Paris Games Week returns to the Porte de Versailles halls with a public first format that always pulls big crowds. It is a showcase built by SELL and backed by publishers and hardware makers, with the show floor skewing toward playable demos and holiday launches.
Dates: October 30 to November 2 Venue: Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, 1 Pl. de la Porte de Versailles, 75015 Paris Format: Onsite, B2C Registration: parisgamesweek.com
What PC players get out of PGW
Hands on time with year end releases. Expect playable PC builds alongside console kiosks, which is ideal for checking performance settings and input feel before you buy.
Hardware corners. Vendors usually bring fresh GPUs, monitors, and peripherals. It is the best way to test 1440p and 4K panels, latency modes, and keyboard switches without guessing from spec sheets.
Indies and French studios. PGW is a strong window into the regional scene. Discover PC first titles that will launch on Steam or Epic later in the season.
Esports and communities. Local tournaments and meetups are a reliable path to teams, streamers, and mod groups if you live in the region.
Quick plan for a single day
Morning: hit the PC hardware aisles for monitors and headsets before queues build.
Midday: rotate across the biggest PC demos and record your FPS and settings.
Afternoon: spend time in the indie zone and grab press kits for your wishlist.
Evening: photo sweep for thumbnails and social posts, then check small finals at the esports stage.
Good to know
PGW is a public event with heavy foot traffic. Book tickets in advance and plan breaks.
If you travel with a laptop, note that bag checks at the gate are strict.
Families attend in large numbers, so early slots are best for long demos.
