Gamers are a very passionate and active community in Germany. As with any segment of the population, there are always going to be those among us who have a fetish for playing video games and others who don’t share our interests. But regardless of one’s taste, there is no denying the fact that gaming has become an extremely popular pastime in the country over the last few years. In 2022, you’ll see even more German gamers thanks to some amazing gaming startups! These 10 startups stand out from their competition not only because they’re game developers but also because they have something truly unique to offer as companies. Let’s take a look at these 10 best German gaming startups:

1. Double Eleven

This gaming startup is based in Berlin and specializes in creating immersive experiences for players. Their first product, Double Eleven: London, is an ambitious scheme to bring the city’s famous landmarks to life as if they were in the game. The team created a full-blown virtual reality world with over 100 virtual places to explore, including the London Eye, Gherkin, and more. The initiative has been so successful that they’ve now shipped more than one million virtual reality headsets. The company is still hard at work on its next big project—the Oculus Rift.

2. Niconico Inc.

This gaming startup is based in Hamburg and is focused on creating a unique online community where users can share their passions and create communities around them. The startup’s first product, Niconico Inc., is an alternative to YouTube that allows users to share their favorite videos, play games, and much more—all from the convenience of their computer. The platform has become a great way for people to share their passions and passions with other people in a very safe and secure environment.

3. CE4L Studios

This gaming startup is based in Berlin and specializes in creating immersive experiences for players. The team created a full-blown virtual reality world with over 100 virtual places to explore, including the London Eye, Gherkin, and more. The initiative has been so successful that they’ve now shipped more than one million virtual reality headsets. The company is still hard at work on its next big project—the Oculus Rift.

4. GamersGlobal (Germany) GmbH

This gaming company is based in Munich and specializes in online games as well as a desktop and mobile games. The startup offers a diverse selection of games—including Counter-Strike, FIFA, and Magic: The Gathering—as well as stronger e-sports titles. The company’s main office is in Munich but it has operations in Berlin as well. The leadership team consists of experienced veterans in the gaming industry.

5. Amazon Games Store (Germany) GmbH

This gaming startup is based in Hamburg and specializes in selling games from a catalog of over 15,000 titles, including classics, new releases, and exclusives. The Hamburg-based startup has dealt with over 100 different digital game publishers, including massive European names like Capcom, Deep Silver, Konami, and more. In addition to its digital presence, the Hamburg-based startup also runs a dedicated esports venue in Hamburg where top-flight games like Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, Fortnite, and League of Legends are played.

6. Bitkom

This gaming startup is the brainchild of Markus Wieß, who previously founded an online payment system called PayPal. The Bitkom gaming startup is focused on bringing online games to a wider audience, particularly in developing countries where traditional gaming platforms are often blocked or unavailable. The startup is backed by the Swiss Re private equity firm and the Telefónica BTKOM group. Vieques vision is to create a new generation of video game enthusiasts in emerging markets who are empowered with the ability to play video games at their convenience, anytime, anywhere.

7. D-Box

This gaming startup is based in Hamburg and specializes in developing online games. The startup’s first product, D-Box, lets users create their reality, where they can engage in everything from chilling out to saving the world. The startup also runs a VR lab where enthusiasts can head inside virtual realities created by other players.

8. MyRepublic

This gaming startup is based in Munich and specializes in online games. The startup’s first product, MyRepublic, let players make a living as a professional boxers, complete with fight scenes and sparring sessions. The startup also offers several e-sports titles and sponsors tournaments.

9. Royal World of Warcraft

This gaming startup is based in Hamburg and specializes in developing online games. The startup’s first product, Royal World of Warcraft, is a massive World of Warcraft-themed online game with a full social spectrum, from the king of the jungle to the common kitchen. The startup also runs a training facility for new employees.

10. Allo Bene

This gaming startup is based in Hamburg and specializes in selling games to kids. The startup’s first product, Allo Bene, lets kids make videos and post them to social media with the option to win incentives. These are just a small sample of the amazing new startups that will be entering the German gaming market in 2022. As more and more gamers look for new and exciting ways to spend their time, there is no doubt that Germany will be a leader in this segment of the economy.