E3 2009 draws all the major video game

[Jeffrey]

After two editions subdued, the organizers of E3 Expo had clearly announced color: year 2009 will be the renewal. The date was first changed to better stick with the imperatives of the market (from 2 to 4 June 2009) and the organizers rented the entire Convention Center in Los Angeles as the most beautiful in the salon.

Today we learn that this "new" seems to take from publishers who had deserted from the 2008 edition after a very average year 2007. Thus, on the official website of the event, we can find a list of companies expected and the least we can say is that the world! If the full list is available here, we invite you to discover now that those are the main players in this E3 2009.

• Activision Blizzard, Inc.
• Atari, Inc.
• Atlus USA, Inc..
• Bethesda Softworks LLC
• Capcom Entertainment, Inc..
• Disney Interactive Studios, Inc..
• Eidos Interactive
• Electronic Arts, Inc..
• Epic Games, Inc..
• 505 Games
• IndieCade
• KOEI Corporation
• Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc.
• LucasArts Entertainment Company LLC
• Majesco Entertainment Company
• Microsoft Corporation
• Midway Games Inc.
• MTV Games
• Namco Bandai Games America Inc..
• Nintendo of America, Inc.
• Rebellion
• Sega of America, Inc.
• Serious Games
• Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc..
• Sony Online Entertainment LLC
• Square Enix, Inc..
• Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.
• THQ Inc.
• Ubisoft Entertainment
• Warner Bros.. Interactive Entertainment Inc.

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Press Releases

Entertainment Software Association announces 2009 E3 Expo

Washington, DC - October 22, 2008 - The 2009 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) will take place from June 2-4, 2009, at the Los Angeles Convention Center (LACC), the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) announced today. The expanded E3 will welcome all qualified computer and video game industry audiences, including international and U.S.-based media, analysts, retailers, developers and business partners to preview the latest in interactive entertainment and technology.

"Video games are the fastest growing and most compelling sector of the entertainment industry. And, this upgraded event will reflect the growth, innovation and excitement of our industry," said Michael D. Gallagher, CEO of the ESA, which represents US computer and video game publishers and organizes the annual event. "The breadth, scope and quality of the changes made to the show will make E3 the must-attend event of the year."

"The E3 Expo will be the pre-eminent North American gaming show next year. The new, larger event is better for industry leaders and for serious gamers," commented John Riccitiello, CEO of Electronic Arts.

After conducting both qualitative and quantitative research, ESA officials stated changes were necessary to better meet the needs of both exhibitors and attendees these changes include increased booth sizes, increased qualified audiences, and an intensified focus on reinforcing the high-octane growth, innovation, and captivating entertainment that are driving the computer and video game industry.

"The video game business will be twice as big in 2009 as it was in 2006 when we had the last real E3 Expo - so get ready for some fireworks!" said Laurent Detoc, president of Ubisoft North America. "The changes made will ensure that the 2009 E3 Expo conveys the best of what makes us proud as entertainment leaders."

ESA also said IDG World Expo, whose principals have operated E3 since its inception in 1995, will produce the event with the ESA.

The event will be open to ESA members and non-members alike. Organizers noted they are expanding the list of companies eligible to participate. Companies involved in console, PC, online, and mobile game publishing and developing, qualified business partners, as well as makers of video game hardware and peripherals can exhibit.

Additional details, including registration, hotel and travel accommodations, and media credentialing, will be forthcoming in the next few weeks and will be available at www.E3Expo.com