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Growing sense of gloom in the German games industry
- Only 12 per cent of game companies expect positive development in the German games industry in 2024
- In contrast, one in two German game companies anticipate a very or rather positive development for their own business
For the international games industry, 2023 was a mixed year. While a remarkably large number of high-quality games were released, this also prevented some of these titles from attracting the expected level of attention. At the same time, a generally overcast economy and a slowdown in investment made for a worsened business outlook. As a result, there have been increasing reports of lay-offs and, in isolated cases, even studio closures in recent weeks and months. These developments are reflected in game’s annual industry barometer published by game – The German Games Industry Association: overall, German game companies’ economic forecast for the coming year is more negative than it was at the start of 2023. Only 12 per cent of companies expect the German games industry as a whole to develop positively or somewhat positively this year, compared to 48 per cent one year ago. However, they are significantly more optimistic when it comes to their own prospects: one in two game companies (50 per cent) anticipate a positive or somewhat positive development in their own business. Companies’ outlook with regard to their own employee numbers is also less negative than with respect to the industry overall: 41 per cent of German game companies anticipate a positive or somewhat positive development in the size of their own workforce, and 37 per cent expect a neutral development. In the wake of the federal government’s flip-flopping on national games funding, companies are evenly divided in their assessment of the government’s performance: around one third of companies, respectively, view the work of the federal government as rather positive (33 per cent), neutral (31 per cent) or somewhat or very negative (36 per cent).
‘Game companies in Germany are looking to the future with significantly less optimism than at this time last year,’ says Felix Falk, Managing Director of game – The German Games Industry Association. ‘This is due to the strain in the global games industry and the inconsistency in the domestic games funding policy. It’s clear that Germany needs a rigorous games policy as well as reliable, internationally comparable conditions to be competitive in one of the world’s largest media markets. The weaker our position here, the heavier the impact on us will be in years when the climate in the international games industry is harsher. And the stronger our position, the better we here in Germany will be able to profit from the next wave of growth.’
Tom Horn Gaming brings another exciting slot game to players with Book of Darius, a high-volatility adventure set in the deserts of Persia. This title expands the iGaming software supplier’s strong ‘Book of portfolio, with each game offering a new take on this player-favourite mechanic.
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“Book of games remain among the most popular titles, and Book of Darius is a fantastic addition to our portfolio, alongside Book of Aladdin, The Secret of Ba, and Book of Cleo. These titles have consistently delivered a strong performance, and we expect Book of Darius to follow suit with its exciting features and immersive. gameplay,” said Katarina Slaninova, Head of Marketing Communications at Tom Horn Gaming.
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India’s Biggest Gamers, Including Techno Gamerz, GamerFleet & Mythpat – battle at PlayGalaxy Cup 3.0
Samsung recently unveiled the third edition of its premier gaming tournament, the #PlayGalaxy Cup, featuring intense battles on their newly launched Galaxy S25 Ultra. This year, the event captivated over 300 million users, solidifying its status as a major esports spectacle.
The tournament saw 12 teams, consisting of 48 elite gamers, go head-to-head in Call of Duty Mobile, vying for the prestigious #PlayGalaxy Season 3.0 Cup. After four high-stakes matches, the team with the highest points emerged victorious.
“Samsung has always been at the forefront of bringing powerful devices that can handle demanding gameplay and with the latest Galaxy S25 Ultra, we’ve taken the entire experience a notch higher. With edition 3 of the #PlayGalaxy, we’ve also expanded our reach to 300 million users, up from 150 million users in the previous edition,” said Aditya Babbar, Vice President, MX Business, Samsung India.
In a thrilling and action-packed finale, Pune AI Heroes claimed the championship title, securing their place as the Season 3.0 winners. with Kaashvi emerging as the standout performer. Jaipur AI Warriors secured the first runner-up position, led by the skilled GamerFleet, while Delhi AI Legends claimed the second runner-up spot, with Techno Gamerz showcasing remarkable gameplay. The tournament highlighted the exceptional talent of India’s top gamers, making this season one of the most thrilling yet.
#PlayGalaxy Cup 3.0 also featured India’s top gaming talent, including Total Gaming, Techno Gamerz, Carry Minati, Gamerfleet, Mythpat, Triggered Insaan, Kaashvi, Desi Gamer, Sourav Joshi, SlayyPoint and SMR Gaming, Jonty Gaming, Gareeboooo, Tomboy from the Samsung #PlayGalaxy community.
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Play’n GO, the world’s leading casino entertainment provider, is celebrating a dual-award win during ICE 2025, at the International iGaming Awards and European iGaming Awards respectively.
The legendary games studio was named the RNG Supplier of the Year at the International Gaming Awards, a testament to Play’n GO’s stellar performance in 2024. Games like Rich Wilde and the Tome of Insanity, Rise of Olympus Origins and Oasis of Dead took the industry by storm last year, and were just three highlights from Play’n GO’s stunning 2024 portfolio.
Barely 48 hours later, Play’n GO were center stage once again to collect the Best Sustainability Innovation Award at the European iGaming Awards in Barcelona. Play’n GO has put sustainability to the fore throughout its history, and 2024 saw the release of the company’s inaugural Sustainability Report. Initiatives such as signing up to The Climate Pledge, powering Play’n GO’s Swedish HQ with sustainable fuel, and the company’s global tree-planting initiatives all contributed to this award.
Magnus Olsson, Chief Commercial Officer at Play’n GO added “We were honoured to be recognised at two individual award ceremonies last week, and we firmly believe these awards are testament to the hard work and dedication shown by our business year-round. Our RNG Supplier of the Year award comes on the back of some world-class game releases last year, games which we believe will retain players for many years to come- a trademark of Play’n GO releases.
“It was also a pleasure for our sustainability efforts to be acknowledged. We are industry leaders in this field, and will continue to set the standard for others to reach. At Play’n GO, sustainability is about long-term responsibility—not just for the planet, but for players and our industry as a whole. Our stance against predatory game mechanics, such as bonus buy features, is also a key part of that holistic vision of sustainability– a sustainable industry is one that prioritises player protection. Our Sustainability Report from last year shows just how important these practices are to our business, and we plan to expand on our already excellent initiatives throughout 2025 and beyond.”
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