Winter time begins in Paris

From October 22 to 25, Paris transitioned to winter time, aligning with the Paris Games Week, a significant annual event for the gaming industry held at Paris Expo – Porte de Versailles.

Game Mix Station event at Glacière metro station

On Tuesday, October 20, a special event called the Game Mix Station took place at the Glacière station on line 6 of the Paris metro. The event was organized in collaboration with Paris Games Week and in partnership with the RATP, the public transport authority.

Event features gaming music and arcade games

The setup included a booth under the viaduct where metro trains pass, a few arcade machines, and a focus on video game music (VGM). A DJ set by Teki Latex ran from 12 to 3 p.m., highlighting the intersection of music and gaming culture.

Teki Latex’s connection to video game music

Teki Latex, known for incorporating gaming themes into his sets, is a fan of video game culture and characters such as Mario, Zelda, and Kirby. He spoke about his appreciation for The Legend of Zelda during its 40th anniversary, noting the influence of its music composed by Koji Kondo.

Early exposure to gaming music

He mentioned discovering the game at the age of ten and being captivated by its music, including the theme from its sequel on NES, The Adventure of Link. The event also included a DJ booth and arcade games, as reported by Konbini Métro, which partnered with the RATP.