As a flagship event for Berlin, Games Ground will be a valuable gaming festival, covering all facets of gaming culture and industry both in terms of content and interdisciplinary approaches.
Games Ground brings consumers and the industry together for a constructive exchange on an equal footing. In addition to important B2B content such as business insights, career opportunities, and education, the event focuses on the content and interests of the gaming community.
The diverse range of formats on offer demonstrates the diversity of the industry and makes Games Ground the platform for all gaming enthusiasts.
Games Ground wants to create a safe environment where everyone feels accepted and welcome, where there is no space for any form of discrimination, abuse or marginalisation on the grounds of gender, ethnicity, religion, background, skin colour, religious belief, sexuality, gender identity, socioeconomic class or disability.
In order to achieve that, it’s important that we all stay aware and mindful of our surroundings, both within our team and the public.
If you or someone around you is being mistreated or discriminated against during the event, please come talk to the Games Ground team. We are there for you.
Games Ground will not tolerate any case of discrimination and reserves the right to revoke and deny persons access to the festival.
Short version for the lazy bunch:
No discrimination of any sort: no racism, no nazis, no homophobia, no transphobia. Just NO.
Most played game: World of Warcraft
The career began at Games Academy, leading to early involvement with gamesweek berlin and support for the event. Experience in community management at Thought Fish deepened a passion for the gaming industry and its events. Today, the games industry feels like family, especially with the passion seen in indie game developers.
Most played game: Anno 1404, The Witcher 3
For over 15 years, experience in the event industry includes producing a wide range of events such as conferences, concerts, receptions, and sports and marketing events. In 2021 and 2022, Gamesweek in Berlin was produced, followed by becoming one of the founders of Games Ground.
Most played game: The Witcher 3
With over a decade of experience in event production, I started in the world of sound systems and LAN parties. From conferences and festivals to DIY events—you name it, I’ve done it.
Most played game: Worms
Healing from the Music industry, Got into the Gaming industry through Beat Em Hub, Versatile is my second name!
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Most played game: Mega Man X
Entering the gaming industry in 2018, comprehensive expertise has been built across all areas of game development. Experience in mobile games laid the foundation, and since 2020, work as a self-employed Technical Designer, Moderator, and Lecturer has followed. Involvement spans key phases like studio setup, prototyping, and conceptual design, establishing a reputation as a sought-after expert.
Most played game: The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind
Successfully turned a philosophy major into a glowing career as a German teacher for foreigners. Decided to study again, but Game Design this time. Happily married to my new life as a VR Game Developer.
Most played game: FFVII, World of Warcraft
Co-founder of Beat Em Hub, focused on empowering independent game studios and fostering growth within the gaming community. Curates and collaborates on XR projects to support innovative studios. At Games Ground, invested in XR, eSports, influencers, content creators, and gaming awareness.
Most played game: Fallout 4
Studied communication design with a longstanding passion for gaming, which came together at NERDIC. Currently contributing expertise in sales and marketing to Games Ground.
Most played game: Elden Ring
A video game localization expert (ENG-ITA), has worked on titles ranging from indie games to AAA productions like Wukong and Frostpunk 2. Co-founder and CEO of Beat Em Hub, fostering inclusive gaming culture and community through events across Berlin and Germany. Also co-founded Games Ground, curating impactful B2B programs with diverse speakers.
Most played game: The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time
Self-employed as a graphic designer since 2014, with additional work as a musician, songwriter, and videographer in the following years. Studied audiovisual media at HDM in Stuttgart and founded Beben Berlin, a video and social media agency, in 2020.
Most played game: Pokemon (Red Edition)
I have been a freelance social media manager and consultant since 2017. In 2020, I founded the video and social media agency Beben Berlin, based in Berlin.
Most played game: Final Fantasy VII
With over a decade in tech and gaming, experience supports independent studios by providing resources and enhancing career paths. Involvement includes community-driven initiatives like Beat Em Hub, Clash of Nerds, NerdAdvisor, and Games Ground. As vice-chairman of IGDA Berlin, the focus is on strengthening ties between Berlin’s gaming industry and the global community.
Most played game: RDR 2, Doctor Mario
Co-CEO and Audio Director of Dexai Arts UG (for 3,5y), an Indie game development studio, based in Berlin. About to release first title in Q4 this year. Co-Founder and Event Manager of Beat Em Hub UG, organizing gaming and community events within Berlin and Germany.
Most played game: Siedler von Catan
With Nerdic, Gianni supports nerdy projects through services including marketing, consulting, web design, and event management. The company also runs several in-house events.
Most played game: CS:GO
With a background in eSport Management from HAM, joined Team NERDIC in February 2023, contributing to the team’s innovative efforts and driving forward impactful projects within the gaming and eSports sectors.
Most played game: The Witcher 3
Despite my university professors joking that studying German Studies and History would lead to a career as a taxi driver, I’m now the Communications Manager at NERDIC and Games Ground. After completing my degree, I entered the games industry nearly three years ago, and now I get to combine my passion for gaming with my profession.
Most played game: Destiny 2, Animal Crossing, Ark, Cod
A gamer since 1989 and founder of Nerdistan 8 years ago, mastering the art of gaming events with expertise that could be called ‘Level 99.’
Most played game: Tetris
I come from the event industry, which has increasingly focused on gaming and gamification in recent years. This shift has sparked my interest in the gaming world. As a result, I saw an opportunity to engage with and enter the realm of gaming events. This transition has allowed me to combine my background with my newfound passion for gaming.
This project is co-financed by
Games Ground GmbH
Swinemünder Str. 8
10435 Berlin
Amtsgericht Berlin (Charlottenburg), HRB 254218DE 361 810 601
Nico Berge
Sebastian Gsänger
Fernanda Pagani
Gianni Sommer
Andreas Zorn
Games Ground GmbH
Andreas Zorn
Swinemünder Str. 8
10435 Berlin
We are not willing or obliged to participate in dispute resolution proceedings before a consumer arbitration board.
