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game – the German Games Industry Association congratulates all winners of the German Computer Game Awards 2023
The German Computer Game Awards were presented before a live audience for the first time since 2019. Around 600 guests from the game industry and the cultural, social and political spheres accepted the invitation to celebrate the best German computer and video games, as well as their makers, in Berlin.
The attendees were joined by hundreds of thousands of additional viewers who followed the event via live stream. A total of 800,000 euros in prize money was given out. ‘Chained Echoes’ from Matthias Linda and Deck13 Spotlight was honoured as Best German Game. The award for Studio of the Year went to Paintbucket Games of Berlin. The studio, founded in 2018, has in a period of just a few years made a name for itself with games that take up, and inspire players to reflect on, socially relevant topics through compelling experiences.
Examples include the games ‘Through the Darkest of Times’ and ‘Beholder 3’, the latter of which won in the category Best Serious Game this year. The award in the unendowed category Best International Game went to ‘God of War Ragnarök’ from Santa Monica Studio and Sony Interactive Entertainment. The jury and the community chose Pia Scholz, aka Shurjoka, as Player of the Year. Via live stream, she discusses with her fans not only games but also a broad range of current issues – from diversity to the problems of right-wing radicalism and sexism to mental health and her career as an influencer. With the German Computer Game Awards, the year’s best German-produced computer and video games are honoured by the federal government, represented by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), jointly with game – the German Games Industry Association.
‘Congratulations to all winners of the German Computer Game Awards! Finally, we were able to present these awards before a large audience again. This year in particular, the creative minds behind the games more than deserve this large stage, because the nominated games were all created under the difficult conditions of the coronavirus pandemic. And despite these challenges, this period gave rise to outstanding games that have attracted a great deal of attention both in Germany and abroad,’ says Felix Falk, Managing Director of game – the German Games Industry Association.
Overview of all winners
Best German Game (endowed with 100,000 euros for the winning game)
Chained Echoes (Matthias Linda / Deck13 Spotlight)
The other two nominees each receive 30,000 euros:
Beholder 3 (Paintbucket Games / Alawar Entertainment)
SIGNALIS (rose-engine / Humble Games)
Best Family Game (endowed with 40,000 euros)
Die magische Bretterbudenburg (Meander Books)
Newcomer Award – Best Debut (endowed with 60,000 euros for the best debut)
SIGNALIS (rose-engine / Humble Games)
The other two nominees each receive 25,000 euros:
Chained Echoes (Matthias Linda / Deck13 Spotlight)
Dome Keeper (Bippinbits / Raw Fury)
Newcomer Award – Best Prototype (endowed with 50,000 euros for the best prototype)
Light of Atlantis (Alina Fasen, Luisa Höhne, Vincent Krenzke, Simone Mayer, Alexander Nham / HAW Hamburg)
The other four nominees each receive 25,000 euros:
A Sister’s Journey (Florian Lackner)
Mail Tail (Robin Heisterkamp)
Ova Magica (Claudia Gorsky)
Thief of Smiles (Robert Brand, Lars Hinnerk Grevsmühl, Alina Hies, Felix Kosian, Marcel Zurawka)
Best Innovation and Technology (endowed with 40,000 euros)
BEETHOVEN // OPUS 360 (agon e. V.)
Best Graphic Design (endowed with 40,000 euros)
ABRISS – Build to Destroy (Randwerk Games)
Best Audio Design (endowed with 40,000 euros)
SIGNALIS (rose-engine / Humble Games)
Best Game Design (endowed with 40,000 euros)
Dome Keeper (Bippinbits / Raw Fury)
Best Serious Game (endowed with 40,000 euros)
Beholder 3 (Paintbucket Games / Alawar Entertainment)
Best Mobile Game (endowed with 40,000 euros)
Dungeons of Dreadrock (Christoph Minnameier)
Best Expert Game (endowed with 40,000 euros)
Touch Type Tale – Strategic Typing (Pumpernickel Studio / Epic Games)
Best International Game (not endowed)
God of War Ragnarök (SIE Santa Monica Studio / Sony Interactive Entertainment)
Player of the Year (not endowed)
Pia Scholz (aka Shurjoka)
Studio of the Year (endowed with 50,000 euros)
Paintbucket Games (Berlin)
Special Jury Award (endowed with 10,000 euros)
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ScatterKings adds sugar-coated spin to Austria with bespoke win2day partnership
ScatterKings has made its debut in Austria, partnering with operator win2day to bring its vibrant, hand-crafted portfolio to one of Europe’s most tightly regulated markets.
Headlining the partnership is Sweet win2day, a mouth-watering title designed exclusively for the operator. Other standout ScatterKings games, including Coins of Cleo, Vikings and Hogs Christmas and Big Bob, have also hit the screens of win2day’s customers, with further releases scheduled to follow.
Win2day is operated by Austrian Lotteries, which was founded more than 50 years ago and holds the only licence to offer online casino gaming in the country. The brand has gained a rich heritage as a trusted name in the market, priding itself on being one of the industry’s most responsible operators.
Through this deal, the new and fiercely passionate provider is redefining what modern slot content looks like for local players.
For ScatterKings, every game stands as a testament to its philosophy – proven mechanics fused with genuine artistic vision. A true labour of love from battle-tested developers, the brand-new studio, years in the making, is channelling its expertise into games crafted with soul.
With a leadership team of seasoned industry veterans spanning years of experience, ScatterKings is primed to accelerate its global growth and continue building games that deliver non-stop thrills.
Steven Cross, CCO at ScatterKings, said: “Our launch with win2day is such a proud moment for us and it’s a partnership built on trust in both our vision and craft.
“Entering such an exclusive market is a powerful endorsement of the quality and personality our content brings. We’re here to deliver premium entertainment to players under the most respected regulatory standards.”
Georg Wawer, Managing Director at win2day, said: “As Austria’s only licensed online gambling operator, it is our responsibility to offer players exclusively high-quality, secure and fully compliant gaming content. With ScatterKings, we welcome a highly innovative partner whose technological excellence and creative strength perfectly match our uncompromising standards.
“The studio’s games are optimised to meet the strictest player protection requirements, ensuring that every title on our platform delivers not only great entertainment but also the highest level of safety and responsibility. Their growing portfolio will be a valuable and exciting addition to win2day.”
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Tom Horn Gaming strengthens its presence in Czech market through partnership with Kingsbet.cz
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Leading iGaming software supplier Tom Horn Gaming has announced a new partnership with Kingsbet.cz, marking another significant step in the company’s strategic expansion within the Czech market.
The collaboration sees Tom Horn Gaming’s engaging suite of top-performing games, including player favourites like 81 Frutas Grandes, Book of Aladdin, Flaming Fruit Deluxe, and 243 Crystal Fruits Deluxe, go live with Kingsbet.cz, providing Czech players with access to a rich selection of locally tailored gaming content.
With a portfolio built on distinctive mechanics that combine classic slot features popular among Czech players with innovative twists, the supplier is steadily enhancing its market presence and remains committed to delivering gaming titles tailored to local player tastes.
“The Czech Republic is one of our key regulated markets with strong potential, and the partnership with Kingsbet.cz, a trusted and fast-growing operator in the region, is another step in our expansion plans,” said Ondrej Lapides, CEO at Tom Horn Gaming. “We’re firmly focused on deepening our footprint in the region and delivering premium localised entertainment that Czech players love while supporting our operator partners’ growth in this dynamic market.”
David Vanek, CEO at Kingsbet.cz added: “Partnering with Tom Horn Gaming brings tremendous value to our offering. Their portfolio combines quality, innovation, and an understanding of what Czech players enjoy most. We’re confident this collaboration will help us deliver even more engaging gaming experiences and strengthen our position in the market”.
This latest partnership underlines Tom Horn Gaming’s continued focus on regulated market growth, reinforcing its mission to bring distinctive and entertaining gaming experiences to players worldwide while building strong, mutually beneficial relationships with operators in key regions.
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game’s 2026 industry barometer – the mood in the German games industry is beginning to brighten
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