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GB MAX gives you exclusive membership to the most influential B2B community in gaming, entertainment, and tech. Unlock VIP entry to GamesBeat flagship events, access to invite-only events, investor connections, and exclusive content such as The BIG Show, insider reports, and the insights shaping the future of business by our trusted editorial team.
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Member Testimonials

"I’m a big fan of Gina and Dean and their vision for a more holistic approach to covering entertainment and games. We live in a new era where the lines between media are blurring, and GamesBeat has done a great job widening the aperture, both by telling stories that reflect this convergence and by physically bringing these industries together. I’m excited for GamesBeat Max and this continued effort, and I look forward to being part of it."
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Sharon Tal YguadoFounder & CEO at Astrid Entertainment
"Dean Takahashi and GamesBeat have been essential to me as I work with many studios, publishers, infrastructure companies, etc. in the gaming industry. I am sure that GB MAX is going to provide me benefits well in excess of the modest price."
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Michael VorhausCEO, Vorhaus Advisors
"I joined GB MAX because, simply, the team has earned my membership. Dean Takahashi has shown throughout his career that he is one of the very best games journalists there is, and GamesBeat has been my go-to source for industry news for as long as I can remember. I can’t imagine not having access to their insights and analysis."
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"I joined GB Max because of your consistent commitment to principled and inclusive events, community, and coverage. When I think about what the games industry will evolve into in five or ten years, it'll be a more creative and dynamic industry because of the work you're doing."
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GB MAX is a premium membership designed for business and tech leaders shaping the future of gaming, entertainment, and innovation. More than just exclusive content, GB MAX is your gateway to a curated community of industry decision-makers, offering insights, connections, and opportunities that matter.

Access to Exclusive Content

Exclusive Newsletters

GamesBeat Briefing: your weekday burst of insight, built on trust and designed to keep you grounded in what matters. DeanBeat: Go behind the velvet rope with Dean Takahashi, GamesBeat’s Editorial Director and one of the most respected voices in tech and games journalism. Inside the Industry: Rachel Kaser brings a sharp, personal voice to the evolving business of games — and the technologies changing how we play, work, and connect.

The BIG Show

The BIG Podcast is GamesBeat’s flagship show — long-form, intimate conversations with the most influential minds in gaming, entertainment, AI, and interactive culture. It’s where big names stop doing PR and start being real.

Industry Reports

GB MAX Industry Reports cut through hype and hand you what executives actually need: market signals, strategic context, and practical next steps. Built for leaders across gaming, entertainment, tech, and adjacent industries, each report unpacks trends, opportunities, risks, and case studies — so you can make smarter decisions, faster.

Events

GamesBeat Summit

GamesBeat Summit is the flagship event for leaders across the game industry to gather and explore the business trends, emerging technologies, and creative forces shaping the future of gaming. Hosted May 18-19, 2026 in Los Angeles, the event features exclusive talks, networking, and dealmaking opportunities among top executives, creators, and investors.

GamesBeat Next

GamesBeat Next is where the next wave of gaming innovation takes the spotlight. Hosted in San Francisco on November 12-13, 2025, this annual event brings together startup founders, developers, investors, and visionaries to explore what’s emerging in game technology, platforms, and business models—and who’s leading the charge.

Hollywood & Games

Hollywood & Games is a curated event exploring the intersection of games, film, TV, creators, and emerging storytelling formats — from IP adaptation to transmedia worlds. As IP, audiences, and platforms blur, Hollywood & Games provides a rare space to discuss how stories are built, distributed, and monetized across mediums — with honesty and real-world case studies.

Crossfire

GamesBeat Crossfire is the invite-only live debate event where the gaming, tech, AI, and entertainment industries collide — onstage, unscripted, and in real time. Taking place during GDC week on March 10, it is the ultimate arena for executives, founders, investors, and creators to set strategy, challenge assumptions, and shape what’s next.

Executive Roundtables

The GB MAX Executive Roundtables are private, members-only conversations designed for leaders who make decisions that move the industry. Hosted and moderated by Dean Takahashi, Alex Lee and Rachel Kaser. These sessions bring together a select circle of executives, founders, investors, and platform operators to discuss — candidly and off the record — the challenges, opportunities, and strategic shifts shaping the $200B+ gaming and interactive tech landscape.

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