The Entertainment Software Association announces the complete cancellation of E3
2022. In January
it was announced that the
in-person event would not take place and the gaming trade show would be held
digitally online. Now word is the digital portion is off as well. The news is
not yet reflected on the
ESA Website or
the
E3 Website. The ESA seems to have been
caught off guard when this was
reported on
IGN. But they did confirm the news:
Update: The ESA has shared
an official statement with IGN confirming E3 2022's cancellation and announcing
that E3 will return in 2023 with "a reinvigorated showcase."
"We will devote all our energy and resources to delivering a revitalized
physical and digital E3 experience next summer. Whether enjoyed from the show
floor or your favorite devices, the 2023 showcase will bring the community,
media, and industry back together in an all-new format and interactive
experience.
"We look forward to presenting E3 to fans around the world live from Los Angeles
in 2023."
The ESA adds that the 2022 showcase has been cancelled so the organization can
"focus its resources" on the 2023 show.