Bio / presentation

The European Games Developer Federation (EGDF) is the organization representing video game developers across Europe. Founded in 2007, it brings together national associations of game development studios from various countries, working to strengthen Europe’s digital creative ecosystem. Its mission is to advocate for developers' interests before European institutions, promote supportive policies for the digital creative industries, and encourage innovation, diversity, and sustainability within the sector. EGDF operates in key areas such as intellectual property, access to finance, talent development, and international expansion. It also supports cooperation projects and the development of best practices in the gaming industry. Based in Finland, EGDF serves as a strategic voice for building a competitive, creative, and responsible European video game sector with significant cultural, economic, and social impact globally.