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Experience and expertise for members – Now online seminars too
... than just a pastime ... playing together also strengthens social cohesion"
Contract negotiations with publishers on equal footing
News
Information for ALL game authors about library royalties in Germany!
To enable all game authors to benefit from the library royalty payment, the SAZ is now making its guide to the necessary procedures with VG WORT available not only to its members. The guide contains full details on how to enter into a rights management agreement with VG WORT and on how to report titles.
Read more … Information for ALL game authors about library royalties in Germany!
LUCCA Games Award - Board Game Designer of the year
Paolo Mori is the winner of the Board Game Designer of the Year 2026 award at the Italian festival Lucca Comics & Games.
Read more … LUCCA Games Award - Board Game Designer of the year
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Game of the Year Jury: The nominated games 2026
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