As part of the second edition of the Morocco Gaming Expo 2025, held from July 2 to 6, several students benefiting from the Video Game Creator program showcased the projects they developed during their training. Over the course of five days, visitors interacted with these creations displayed in the Incubator Zone at the Ministry of Youth, Culture, and Communication’s pavilion – a great opportunity to discover innovative ideas reflecting the passion and talent of a new generation of video game developers in Morocco.
During the second edition of Morocco Gaming Expo (MGE 2025), held from July 2 to 6, fans and visitors enjoyed a unique chance to meet the Expo’s Guest of Honour, Yoshiki Okamoto, in the Free-to-Play zone during memorable signing sessions. This special moment stood out as a highlight of the event, where attendees shared warm interactions with one of the gaming industry’s icons – captured in countless photos and genuine smiles.
At the second edition of the Morocco Gaming Expo, held from July 2 to 6, 2025, the Valorant tournament thrilled fans with intense duels and impressive strategies. Team VOID WALKERS rose to the top to claim first place, closely followed by Team TO GLORY and Team XPROJEKT.
At the second edition of the Morocco Gaming Expo, held from July 2 to 6, 2025, the Street Fighter 6 tournament delivered thrilling fights and epic moments. It crowned player KINKO in first place, followed by player Watched Noobs and player POPEYE. This intense competition featured exceptional performances that lit up the expo stage.
At the second edition of the Morocco Gaming Expo, held from July 2 to 6, 2025, the Free Fire tournament brought together teams determined to win, facing off in fierce and intense battles. Team CLEAR VISION ES secured first place, followed by Team WASK in second, Team JOKO FORCE in third, Team XTREME JR in fourth, Team VAGOS in fifth, and Team AMATERAS in sixth.
As part of the second edition of Morocco Gaming Expo, held from July 2 to 6, 2025, the EA FC 25 tournament brought together top-tier players from around the world in an electrifying competition. Under the spotlight and amid roaring crowds, player NICOLAS99FC claimed first place, followed by player BACHOORE and player UMUT. With elite gameplay and unforgettable moments, EA FC 25 stood out as one of the highlights of the event.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was a major highlight at the Morocco Gaming Expo 2025. During the event, François Meurisse, the game’s producer, took the stage to share the fascinating story behind the hit title. His presence created a true exchange of passion and creativity, giving our visitors a unique look into what makes this game so special.
As part of the second edition of the Morocco Gaming Expo, which took place from July 2 to 5, 2025 The Moroccan gaming industry is buzzing with excitement as we celebrate the conclusion of the Final Pitch of the Innovative Mobile Game Ideas competition! This event showcased the incredible talent and creativity of Moroccan youth.
Three standout projects, each with a bold and unique vision, took home the top prizes. We extend our warmest congratulations to the winners:
- 1st Prize — TRICHROMA: Mohamed Ali Benyas (Cadi Ayyad University)
- 2nd Prize — SKHIRA GAME: Amine Saad Mohamed, Rihab Benchekroun, Aya Moussa, Oumayma Fanine (Hassan II University of Casablanca)
- 3rd Prize — SHEEP WITH GUNS: Moussaab El Mahraoui (SUPEMIR)
A huge thank you to all the participating universities for their high-quality contributions.
We are deeply grateful to our partners for their commitment to empowering young talent: Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication, the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation, and Inwi_maroc. Your support is vital for the growth and development of the gaming industry in Morocco.
This competition is a testament to the fact that Moroccan youth are poised to become leaders in digital innovation. We look forward to seeing the incredible things these talented individuals will achieve next!
on the sidelines of the Morocco Gaming Industry Expo 2025, the Minister Mehdi Bensaid signed a strategic partnership with GXC, a leading South Korean company. This partnership aims to strengthen Morocco’s position as a destination for international investment in the video game industry, a promising sector that is increasingly attracting the interest of Moroccan youth.
The Minister also attended, alongside Yoshiki Okamoto, a global legend in game development, the finals of the Street Fighter competition, a game he originally developed. Organized by the Ministry as part of the expo, the competition concluded with the awarding of cash prizes: 50,000 MAD for the first-place winner, 30,000 MAD for the second, and 20,000 MAD for the third. The event reflected the passion and creativity that characterize Moroccan youth in this field.
