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France declares video games part of culture, plans international festival

French President Emmanuel Macron has declared video games a significant part of French culture, inspired by the success of games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. He announced plans to host a new international gaming festival in France, aiming to bolster the country's position in the global gaming industry. AI

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France declares video games part of culture, plans international festival

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    🎮 Inspired by the success of games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, French president Emmanuel Macron declares 'videogames are part of our culture' and announce

    🎮 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. 📰 Sourc…