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This morning, the Entertainment Software Association announced that E3 2020 has been cancelled according to a statement posted on their web site and over social media.
The decision to cancel was made over concerns for the safety and well-being of staff, vendors and attendees due to the spread of the COVID-19 virus.
The multi-day event hosts the biggest names in video gaming, including Nintendo, Microsoft, EA, Square Enix, Ubisoft, and more, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. This year, the expo was scheduled for June 9th thru 11th, 2020.
The E3 team is devastated to share this news. This decision was not reached lightly, but it is the right one for the health and safety of all involved. Read our statement here: https://t.co/1uOWxTerN9 pic.twitter.com/gD2IxNACLX
— E3 (@E3) March 11, 2020
Microsoft is looking at moving their events online, with a schedule being shared over the coming weeks.
E3 has always been an important moment for Team Xbox. Given this decision, this year we'll celebrate the next generation of gaming with the @Xbox community and all who love to play via an Xbox digital event. Details on timing and more in the coming weeks https://t.co/xckMKBPf9h
— Phil Spencer (@XboxP3) March 11, 2020
E3 is joining other companies and organizations that are postponing or outright cancelling events and services due to this viral outbreak.
Visit the World Health Organization web site for information on how to safeguard yourself against COVID-19.
Source: E3
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