Push Start is an association founded in 2015, dedicated to professionals and future professionals in the video game industry in Occitanie. Based in Montpellier, it brings together a dynamic network of studios, publishers, distributors, independents, associations, training centers, research labs, and students, with the mission to support the development, valorization, and promotion of the video game industry in the region.
Missions and actions
Push Start works towards:
Encouraging connections among video game stakeholders in Occitanie through events, networking, and active social media.
Sharing skills by organizing or supporting conferences, dedicated days, and professional trade shows, facilitating the exchange of expertise.
Promoting the sector by maintaining contact with regional institutions and highlighting local creations at national and international levels.
Key initiatives
Among Push Start's notable initiatives:
Montpellier Game Lab: a regional incubator dedicated to video game studios in Occitanie, co-led by Push Start and Montpellier BIC, offering technical and economic support to project leaders.
Apéro JV: monthly after-work gatherings bringing together industry professionals to exchange ideas and strengthen community ties.
Push Yourself: open conferences designed by and for students, juniors, and freelancers in the video game industry, aimed at sharing knowledge and experiences.
Membership and community
By joining Push Start, members benefit from:
Preferential rates for participating in certain industry events and access to negotiated partner offers.
Networking opportunities at regular events, fostering collaborations and experience sharing.
Increased visibility through the promotion of local productions and regional talents.
Push Start thus stands as a key player in the development and promotion of the video game industry in Occitanie, actively contributing to the structuring and dynamism of this rapidly growing sector.
