Election 2026: NZ First promises to double tax rebate for video game makers

Home / BusinessUpdatedChris KeallTechnology Editor/Senior Business Writer·NZ Herald·20 Oct, 2026 02:27 AM6 mins to read‌NZ First leader Winston Peters will announce a new policyNew Zealand First has promised to double a tax rebate for video game makers to 40c back for every $1 spent creating a new title – despite some of its largest players being highly profitable and offshore-owned. The video game industry recently reported total revenue in FY2026 increased by 33% AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.