Relaunched last year following the forced break due to the COVID crisis, the Paris Games Week aims to regain the fervor and momentum of previous years. To achieve this, a substantial program has been set up for the five days of festivities awaiting visitors. Titled “Next Level,” this 2023 edition will feature support from the three manufacturers (PlayStation, Nintendo, and Xbox), as well as numerous publishers (Bandai Namco, PLAION, Square Enix, Ubisoft, Bethesda, Capcom, and Warner Bros. Entertainment) who have signed up for a booth. Each publisher will bring their latest games, whether already released or not, with access to somewhat unique demos available if one is willing to queue for the behind-the-scenes sessions. Here is the complete lineup for each publisher.
At the Bandai Namco stand, games inspired by popular anime and manga series will be showcased. These include “NARUTO X BORUTO: Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS,” which features the official French voices from the anime “SAND LAND.” Also on display is the adaptation of Akira Toriyama’s work and “Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash.” Visitors can challenge friends to “TEKKEN 8,” the latest entry in the renowned series.
At the Ubisoft booth: The prestigious Assassin’s Creed franchise returns to Paris Games Week (PGW) with its latest installment, Assassin’s Creed Mirage. Prince of Persia The Lost Crown will be available for play in French prior to its January 18, 2024, release. Additionally, racing game fans can enjoy thrilling sessions of The Crew Motorfest. On Ubisoft’s main stage, attendees are invited to experience the lively dance floor with Just Dance 2024 Edition!
On the PLAION stand, players of all ages will be welcome to enjoy games tailored to various tastes. For the first time, the French public will have the opportunity to play the highly anticipated titles Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth from SEGA. Aspiring singers or budding rockstars can compete in Let’s Sing 2024, which is set for release at the end of the year. Additionally, Persona 5 Tactica, Persona 3 Reload, Sonic Superstars, Granblue Fantasy: Relink, and Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged will also be available to play.
At the Warner Bros. Entertainment stand, visitors will have the opportunity to play the reboot of the cult fighting game series, Mortal Kombat 1. Additionally, participants can compete in the French championship of Mortal Kombat 1.
On the PlayStation area: find Square Enix with for the first time playable in Europe, FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, the much-anticipated new story of the critically acclaimed FINAL FANTASY VII remake.
At the Xbox area, visitors are invited to try Forza Motorsport, The Elder Scrolls Online (Bethesda), and Microsoft Flight Simulator, as well as a variety of other games and experiences that will be unveiled soon.
On the Arc System Works stand, visitors can play Guilty Gear Strive, Under Night In-Birth2, and River City: Rival Showdown. Celebrating French video game culture, the “Made in France” Games Area returns with a 600 m² dedicated space. Over 23 studios and publishers, including Amplitude Studios, DON’T NOD, Focus Entertainment, and Microids, will present more than 30 iconic games from French creation. Among others, players can test Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden (Focus Entertainment x DON’T NOD), expected for February 13, 2024, Jusant (DON’T NOD) available October 31, 2023, Flashback 2 (Microids) available November 16, 2023, Lysfanga: The Time Shift Warrior (Sand Door Studio), or Under The Waves (Parallel Studio).
The PC sector will be represented by notable companies such as AORUS, the gaming brand from GIGABYTE and a leading provider in PC components and gaming hardware, along with ASUS ROG (Republic Of Gamers). JBL, known for its gaming accessories, will also participate with its line of gaming headsets, JBL Quantum.
Esports events will also be present on the main stage of PGW, including major esports competition finals.
Revived last year following the enforced break due to the COVID crisis, the Paris Games Week aims to recapture the fervor and momentum of previous years. To achieve this, a robust schedule has been organized for the five days of festivities awaiting visitors. Titled “Next Level,” this 2023 edition will have the backing of the three manufacturers (PlayStation, Nintendo, and Xbox), as well as numerous publishers (Bandai Namco, PLAION, Square Enix, Ubisoft, Bethesda, Capcom, and Warner Bros. Entertainment) who have signed up for a booth. Each will bring their latest games, whether already released or not, with the possibility of accessing somewhat unique demos if one is willing to queue for behind-closed-doors sessions.
Families can explore video games together and experience enjoyable gaming moments in the PGW Junior area. Various games suitable for all ages will be available, including “Jumanji: Wild Adventures” and “PAW Patrol World – The Paw Patroller” (Bandai Namco). For cosplay enthusiasts, Imagin’Con will showcase prominent national, European, and international talents at its stand and throughout the convention hall. To conclude this 2023 edition, the final of the PGW Cosplay Championship, France’s official cosplay competition, will take place on November 5 on the main PGW stage.
This year, as MO5 celebrates its 20th anniversary, it will once again be present at the Paris Games Week (PGW) with its retro gaming area. This section will offer visitors a journey through over 50 years of video game history. For the first time, MO5 will host a PGW auction on Sunday, November 5, featuring several lots including vintage consoles and collector’s games.
This year, the Paris Games Week (PGW), which was relaunched last year after a hiatus due to COVID-19, aims to recapture the enthusiasm and momentum from previous years. To achieve this, an extensive program has been organized for the five-day event scheduled for visitors. Titled “Next Level,” this 2023 edition will receive support from all three manufacturers (PlayStation, Nintendo, and Xbox) as well as numerous publishers including Bandai Namco, PLAION, Square Enix, Ubisoft, Bethesda, Capcom, and Warner Bros. Entertainment, who have signed up for booths. Each publisher will showcase their latest games, both released and upcoming, with the possibility of accessing unique demos by queuing for behind-closed-doors sessions.The full lineup includes:- **Bandai Namco**: Featuring anime-inspired titles such as NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS, SAND LAND, Jujutsu Kaisen Cursed Clash, and TEKKEN 8.- **Ubisoft**: Showcase of Assassin’s Creed Mirage, exclusive French version of Prince of Persia The Lost Crown, The Crew Motorfest, and Just Dance 2024 Edition on their main stage.- **PLAION**: Highlighting titles like Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name, Let’s Sing 2024, Persona 5 Tactica, Persona 3 Reload, Sonic Superstars, Granblue Fantasy: Relink, and Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged.- **Warner Bros. Entertainment**: Offering a playable version of Mortal Kombat 1 and hosting the French championship.- **PlayStation Area**: Featuring FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH available in Europe for the first time.- **Xbox Area**: Including games such as Forza Motorsport, The Elder Scrolls Online, Microsoft Flight Simulator among others.- **Arc System Works Stand**: Showcasing Guilty Gear Strive, Under Night In-Birth2, River City: Rival Showdown.- **”Made in France” Games Area**: Over 23 French studios and publishers presenting more than 30 games such as Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, Jusant, Flashback 2, Lysfanga: The Time Shift Warrior, and Under The Waves.- **PC Sector**: Featuring AORUS by GIGABYTE and ASUS ROG, along with JBL’s gaming headset line, JBL Quantum.- **Esports Events**: Major esports competition finals on the main stage.Additional attractions include PGW Junior for family-friendly games, Imagin’Con for cosplay enthusiasts, and a 20th anniversary celebration of MO5, featuring retro gaming and a PGW auction offering vintage consoles and collectors’ games.
