Gamers Heaven: 3,500 Visitors and Plans for 2026
The opening guests play Mario Kart on the Switch 2 (from left): Peter J. Mirski, Mario Gerber, Barbara Plattner and Christian Härting © Viktor Klein

Gamers Heaven: 3,500 Visitors and Plans for 2026

In mid-June, the Gamers Heaven gaming community event took place in Tyrol for the second time. Despite summer temperatures, 3,500 visitors came to Telfs near Innsbruck. Plans are already underway for 2026. In addition to flagship events such as gamescom, regional and local gaming events are also enjoying ever-increasing
By Stephan Steininger 1 min read
Popularity of Consoles Increased in Germany in 2024, but Smartphones Remained the Leader
Popularity of Consoles Increased in Germany in 2024, but smartphones remained the leader © game, the German Games Industry Association

Popularity of Consoles Increased in Germany in 2024, but Smartphones Remained the Leader

In 2024, smartphones remained the most popular gaming platform in Germany, with 22.9 million players. Console gaming reached a new record of 20.5 million players. Meanwhile, 19 million Germans played on more than one platform. In 2024, smartphones remained the most popular gaming platform in Germany, with 22.
By Marcel Kleffmann 2 min read
Xbox Formed a Strategic, Multi-Year Partnership With AMD and Is Teasing a Multi-Store Approach
Xbox president Sarah Bond © Microsoft

Xbox Formed a Strategic, Multi-Year Partnership With AMD and Is Teasing a Multi-Store Approach

Microsoft has announced a multi-year, strategic partnership with AMD to jointly develop silicon for a range of devices, including next-generation Xbox consoles, handheld and home devices. The Xbox experience will not be limited to a single store or device. Xbox President Sarah Bond explained this strategic, multi-year partnership with AMD
By Marcel Kleffmann 2 min read