Sega and Tencent Join List of Companies Skipping E3 2023 Amid Concerns Over Future of the Event

As concerns about the future of E3 2023 grow, more publishers are stepping away, with Sega and Tencent joining the list of companies skipping the event. (VIA IGN)

This follows reports that Nintendo, Xbox, Sony, and Ubisoft have already withdrawn their participation in the event.

sega and tencent

According to IGN’s sources, Sega and Tencent have decided not to attend E3 2023 due to concerns about the event's uncertainty. ReedPop, the event's organizers, have promised a triumphant return for the event, but rumors persist that the event may be jeopardized due to logistical and organizational issues.

reasons unknown

While the precise reasons for Sega and Tencent's decision are unknown, it is clear that E3 has lost traction in recent years. With the rise of digital events and streaming services, many publishers are opting to showcase their games through their own channels rather than a large-scale industry event.

plans

Despite these obstacles, ReedPop has stated that E3 2023 will go ahead as planned, with a focus on showcasing the most cutting-edge gaming technology and innovation. The event will be held at its usual location, the Los Angeles Convention Center, and will be open to industry professionals as well as the general public.

damaging

The absence of major publishers such as Nintendo, Xbox, Sony, Ubisoft, Sega, and Tencent is undeniably damaging to E3's credibility and influence in the gaming industry. However, whether E3 can regain its relevance and attract major players back to the event in the future remains to be seen.

the future

As the gaming industry evolves and adapts to new technologies and trends, events such as E3 will need to find new ways to remain relevant and engaging for both publishers and gamers. For the time being, the future of E3 2023 is unknown, and only time will tell whether the event can reclaim its position as the premier showcase for the gaming industry.