Did E3 Just Gasp Its Last Breath?

Ian Lamont writes "This year's E3 is over, and there's already talk that this could be the last one. Even before the conference started, a slew of studios announced they wouldn't be taking part, citing high costs and other 'business reasons.' At the conference itself, 'there were no huge game announcements, and Microsoft didn't even bother having Bungie show up to talk about the next Halo release, claiming that the company wanted to "shorten the presentation."' Electronic Arts CEO John Riccitiello said he 'hated' E3's new format, adding 'either we need to go back to the old E3, or we'll have to have our own private events.' Crave also noted there are no solid plans for next year's show. On the other hand, people have predicted E3's demise in previous years, and they turned out to be wrong."

Comments

AAA?

[Porchroof]

Is E3 anything like Triple A? Does E3 stand for EEE? Does EEE mean "everything everyone enjoys"? Cripe...not being smart enough to know everything in the world I just stumbled over E3. Maybe E3 is something I have no interest in. Why should I read further and waste my time if that's the case? Or maybe E3 is something brand new and I should investigate it. But how can I tell from two letters: E3? Slashdot should hire some experienced journalists.

Combine It With CES

[Wandering Wombat]

Gaming, computing, and porn! Guaranteed turnout.

Re:Old Vs. New

[Breakfast Pants]

>The fact it's probably the only indutry that can't seem to hold a major business event without turning it into softcore porn should concern people.

Uhh, cars, motorcycles, and boats aren't made by industries? News to me.