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Together we achieve more! We would like to thank our partners and supporters who accompany us throughout the year and whose commitment helps to make our projects and events possible. Their support is an important part of our work and our common goal: to promote and further develop the games culture in Cologne.
As a member of Games Syndicate Cologne e.V., you also benefit from exclusive conditions, special access and offers from our partners – real added value for our community!
Xperion Cologne (Hansaring)
Xperion Cologne is Europe’s largest gaming center in the heart of the city. On over 3,000 square meters, the experience world offers state-of-the-art technology, free gaming stations and social media hubs – all with free admission for gamers, influencers and fans. As one of our central event locations, the Games Syndicate Cologne program regularly takes place here, and our members also benefit from Xperion as a hardware partner.
STARTPLATZ Cologne
STARTPLATZ Cologne is the largest startup hub in NRW and offers coworking spaces, offices and a strong network for founders. With over 300 events a year and direct access to one of the largest investor networks, it is the central platform for innovation. As a cooperation partner in the Games Cluster NRW, STARTPLATZ supports us in strengthening the interface between the games industry and the startup scene.
Hotel Begardenhof Cologne Rodenkirchen
The Hotel Begardenhof combines stylish design with warm hospitality. In a quiet location in Rodenkirchen, it offers 34 comfortable rooms, modern conference rooms and a summer terrace – perfect for relaxing stays close to the city center. For our members, the Begardenhof is a valued partner that not only provides delicious catering for events, but also offers attractive hotel conditions.
Games.NRW
The association games.nrw e.V. networks developers, publishers and service providers in the games industry in North Rhine-Westphalia. With a direct line to politics and funding institutions, it advocates optimal framework conditions and the strengthening of NRW as a games location. Our close partnership enables a regular exchange on current topics and developments as well as the joint organization of events for the industry.
Film- und Medienstiftung NRW
The Film- und Medienstiftung NRW is the largest regional media funding organization in Germany and one of the most important in Europe. With around 35 million euros a year, it supports film, TV, media and games projects and ensures international appeal. Our cooperation focuses on funding topics, knowledge transfer and the further development of NRW as a location – a partnership of strategic importance for the games industry.
Cologne Game Lab
The Cologne Game Lab at TH Köln is one of the leading institutes for games education and research in Germany. It offers practical degree programs, innovative projects and international collaborations. Our partnership enables direct exchange with students and experts as well as joint initiatives to promote young talent in the games industry.
