The Game Industry’s Annual Pulse Check: The State of the Game Industry 2026 Survey Is Now Open

Each year, thousands of professionals contribute to GDC’s State of the Game Industry (SOTI) report, which informs studios, investors, and creators about where the market is heading. For 2026, the survey has been redesigned to represent the full breadth of the industry, including developers, executives, investors, marketers, educators, and support teams.

This year’s survey introduces:

• Smarter flow design that tailors questions to your expertise
  
• Expanded industry coverage, reflecting B2B roles and emerging tech
• Global inclusion, amplifying voices from every region

The report tracks key themes like:

• The rise of generative AI and its impact on production
• Career shifts, layoffs, and studio health
• Remote work culture and crunch
• Industry diversity, accessibility, and education

The results, to be published in January 2026, will provide a data-driven foundation for how game development evolves in the year ahead.

Take part in the survey. The deadline is the 4th of December.