Julia Stoll
Research expert covering TV and video media
Video gaming in France - Statistics & Facts
Video gaming has become a mainstream leisure activity in France and this position has only been solidified during the COVID-19 pandemic as many people turned towards gaming not only for entertainment but also for socializing purposes. Video gaming market revenues in France are projected to reach nearly 12.64 billion U.S. dollars in 2029, up from 9.94 billion U.S. dollars in 2025. Console gaming is the highest grossing gaming platform in France, with mobile leaving PC in the dust. In 2024, console gaming sales in France amounted to 2.55 billion euros, accounting for 45 percent of the market.
