We are the US video game industry, redefining the business and creative boundaries of entertainment. 🕹️🎮📺

Washington, DC
Gameplay goes beyond entertainment. It can also be a way to explore history and learn 🎮📚 ESA member @Ubisoft’s Discovery Tour App: AlUla uses the world of Assassin’s Creed Mirage: Valley of Memory to bring AlUla’s history and heritage to life. More: ubisoft.com/en-us/game/assas…
453
Every player should have the information they need to find the right game for them. The Accessible Games Initiative makes accessibility features easier to discover before players press play, supporting more informed choices and inclusive play. More: accessiblegames.com/
1
2
4
521
Happy #NationalVideoGamesDay! 🕹️ From the earliest technological innovations that laid the groundwork for video games to today’s consoles, online experiences, and immersive gameplay, games have continually evolved. Learn more about our industry: theesa.com/timeline-entry/hi…
1
4
489
Great game experiences are built through creative decisions behind the scenes. @EA's @Battlefield Studios Senior Audio Director Mari Saastamoinen Minto shares how the team approaches audio design in @Battlefield 6 and creates immersive experiences for players. More: theesa.com/behind-the-scenes…
355
Video games continue to be a powerful force shaping entertainment, tech, and culture. The GTA VI extended look from ESA member Take-Two drove a 24% increase in Netflix app downloads in the U.S. and a 436% increase in pre-orders on the day it premiered More in @TheWrap: thewrap.com/media-platforms/…
2
528
What makes a Battlefield experience unforgettable? The sound. We sat down with Battlefield Studios’ Senior Audio Director Mari Saastamoinen Minto to discuss how @EA’s @Battlefield 6 audio creates a more immersive and authentic experience for players. 🔗theesa.com/behind-the-scenes…
419
September is Healthy Aging Month! 🎮 Video games can help adults stay sharp, connected and engaged, from playing with grandkids to exploring new worlds and finding community. Learn more about the benefits of play for healthy aging: theesa.com/resources/healthy…
4
1
511
Every breath. Every impact. Every detail. @EA’s Battlefield Studios Senior Audio Director Mari Saastamoinen Minto takes us Behind the Scenes to explore how immersive audio design brings the sights, sounds, and physicality of @Battlefield 6 to life. Read more: theesa.com/behind-the-scenes…
418
College football is back and if you can’t wait for kickoff, EA SPORTS™ College Football 27 from ESA member @EA has you covered. Rivalries, traditions, and school pride are ready to play 24/7. College Football Week. Let's go! 🏈🎮
524
The smallest details can create the biggest moments. @EA's @Battlefield Studios Senior Audio Director Mari Saastamoinen Minto shares how advancements in game development and audio design are helping create richer, more immersive worlds in BF6. More: theesa.com/behind-the-scenes…
452
Learning takes many forms, including through play 🎒🎮 As students head back to school, we're highlighting how video games can help build skills like problem-solving, creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking. Learn more: theesa.com/resources/essenti…
1
479
Video games aren’t just for kids. 50% of Boomers and 32% of the Silent Generation play weekly, keeping their minds sharp through play. This #NationalSeniorCitizensDay, we celebrate seniors proving play has no age limit. More: theesa.com/resources/healthy… #ESAEssentialFacts
383
The best innovations often begin by asking who isn’t being served and what can be done to change that. Hear how Owlchemy Labs' Jazmin Cano is helping shape the future of inclusive XR in the latest installment of our Behind the Scenes series. Read more: theesa.com/behind-the-scenes…
463
ICYMI: At #G4C2026, ESA President & CEO Stanley Pierre-Louis joined Alan Lewis of Take-Two to discuss how investing in tomorrow's game creators through STEAM education, scholarships, and internships is shaping the future of games. Watch the conversation: piped.video/watch?v=NCKDl05d…
818
Congratulations to the 31 recipients of the 2026 @ESA_Foundation scholarships! 🎮🎓 By supporting students pursuing careers in video games and esports, the Foundation is helping empower the next generation of industry talent. Learn more: gamesindustry.biz/esa-founda…
2
1
614
Accessibility starts before you press play. The Accessible Games Initiative gives players clear information about accessibility features before they choose a game, helping everyone find experiences that fit the way they play. Learn more: accessiblegames.com/
2
1
517
As XR continues to evolve, so does the opportunity to make it more inclusive. We sat down with Owlchemy Labs' Jazmin Cano as she discusses how thoughtful design can help more people connect, communicate, and play in immersive virtual worlds. Read more: theesa.com/behind-the-scenes…
464
Today, on #NationalInternDay— and the final day of our summer internship program — we celebrate the incredible dedication and fresh perspectives our ESA interns brought to work every day. Their contributions are shaping the future of the video game industry. Keep leveling up! 🎮✨
486