Annual Report of the German Games Industry 2021

1. 01
   The German games market experienced significant growth in 2020, with overall sales revenue increasing by over 30% due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Hardware sales, including consoles and gaming PCs, reached a record high, and subscription services saw a 44% increase in sales revenue.See it on page 8
2. 02
   Germany launched a major EU-notified games funding guideline in late 2020, with several studios receiving over one million euros in funding, marking a significant first for the country's games industry.See it on page 4
3. 03
   The number of companies in the German games industry increased by 5% for development and publishing companies and 7% for publishing-focused companies in 2021. However, employment in the core market grew by only 8% to 10,906 people, indicating that most new companies are microenterprises.See it on page 15
4. 04
   gamescom 2020 successfully transitioned to a digital format due to the pandemic, attracting millions of viewers from over 180 countries and featuring 370 partners across five show formats, with gamescom: Opening Night Live being a highlight.See it on page 20
5. 05
   game – the German Games Industry Association, with approximately 340 members including developers and publishers, advocates for improved industry conditions, youth protection, and diversity, and has been climate-neutral since early 2021.See it on page 26

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