Rumors are swirling around about what the state of E3 will be in 2009. G4TV reported that the show will remain private, but the strict vetting process for journalists will be loosened. This will allow the show to get back to its larger roots. The show is set to take place on June 2nd through the 4th at the LA Convention Center.
In a slightly different direction, N’Gai Croal is reporting that show will take a more TGS-like feel, with the first couple days for press only and remaining days being open to the public.
The ESA is keeping a tight lid on the actual breakdown of the event. Either way, it looks like E3 is going to try to get back, at least in some part, to its root of being THE gaming event of the year. I honestly hope that happens, but I do have my doubts.
[...] shown to fans as big Hollywood players wait anxiously for the verdict of the geek. That said, the news_this_week that E3 is trying to return to its former glory is something that should have all gamers [...]
Let’s see how lively E3 will be nex year. I have always seen TGS as the best show to find out what’s coming and that’s in Japan..