The announcement serves as a final call for submissions to the 2018 German Computer Game Prize (Deutscher Computerspielpreis), specifically highlighting the category for Best Innovation. The primary objective is to encourage research institutions, industry companies, and cross-industry organizations to submit creative projects that demonstrate technological advancement within the gaming sector. Eligible entries include gamification applications, educational software, and virtual reality projects, provided they include a detailed justification of their innovative technological aspects.
The submission deadline for all entries was set for January 19, 2018, with no associated fees for participation. The competition, which encompasses the German games industry, is organized by the Federal Ministry of Transport and Digital Infrastructure in collaboration with industry associations BIU and GAME. A total prize pool of 560,000 euros was allocated for the 2018 edition, with the awards ceremony scheduled for April 10, 2018, in Munich.
Applicants were directed to the official competition website for comprehensive participation guidelines and frequently asked questions. Support for the submission process was provided by the award office at the Foundation for Digital Games Culture (Stiftung Digitale Spielekultur) in Berlin. The initiative aimed to foster national recognition for technical excellence and encourage high-quality submissions from regional hubs, such as Hamburg, to compete for the prestigious industry award.