Since early 2022, the media network association medianet berlinbrandenburg e.V. has been working on the requirements of implementation for this ambitious plan, in collaboration with a steering committee consisting of several partners:
- medianet berlinbrandenburg e.V. as the project’s leading coordinator,
- game – The German Games Industry Association as knowledge provider and national representative,
- Ubisoft – renown games developer and publisher – as anchor tenant
- and WISTA Management GmbH of the state of Berlin as real estate operator.
The extensive combined expertise and network of the steering committee in the fields of the games industry, real estate, and politics are aimed at ensuring a successful project launch in 2026.
What exactly is the House of Games?
A facility in a central location in the German capital will offer around 15,000 square meters of space for various games-related purposes such as:
- games companies,
- co-working,
- multifunctional shared spaces,
- B2C areas,
- technology service providers,
- culture and scientific research, as well as
- events, conferences and exhibitions regarding the topics games and esports.
Arising in the heart of Berlin, House of Games will become a metaphorical beacon for the whole industry, not only for the metropolitan area of Berlin and Brandenburg, but also for all of Germany and even internationally.
Knowledge exchange, cooperations, access to networks, financing, projects and shared spaces for events and meetings as well as attractive jobs make the House of Games a game-changing workplace, and a leading development and economy location that enhances synergies.
“With a record funding amount at the state level of 5.3 million euros, Berlin-Brandenburg supported game development in the capital region in 2023. Games, esports, immersive technologies, and creative technologies are the areas of the creative economy that represent some of the largest economic factors for this region.
With the ‘House of Games,’ a place is being created in Berlin where business, science, education, culture, and the general public meet, showcasing the entire ecosystem surrounding the cultural asset of games.
Whether large or small companies, developer studios, co-working spaces, startups, cultural or educational institutions: The ‘House of Games’ in Berlin will be a magnet for national and international gaming enthusiasts – both in the B2B and B2C sectors.”
– Jeannine Koch, Chairwoman & CEO – medianet berlinbrandenburg e.V.
When will the House of Games be opened and where will it be located?
The current plan includes a time frame for the opening by 2026. The location in a central area of Berlin will be revealed to the public within the first half of 2025.
Who will be able to rent spaces in the House of Games?
The House of Games will offer spaces and opportunities for a wide range of potential tenants rooted in the games industry, for example:
- national and international game studios,
- start-ups and indie studios,
- esports organizations,
- technology and service providers,
- agencies,
- associations and clubs,
- cultural and scientific institutions,
- as well as freelancers.
More than 25 parties from the economic sector of games have already expressed interest in renting spaces at the House of Games. Interest is constantly rising.
Join the project!
You want to be represented at the heart of the games industry and capitalize on its synergies? In that case, the House of Games is just the right project for you. Whether you’re a company, freelancer, or institution: If you’re part of the games industry, we have the perfect space for you. Get in touch with us!
We are also looking for partners who want to help us realize this ambitious project. Contact us for more information!
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