Updated Mar 17, 2026 by game – Verband der deutschen Games-Branche e. V.
The German computer games market reached a total valuation of 14 billion euros in 2021.
The German games industry encompasses a broad ecosystem, including employment figures, company data, and specialized initiatives like the Entertainment Software Self-Regulation Body.
The industry operates under a framework of ten specific strategic demands aimed at shaping the future of the German games sector.
The report highlights the role of gamescom as a central event for the industry's professional and public engagement.
Industry-wide initiatives prioritize diversity through the 'Hier spielt Vielfalt' program and emphasize environmental and climate protection efforts.
The Foundation for Digital Games Culture serves as a key institutional pillar for the industry's cultural integration within Germany.
The player base in Germany represents a primary demographic focus, with detailed market analysis provided for the 2021 fiscal year.
The German computer games market reached a total valuation of 14 billion euros in 2021.
The German games industry encompasses a broad ecosystem, including employment figures, company data, and specialized initiatives like the Entertainment Software Self-Regulation Body.
The industry operates under a framework of ten specific strategic demands aimed at shaping the future of the German games sector.
The report highlights the role of gamescom as a central event for the industry's professional and public engagement.
Industry-wide initiatives prioritize diversity through the 'Hier spielt Vielfalt' program and emphasize environmental and climate protection efforts.
The Foundation for Digital Games Culture serves as a key institutional pillar for the industry's cultural integration within Germany.
The player base in Germany represents a primary demographic focus, with detailed market analysis provided for the 2021 fiscal year.