Entertainment Software Association

Today was chicken wings and video game trivia at ESA HQ! 🍗🕹️ We had a fun time putting all of our video game knowledge to the test. The winner even got this fancy ESA ring! 💍 What video game trivia question do you think would stump ESA? #VideoGameTrivia #VideoGames

Last week, we teamed up with ESA member company Sony Interactive Entertainment and Major League Baseball (MLB) to celebrate "Storylines: Negro Leagues Season 2" on MLB The Show 24! 🎮⚾️ Season 2 continues its mission to educate, enlighten and inspire by celebrating the rich history of the Negro Leagues through the introduction of 10 new Negro League legends into the game. This aligns with MLB’s recent incorporation of Negro League stats into its historical record, marking a significant step in honoring these players' legacies. We were privileged to have representatives from the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, the Jackie Robinson Foundation, the Negro Leagues Family Alliance and San Diego Studios join us. Here are a few shots from the event 📸:

Last month at the Games for Change Festival, ESA President and CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis teamed up with Jenn Panattoni, Head of Social Impact + Sustainability Marketing at Microsoft Xbox, to discuss how the video game community unites to champion social causes and create more inclusive and welcoming environments for all players. 🎮✨ #G4C2024

🎥✨ Check out the inspiring documentary about Richard, Blake and Prentice, three New York men with quadriplegia who formed the first all-quadriplegic esports team: the Quad Gods. Using adaptive devices, they compete fiercely and use video games as part of their neurological rehab. The film captures their journey of resilience, friendship and the fight against ableism. Their story premieres today on Max! #Quadriplegia #Esports #VideoGames

3,2,1… Go! 🚗💨 We had an absolute blast today at ESA HQ during our staff Mario Kart tournament! The competition was fierce, the energy was high and we had a whole lot of fun. A huge shoutout to our IPPS intern, Alyssa LeBarron, for bringing in the win! 🎮🏆 #MarioKart #OfficeFun #VideoGames

Thanks Family Online Safety Institute for inviting me to share my thoughts on kids and player safety to help celebrate #nationalvideogameday. Check out my thoughts and advice for keeping your youngest players safe so they can fully enjoy the benefit of games!

Rapid advancements in spatial computing and AI wearables are poised to revolutionize business in unprecedented ways, creating promising opportunities beyond traditional education and the video games industry. Research shows that video games have positive impacts on mental health and cognitive skills, enhancing problem-solving, teamwork and adaptability, and providing significant developmental benefits across all ages. More in USA TODAY: #VideoGames #Tech

Exciting news! Our redesigned website is live! 🎉 The refreshed, user-friendly experience is tailored to share information, news and resources about the video game industry with policymakers, legislators, media, industry supporters and the general public. Embracing our new fun and bold brand, our site offers streamlined navigation, added resources and a modern look that reflects our commitment to expanding and protecting the innovative and creative marketplace of the video game industry. Explore the new site at theesa.com. #NewWebsite #VideoGames #VideoGameIndustry

Online Safety experts at Sony Interactive Entertainment join us on the corporate blog to share their favorite online safety tips to help parents and kids enjoy a fun and safe playing environment during summer break. https://lnkd.in/gK8kFF66

Empowering parents with tools and information to manage gameplay is essential to ensure their children's safety, even when they're not in the room. ESRB’s three-part rating system includes age ratings, content descriptors, and interactive elements to help parents make informed decisions about which video games are appropriate for their family. Plus, virtually all devices offer parental controls to filter by age rating, manage screen time, control spending and tailor communication. Learn more about how our member companies are using parental controls: #InternetSafetyMonth #ParentalControls #SaferGaming