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Video Games Europe @videogames_EU

We represent Europe’s video games industry. Founder of @PEGI, VGE Esports, and GSD. We champion responsible gameplay, cultural impact & tech-driven creativity.

Joined August 2015
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🎮🏓 Playing is not just recreation, but a universal language that transcends national, cultural, and socio-economic boundaries, boosting social interaction and community sense. #PowerOfPlay #VideoGamesEU
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The videogame industry is committed to supporting children’s right to play, joy, and safety, through initiatives supporting responsible #gameplay, parental guidance, and the understanding and usage of #FamilySettingTool 👇 videogameseurope.eu/responsi… #PEGI

Video Games Europe - Responsible Gameplay

Video Games Europe is at the forefront of raising the bar in harmonised co-regulation and responsible gameplay.

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Video Games Europe@videogames_EU
2 Jul 2025
🎼 #Videogame soundtracks have sparked the imagination of countless artists, from renown bands to niche creators alike. 🎸 #DYK that the Smashing Pumpkins have included #DOOM samples in their music back in 1995?👇 bethesda.net/en/article/3A72… #VideoGamesEU #CreativeEurope

Top 5 Cameos of DOOM - #5: Sampling Pumpkins

It doesn’t take much for a major pop culture franchise like DOOM to spread its influence. Let’s take a look at some of the series’ more interesting (or just flat-out odd) cameos, both within and...

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🎮💡 #VideoGames run on #IP They are unique complex works combining multiple arts and #tech and based on #IntellectualProperty rights. Clear IP protection promotes innovation, cross-collaborations and investments, enriching the #gameplay experience of players.
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That's why the promotion of a strong policy framework, focusing on investments, is essential if #videogames are to fully contribute for the 🇪🇺 #digital ambitions and driving #innovation. Have a look at our Manifesto for more👇 videogameseurope.eu/vge-mani… #VideoGamesEU

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The #videogame #tech spillover has significantly benefited Europe’s economy. In the Nordic region, for instance, the impact recorded: ↗️ €221 million output in 🇩🇰 ↗️ €151.2 million output in 🇫🇮 ↗️ €814.2 million output in 🇳🇴 ↗️ €314.1 million output in 🇸🇪 Impressive right?
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The overall contribution bolstered #GDP, created high-paying jobs, and increased tax revenues across all these countries. Discover more insightful data in the @ukie report on video game technology spillover 👇 ukie.org.uk/publications/the… #VideoGamesEU #CreativeSector

The economic impacts of video game technology spillover - Ukie

A new report from FTI Consulting and Ukie is the first ever to put numerical value on the use and economic contribution of video game technology in sectors outside the games industry, itself worth £6...

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🏢 #MSMEday During the 2019-2024 🇪🇺 mandate, the #videogame sector employed almost 115,000 skilled workers, 24.4% of whom women. Europe is a thriving hub for content creation!
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European studios depend on access to local talent, and the qualitative pipeline has delivered some of the biggest global hits. For the sector to continue generating growth, it needs the right support to create, attract, and invest in #skills and #talent. #VideoGamesEU
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In the 2024 - 2029 Manifesto, #VideoGamesEU has put forward several suggestions on how to collaborate with policymakers to increase investment and generate growth in 🇪🇺.
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Our asks include: 🔝 Promoting #STEAM programmes for girls and life-long learning 🗺 Employing #HorizonEU funding to map the sector's workforce 💡 Adopting strategies to attract and retain talent ⚙️ Upholding a strong framework for the enforcement of #IP law
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#VideoGamesEU members call on policymakers to recognise #videogames as a sector on its own, with specific needs and requirements. An important step towards unlocking #sustainable growth and a comprehensive #tech and #digital transition 👇 videogameseurope.eu/vge-mani…

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🍃 Discover the @SonyElectronics new Climate Station! The newly announced project uses the latest #technology to allow players to view, interact with, and understand complex data on #climate change.
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🌎 Climate Station launches today on PS5 and #PSVR2, transforming decades of complex climate science into an immersive, interactive story: play.st/4edqM2G
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With your #PS5 and VR2, you can now access Climate Station to explore a wealth of information. Do wish to know more on how the video games industry is addressing #climate change via several initiatives? Here for more 👇 videogameseurope.eu/policy/s… #VideoGamesEU #Sustainability

Sustainability - VIDEOGAMES EUROPE

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🎮🌍 Submit your candidature for the @P4PAlliance Awards! They celebrate the industry's commitments in energy efficiency optimisations, and the dedication to sustainable and innovative solutions in the #videogame sector 👇 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F… #VideoGamesEU #P4PAlliance

Playing for the Planet Awards 2025

The Playing for the Planet Awards celebrate work across the video games sustainability landscape focusing on: emissions reduction in the areas of both developing and distributing games efforts to...

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Video Games Europe@videogames_EU
6 Jun 2025
🎮💡A great story from Salma Nassiri, trainer for @UNICEFinnovate Game Changers Coalition (GVGC) in Morocco! As a member of the #GVGC, #VideoGamesEU is a proud supporter of the #UNICEF Game Changers Coalition supporting girls to pursue careers in #videogames and #tech!
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3 Jun 2025
“After just a few days training, girls who did not even know how to use a laptop, they were creating games!” Salma Nassiri, trainer for the Game Changers Coalition (GCC) in Morocco. 22-year-old Salma is part of the mission to equip girls with coding and design skills to help them go from learning to earning and shape a digital future they can thrive in. Read her story👉🏽 unicef.org/innovation/storie… #GVGC, @theESA, @videogames_EU, @UNICEFMaroc
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🌍🍃#WorldEnvironmentDay The #videogames industry shares the belief that addressing #climate change is one of the most pressing challenges of our century. Have you heard about @P4PAlliance ?
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It is an Alliance, in which #VideoGamesEU is a proud member, that supports #videogame companies in taking action for the environment. Find out more about their commitments and their newly released Carbon Calculator here👇 playing4theplanet.org/carbon… #P4Planet
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For all those based in 🇮🇹 do not miss #FirstPlayable25 by @IIDEAssociation! 🗓️ 11-13 June 📍 Florence A gathering of more than 40 #videogame publishers with ad-hoc workshops, speakers, roundtables, and the #ItalianVideoGameAwards! 👇 firstplayable.it/ #VideoGamesEU
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#Videogames provide therapeutic treatments. Studies show how their use can support physical rehabilitation and boost #mentalhealth. Gameplay helps people overcome difficult times, with healthy outlets from everyday challenges👇 videogameseurope.eu/publicat… #VideoGamesEU #PowerofPlay

Power of Play - Global Report 2023 - VIDEOGAMES EUROPE

#VideoGames contributes to good #MentalHealth. This global report confirms the social, mental and emotional benefits of video gameplay.

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