Stephan Steininger
Stephan Steininger has been editor-in-chief of the industry magazine GamesMarkt, which belongs to Busch Glatz Germany, since March 2017. The father of two is one of the founding editors of GamesMarkt and, after the temporary takeover by Gruner+Jahr, first became senior editor and later head of the editorial team of the title. As Head of GamesMarkt, he is also responsible for sales and marketing.
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The Situation in Germany‘s Federal States: Wide but Sometimes Limited Support

The federal states invested less in games project funding in 2024 due to a few special circumstances. However, overall support is steadily increasing, partly because project funding is only a small part of broader support efforts. Part 2 of our series of funding articles from the last print edition for our GM+ subscribers.

10. April 2025 14:11

Games and Products

Assemble and Instinct3 Integrate Twitch Extension into Asgard's Fall

To mark the launch of the Early Access version of Asgard's Fall, publishers Assemble Entertainment and Instinct3 have announced a new feature. The title will get a Twitch extension that will allow viewers to interact with the game if streamers use the feature.

09. April 2025 12:30

Business

game Unveils Plan for Competitive Games Funding at International Level

While the next government in Berlin is negotiating its coalition agreement, game presented a specific proposal for the introduction of a tax-based games funding programme. The fund model should be retained and adapted. According to Goldmedia, lucrative multiplier effects could be expected.

09. April 2025 10:22

Business

Childcare in the gamescom Business Area for the First Time

Koelnmesse and game have taken on board the criticism from nursing mothers last year and have come up with a solution. In 2025, childcare facilities will be provided in the business centre for the first time.

08. April 2025 13:51

People

Web Media Publishing Founder and CEO Vitus Hoffmann Has Passed Away

Web Media Publishing has announced the unexpected passing of its founder and CEO, Vitus Hoffmann. His death leaves a profound void. His life’s work will be carried forward in his spirit.

08. April 2025 11:54

Games and Products

InnoGames Celebrates Long-Term Success of Elvenar

To mark the anniversary of the online game Elvenar, which launched in 2015, InnoGames is sharing impressive statistics and reflecting on why the title was designed as the perfect addition to its portfolio.

08. April 2025 09:19

GM+

The Situation in Germany: Freezing While Waiting for the Tax-Based System

Shortly after the election, the first funding pot for games at the federal level runs dry. Once again, the industry loses valuable time while politics in Berlin sorts itself out. Part 1 of our series of funding articles from the last print edition for our GM+ subscribers.

07. April 2025 14:10

COLOGNE, GERMANY - APRIL 02: Kings League Germany at MMC Studios on April 02, 2025 in Cologne, Germany. (Photo by Pau Barrena/Quality Sport Images/Kings League)
GM+

When Football Meets Gaming Creators

G2 Esports is following the example of Eintracht Spandau and entering the (small-sided) football business. They are in good company, especially when it comes to gaming content creators. But the market is tight.

04. April 2025 09:22

Eingang Süd
Business

Thailand Unveiled as Official Partner Country for gamescom 2025

Koelnmesse and game have announced Thailand as this year’s official partner country for gamescom. The Southeast Asian nation is a flourishing gaming market and now also the new home of gamescom asia.

03. April 2025 14:14

Business

TakeTV, MediaMarktSaturn and Beans Organise Games Side Event at OMR

On the day before the start of the OMR Festival in Hamburg, Level Up! will take place at Xperion as an official side event. It is organised by MediaMarktSaturn, TakeTV, and Beans Entertainment.

03. April 2025 08:33