Inspired by the success of games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, French president Emmanuel Macron declares 'videogames are part of our culture' and announces a new international gaming festival
It seems like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 really made an impact on Macron.
French President Emmanuel Macron has declared video games to be an integral part of French culture and announced plans for an international gaming festival. During an address at the Lumiere Summit, Macron highlighted the success of the critically acclaimed French JRPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, which has sold millions of copies and earned multiple awards. The president emphasized that games deserve to be recognized alongside movies and other creative works as part of France's cultural heritage.
Macron's announcement came as part of a broader discussion on the future of cinema, motion pictures, and related industries. He noted the profound changes brought about by advancements in technology, such as artificial intelligence and online platforms, and stressed the need for collaboration between creators, industries, and nations to harness these innovations.
Macron's vision for the international gaming festival aims to bring together creators, innovators, and stakeholders from around the world to celebrate and advance the gaming industry.
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