2023 Essential Facts About the U.S. Video Game Industry report, which […]

08.23.2023

  • Events
  • Inclusion

Gaming for Everyone: Creating an Inclusive Environment for a Global Player Community

This week, the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) gathered with cross-sector experts, innovators and changemakers in New York City for the […]

07.20.2023

  • 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

  • Inclusion

ESA Members Celebrate the LGBTQ+ Community

This month, ESA members released exciting new creative updates and products to support and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community during Pride […]

06.30.2023

  • Events
  • Inclusion

ESA & Women in Government: The Power of Video Games in Aging

The Entertainment Software Association partnered with Women In Government to host a virtual panel discussion on the power of video […]

06.27.2023

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  • Inclusion

Celebrating Pride with Overwatch 2

Blizzard’s Overwatch 2 is a thrilling free-to-play, team-based action game for millions of players globally. With the goal of making […]

06.23.2023

  • Statements and Filings

ESA Comments to Federal Trade Commission on Negative Option Rule

Via Electronic Filing Stephanie WeinerNational Telecommunications and Information Administration U.S. Department of Commerce1401 Constitution Ave., N.W.Washington, D.C. 20230 Re: Docket […]

06.23.2023

  • Inclusion

Zynga’s #PlayWithPride Campaign

Interactive entertainment company Zynga is on a mission to connect the world through games. Zynga’s annual Pride month celebration, “Play […]

06.21.2023

  • Inclusion

Rainbow Rioter localizes game content for different cultures and communities

Kat Wong has had a lifelong love of video games. So much so, that she decided in elementary school she was going to work in the gaming industry. Kat hails from Hawaii – a state that hasn’t typically been known as a hotbed for video game development companies.

06.02.2023

  • Events

The ESA at GamesBeat 2023: How Video Games are Revolutionizing Healthcare

This week, ESA participated in GamesBeat's 15th annual Summit to explore how the video game industry is evolving to address challenges across sectors – including healthcare.

05.25.2023

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