German Leaders Open Gamescom 2025, Pledge Stronger Support for Gaming Industry

Gamescom 2025 officially opened in Cologne on August 20, with prominent German politicians emphasizing the event’s significance for the country’s cultural and economic future. Federal Minister Dorothee Bär, North Rhine-Westphalia’s Minister-President Hendrik Wüst, and Cologne Mayor Henriette Reker led the ceremony, highlighting Germany’s ambition to become a global leader in the games sector.

Speakers stressed the gaming industry’s vast potential for innovation, job creation, and cross-border connectivity. Dorothee Bär announced a major increase in federal funding for games, aiming to make support more reliable and competitive internationally. She also revealed plans to introduce tax incentives, following successful models in other countries, to further boost Germany’s attractiveness for game developers.

Hendrik Wüst underscored North Rhine-Westphalia’s role as a top games hub, citing new funding guidelines focused on supporting startups and small projects. He praised Gamescom’s long-term commitment to Cologne, calling it a driver of economic growth and creative development.

The opening ceremony set the tone for a dynamic Gamescom, reinforcing Germany’s commitment to fostering a vibrant, innovative, and internationally competitive gaming ecosystem.

Source: GamesIndustry.bizhttps://www.gamesindustry.biz/german-politicians-officially-open-gamescom-2025