Play Sorbonne Festival: A Celebration of Video and Board Games

The‍ Pierre and Marie Curie Campus of the Sorbonne University is set to host​ the Play Sorbonne Festival, a vibrant celebration⁤ of video and board games, on Saturday, September 28, 2024.

This year ‌marks the seventh edition⁣ of⁢ the festival, organized by Sorbonne University’s vocational school students. ‍The event promises ‌to⁣ bring together enthusiasts of video games, board games, and⁣ other forms of interactive⁤ entertainment.‌ The festival will take ⁢place ⁤at the Pierre and Marie Curie Campus in the⁢ 5th‌ arrondissement of Paris.

Attendees‌ can look forward to a diverse range of activities, including interactive improvisational theater, a live‌ concert ⁢of video game soundtracks, and a cosplay competition. These activities are free to watch, listen to,⁣ and participate in. ​The festival will also feature a 12,000m2 space where developers, publishers, associations,​ and other game industry professionals will gather to showcase ⁢their work.

The Play Sorbonne Festival is an inclusive event that welcomes gamers and ⁢non-gamers alike. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer ​or simply curious about the world of‍ gaming, this festival is an ⁣excellent opportunity to learn and have fun. Admission is free, but pre-registration is‍ recommended to secure your spot.

Festival Program Highlights

• Meet and greet with⁢ independent game developers
• Free access to board games, arcade machines, and video ​games
• Exhibitions and conferences on various ‍aspects of gaming
• E-Sports tournaments featuring popular games such as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart 8, ‍and more
• A live role-playing game hosted by FibreTigre, ​featuring MisterMV, Lydia, Daz, and ⁣Lâm
• Improvisational theater performances
• A live concert​ of video game ⁣soundtracks

Pre-register for the Play Sorbonne Festival on Eventbrite to ensure‍ your spot at this exciting event.