SEGA, Devolver Digital, and Other Publishers Withdraw from E3 2023
It’s official – several major game publishers have confirmed their decision to skip the 2023 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), as reports suggest. Among the companies that will not be present at E3 2023 are SEGA, Devolver Digital, and Other Publishers.
Reasons for Skipping E3 2023
The announcement comes after another year of virtual events due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which resulted in companies rethinking their approach to major gaming events. The companies that have opted to skip next year’s E3 cited issues related to the cost, timeline, and expectations of the event. Many of these publishers are instead choosing to hold their own events that are more tailored to their needs and preferences.
SEGA’s Decision to Pull Out of E3 2023
SEGA, the Japanese game company, is one of the biggest names to pull out of E3. Last month, SEGA explained that the company’s withdrawal from the event was “due to logistical challenges.” The company also indicated that it will hold its own showcase around the same time as the event that highlights its latest game releases.
Devolver Digital’s Decision to Pull Out of E3 2023
Another major publisher that has decided to skip E3 2023 is Devolver Digital, the indie game publishing house. Devolver Digital has been a part of E3 since 2017, showcasing titles like Hotline Miami, My Friend Pedro, and Serious Sam – but this year, they too have opted out. The company’s CEO, Nigel Lowrie, cited the cost of exhibiting at E3 as one of the reasons for the decision. Lowrie also said that Devolver Digital will instead focus on running its own events and partnering with other gaming companies to showcase new titles.
Other Publishers Skipping E3 2023
SEGA and Devolver Digital are not the only publishers who have opted out of E3 2023. Other notable companies that have made similar announcements include Square Enix, Activision Blizzard, and Electronic Arts. While the decision to skip E3 does not necessarily mean the end of these companies’ relationship with the gaming industry’s largest event, it does reflect the challenges and changing expectations of the gaming industry.
Summary: SEGA, Devolver Digital, and several other publishers have decided not to attend E3 2023. The decision has been influenced by the challenges and costs of participating in major gaming events, as well as a desire to hold their own streamlined and tailored events. This has become more common due to the pandemic, which has resulted in publishers rethinking their approaches to big gaming events.
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