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.
Business

Xsolla and Flexion Announce Strategic Partnership

Through their partnership, Flexion is integrating Xsolla's global payment system into its platform. The announcement comes just before Android developers in the US will be able to integrate external payment systems.

21. Oktober 2025 15:20

Prüfsituation im Prüfinstitut beim Test von Spielecontrollern. Damit werden Buttons millionenfach gedrückt.
Games and Products

Stiftung Warentest Rates Numerous Controllers as "Good"

In its latest issue, Stiftung Warentest tested 18 controllers, including a 3 million click test, and found that standard controllers, including those from third parties, are sufficient for most gamers.

21. Oktober 2025 14:34

Business

Power of Play: China

As part of the Power of Play survey, industry associations also took a close look at the participating countries. GamesMarkt summarizes the results. This time: China.

20. Oktober 2025 15:02

Business

InGame Job and Values Value Present Final Study Results

Over a quarter lost their jobs last year, and more and more are leaving the industry. These are the conclusions of the Games Industry Employment Survey, the final version of which has now been published.

20. Oktober 2025 13:21

Games and Products

EA Sports FC Skips Gold and Platinum Awards at Launch

There was no question that the new EA Sports FC would receive a sales award in its launch month, and now we know which one it is. And who else can celebrate.

20. Oktober 2025 09:21

People

Hans Ippisch on his Book and What His Career in Games Taught Him

Over the weekend, Hans Ippisch, former developer and media manager, celebrated the launch of his book “Drei Leben für Games” (Three lives for games) at a reading in Mönchengladbach. We spoke with Hans about the project, how it developed, and conclusions he has drawn from his industry experience.

20. Oktober 2025 07:32

Business

Power of Play: Sweden

As part of the Power of Play survey, industry associations also took a close look at the participating countries. GamesMarkt summarizes the results. This time: Sweden.

17. Oktober 2025 12:17

Business

Esports Awards Announces Nominees, Voing is Running

The Esports Awards are entering the final phase. Voting began after the nominees were announced. The awards will be presented on November 19 in Las Vegas.

17. Oktober 2025 10:04

Business

Macedonian Games Industry Association Becomes the 25th Member of the EGDF

The European umbrella association for game developers, the European Games Developer Federation (EGDF), continues to expand. With the addition of the Macedonian association MGI, EGDF has welcomed its 25th institutional member.

17. Oktober 2025 08:21

Business

Power of Play: Italy

As part of the Power of Play survey, industry associations also took a close look at the participating countries. GamesMarkt summarizes the results. This time: Italy.

16. Oktober 2025 14:04