Since 2018, the Île-de-France Region has actively supported video game production, with 81 projects aided to date. The support, initially in the form of mentorship from 2019, transitioned in 2025 to non-repayable investment grants, a measure that has more than doubled the number of applications.
The Region will be present at the Paris Games Week, from October 22 to 25, 2026, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Visitors can discover LABAZ, the app for aids and tips for 15-25 year olds, as well as the regional commitment to e-sport and sports in Île-de-France. A new sports zone will allow visitors to try various disciplines.
With an annual budget of €500,000 in 2026, the Region's Fund for Video Game Creation aims to diversify creation and strengthen the professional ecosystem. The shift to non-repayable grants since 2025 has led to a significant increase in applications, from 17 dossiers in 2024 to 38 in 2025, with 8 laureate projects.
Among the supported games, several notable titles were released in 2026. Darwin's Paradox!, a platform and adventure game, was launched on April 2, 2026, receiving €100,000 in support. Paragnosia: Museum, an observation and horror game, was released on March 30, 2026, with €19,000 in support.
The video game industry in Île-de-France comprises over 300 specialized companies, generating more than 4,000 jobs and a turnover of €1.5 billion. The region accounts for 41.5% of French players in the sector.
Since 2018, the Region has supported 81 video games, including 37 debut games (41% of projects). Distribution platforms are as follows: 47% on PC, 29% on mobile and tablets, 20% on consoles, and 5% in virtual reality.
In addition to financial aid, a 12-month mentorship program, overseen by the Capital Games cluster, has been supporting studios developing their first game since 2019. This initiative aims to facilitate the completion, commercialization, and professionalization of creators.
Eligible projects for the Aid Fund must have a development cost of €50,000 or more, incur at least 50% of their production expenses in Île-de-France, and not contain any sequences classified PEGI 18. Regional aid ranges from €6,000 to €150,000.
Among the first games supported, The Wanderer, Frankenstein’s Creature (released in October 2019) received a repayable aid of €56,000. Minimal Move, released on May 20, 2020 and awarded at the Taipei Game Show 2020, received €13,000 in aid.
