Throughout the year, there are a few key video game conferences and trade shows that allow both developers and gamers to see the latest and greatest when it comes to video game design, technology and more. We've compiled a list of some of the bigger shows to keep on your radar. Some are for gamers, while others are more for the press and or developers.
Held in Los Angeles, California once a year in June, this conference is a big show often for North American video game developers and publishers. This is not open to the public, with requirements of being connected to the industry needed to attend.
Check out the official website for E3
Held in Cologne, Germany once a year in mid August, expect to see a lot of the european developers showing the latest previews and runthroughs of their games. This conference is open to the public, with over 300,000 people making it each year.
Check out the official website for gamescom
Held in San Jose, California anually in March, this conference is held just for professional developers. The purpose of this show is to learn, get inspiration, and to hook up with other developers.
Check out the official website for GDC
Held in Chiba, Japan once a year in September, gamers and media can expect to see what (mostly) Japanese and Asian developers have been up to video game wise with game previews, teasers, and game technology.
Check out the official website for TGS
