• Statements and Filings

The ESA Joins Global Call to Uphold Decades-long Pact Against Duties on Cross-border Data Flows

As governments meet in Geneva from June 12-15 for the 12th Ministerial Conference (MC12) of the World Trade Organization (WTO), the ESA and more than 100 global associations issued a statement supporting the extension of one of the WTO’s fundamental agreements facilitating international trade.

06.06.2022

  • Statements and Filings

ESA Joins Cross-Industry Letter Supporting Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework

On April 26, ESA joined 23 associations in a letter demonstrating support for an agreement-in-principle between the United States and the European Commission to reestablish the Privacy Shield program, which will facilitate trans-Atlantic data transfers and improve protections for individual privacy and civil liberties.

05.25.2022

  • Events

ESA Sponsors First Annual Congressional Madden NFL Esports Charity Tournament and Reception

On May 12, U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) won the First Annual Congressional Madden NFL Esports Charity Tournament and Reception sponsored by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) at District Winery in D.C. after a fierce Madden NFL 22 match with his colleague U.S. Rep. Jay Obernolte of California.

05.16.2022

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  • Events

The ESA Co-Hosts Esports Webinar Focused on Inclusivity with Women In Government

On Wednesday, May 11, 2022, the Entertainment Software Association(ESA) co-hosted a “#Strong Economies: Leveling Up the World of Esports” webinar with Women In Government, which featured an all-female panel of experts who shared their perspectives on the evolving world of competitive gaming and the increasing opportunities for esports to be more inclusive and accessible for all players.

05.13.2022

  • Events

U.S. Legislative Staff Joined Riot Games Studio Heads for Behind-the-Scenes Discussion of Promoting Positive Behavior

On Wednesday, April 20, 2022, the Entertainment Software Association hosted an invitation-only webinar for Washington, D.C. congressional staff offering a […]

04.27.2022

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  • Statements and Filings

ESA Statement on 2022 Special 301 Report

The Entertainment Software Association (ESA), which represents the U.S. video game industry, today issued the following statement on the 2022 Special 301 Report released by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR).

04.27.2022

  • Press Releases

Lanzan recursos de videojuegos para padres por el Día del Niño en México

La Entertainment Software Association (ESA) anunció hoy nuevos recursos para padres, educadores y cuidadores para comprender y utilizar mejor las herramientas que ayudan a administrar los videojuegos para el Día del Niño en México.

04.27.2022

  • Press Releases

Video Game Resources for Parents Released for Mexico’s Children’s Day

The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) today announced new resources for parents, educators and caregivers to better understand and use tools that help manage video game play for Mexico’s Children’s Day.

04.27.2022

  • Statements and Filings

ESA Joins Other Associations in Supporting the Trans-Atlantic Data Privacy Framework

April 26, 2022 The PresidentThe White House Washington, DC 20500 Dear Mr. President: We commend the United States and the […]

04.26.2022

  • Events

ESA President and CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis Joined Industry Leaders at D.I.C.E. 2022 Town Hall

On February 23, 2022, Entertainment Software Association (ESA) President and CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis spoke at a D.I.C.E. state of the […]

04.18.2022

  • Statements and Filings

ESA Comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce on an Indo-Pacific Economic Framework

Public Comments to the U.S. Department of Commerce Regarding the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework Filed electronically via www.regulations.gov, Docket No. ITA-2022-0001 […]

04.11.2022

  • Statements and Filings

ESA Comments to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative on an Indo-Pacific Economic Framework

Comments Regarding the Fair and Resilient Trade Pillar of an Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) Filed electronically via www.regulations.gov, Docket No. […]

04.11.2022

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