PODCAST: Pragmata, Starfield, Dead Space… when video games fantasize about space for better or worse

In Multiplayers, Melinda Davan-Soulas hosts Robbie Douek, CEO of Blast, and Bertrand Amar, co-founder of N.E.O. What is the current esports scene like? Has it become a show or does it manage to maintain its competitive spirit? As France prepares to host the Rocket League Major in Paris in May and Saudi Arabia will host the largest international competition in November with the Esports Nations Cup, they provide an overview of competitive video gaming, its strengths, and weaknesses. It is also time to question the ability of French esports to become an international leader.

In Multiplayers, Melinda Davan-Soulas hosts Elisa Rahouadj, a journalist at Journal du Geek, and Jean Zeid, a journalist. They discuss the evolution of music in video games, showcased at the Video Games & Music exhibition at the Philharmonie. Also on the agenda: “Super Mario Galaxy” on the big screen and the French game “Darwin’s Paradox”, worthy of an animated film.

In Multiplayers, Melinda Davan-Soulas hosts Julien Chiêze, a content creator, and Mohammed Aigoin, a journalist at Jeux Vidéo Magazine. They reflect on the release of the phenomenon game “Crimson Desert”, as acclaimed as it is criticized. Should it be given a chance? The time has come for the verdict.

Multiplayers is in San Francisco this week for the Game Developers Conference (GDC). A trade show that brings together thousands of developers, publishers, experts, and other players in the video game industry. Melinda Davan-Soulas meets with French creators who have traveled to California to exchange ideas, learn, and showcase their creations.

Multiplayers is localized at La Cigale (Paris) for the Pégases evening, which honors the best of French video games. Melinda Davan-Soulas interviews the winners of the year as they celebrate their awards. From the recurring success of “Clair Obscur:Expedition 33”, which marks an exciting year, to the confirmations of “Absolum” and “The Rogue Prince of Persia”, as well as the surprise “Wednesdays”, the 2025 vintage has been of high quality. With the presence of a distinguished presenter, Thomas Jolly, a theater director and the ceremonies director of the 2024 Paris Olympics, who is also a gaming enthusiast offering his current recommendation.