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GameSpot Tradeshow Coverage

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GameSpot @ Konami 2009

We visit Konami Gamers Night for a look at Six Days in Fallujah, Saw, Yu-Gi-Oh, Vandal Hearts, and more!

Apr 13, 2009
GameSpot @ GDC 2009

Can't make it to San Francisco to see the Game Developers Conference? No problem! Virtually attend GDC 2009 at GameSpot. Sessions begin 3/23.

Mar 19, 2009
GameSpot @ CES 2009

We bring you the latest in gaming news from the 2009 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas!

Jan 8, 2009
GameSpot @ Nintendo 2008

We visit Nintendo to check out The Conduit, Animal Crossing: City Folk, Wii Music, and more!

Oct 6, 2008
GameSpot @ Tokyo Game Show 2008

We headed to Japan to bring you the very best coverage of the 2008 Tokyo Game Show.

Oct 4, 2008
GameSpot @ Penny Arcade Expo 2008

We head to Seattle, Washington, to see the sights, sounds, and games of the annual Penny Arcade Expo.

Aug 29, 2008
GameSpot @ Leipzig Games Convention 2008

We head out to Leipzig, Germany, for the 2008 Games Convention to check out some of the most anticipated games on the horizon.

Aug 19, 2008
GameSpot @ QuakeCon 2008

We head to Dallas to celebrate all things Quake and to check out Rage, Quake Live, and Wolfenstein.

Aug 1, 2008
E3 2008

You're invited to watch over 26 hours of video coverage, check out the latest previews, and read about the biggest scoops in the gaming world!

Jul 3, 2008
Most Anticipated Games of E3 2008

We start our countdown to E3 2008 with a look at our 20 most anticipated games!

Jun 20, 2008
GameSpot @ Capcom 2008

We visit with Capcom to check out Street Fighter IV, Bionic Commando, Resident Evil 5, and more!

Jun 3, 2008
GameSpot @ UbiDays 08

We visit with Ubisoft to check out Prince of Persia, EndWar, Far Cry 2, and more!

May 28, 2008
GameSpot @ Sega 2008

We visit with Sega to check out Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood, Samba de Amigo, Valkyria Chronicles, and more!

May 16, 2008
GameSpot @ Konami 2008

We visit with Konami to check out Metal Gear Solid 4, Silent Hill: Homecoming, Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia, and more!

May 15, 2008
GameSpot @ Microsoft 2008

We visit with Microsoft to check out Gears of War 2, Ninja Gaiden II, Fable 2, and more!

May 13, 2008
GameSpot @ Sony 2008

We visit with Sony to check out the upcoming Killzone 2, Resistance 2, LittleBigPlanet, and more.

May 6, 2008
GameSpot @ Sierra 2008

We take a look at some of the upcoming Sierra titles, such as Ghostbusters, Prototype, and World in Conflict.

Apr 28, 2008
GameSpot @ Midway 2008

We visit with Midway to check out Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe, This is Vegas, Wheelman, and more!

Apr 18, 2008
GameSpot @ Namco Bandai 2008

We visit with Namco Bandai for a look at such upcoming games as Soulcalibur IV, Afro Samurai, Tales of Vesperia, and more!

Apr 15, 2008
GameSpot @ THQ 2008

We visit THQ for a look at Red Faction: Guerilla, Battle of the Bands, Baja, and more.

Apr 4, 2008
GameSpot @ SXSW 2008

We follow Homer Rabara to Austin, TX to check out Harold & Kumar 2, Dorkbot, the ScreenBurn Arcade, and more!

Mar 21, 2008
GameSpot @ GDC 2008

Check out our coverage of the 2008 Game Developers Conference in San Francisco, California!

Feb 15, 2008
GameSpot @ DICE 2008

Top game designers, developers, and business leaders discuss the state of the games industry, its trends, and the future. Watch exclusive videos of the speaker sessions and more!

Feb 15, 2008
Interactive Achievement Awards 2008

Watch the 11th annual Interactive Achievement Awards show and find out which of the AIAS-nominated games took home prizes.

Jan 25, 2008
GameSpot @ CES 2008

The International CES is the world's largest annual tradeshow for consumer technology.

Jan 4, 2008
GameSpot @ Tokyo Game Show 2007

We're on location in Tokyo for one of the world's largest video game industry events.

Sep 17, 2007
GameSpot @ Penny Arcade Expo 2007

The Penny Arcade Expo is a three-day game festival for tabletop, videogame, and PC gamers, with over 40 game publishers will be on hand to celebrate the event.

Aug 24, 2007
GameSpot @ Sierra Gamers' Week 2007

We take a look at some upcoming Sierra titles including The Bourne Conspiracy, Prototype, World in Conflict, and more.

Aug 21, 2007
GameSpot @ Leipzig Games Convention 2007

We've got all the latest news from the Leipzig Games Convention and the International Games Convention Developer Conference.

Aug 20, 2007
GameSpot @ QuakeCon 2007

We head to Dallas, Texas to join thousands of other gamers in a celebration of all things Quake.

Aug 3, 2007
GameSpot @ BlizzCon 2007

Thousands of fans converge upon Anaheim for Blizzard's semi-annual game showcase.

Aug 3, 2007
GameSpot @ Koei 2007

We visited Koei Gamers' Day for a look at Koei's upcoming lineup for 2007.

Aug 3, 2007
GameSpot @ Comic-Con 2007

We travel to San Diego for a look at the latest news from the world's largest comic book event.

Jul 26, 2007
Metal Gear 20th Anniversary Party

We celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Metal Gear series with Konami in Tokyo.

Jul 24, 2007
GameSpot @ Namco Bandai 2007

We visit with Namco Bandai for a look at upcoming titles like Soul Calibur 4, Beautiful Katamari, and Ace Combat 6.

Jun 15, 2007
GameSpot @ E3 2007

We're hitting the beaches of Santa Monica, California, hard to bring you the world's best coverage of what's sure to be the game industry's biggest annual event.

Jun 7, 2007
GameSpot @ Nintendo Summer Preview 2007

Nintendo invites us to their headquarters in Seattle for a peek at what's to come in 2007.

May 24, 2007
GameSpot @ UbiDays 2007

Ubisoft showcases their most anticipated titles for 2007 including Rayman Raving Rabbids 2, EndWar, Haze, and more.

May 23, 2007
GameSpot @ SCEA Gamers' Day

We head down to San Diego for a look at Sony's upcoming 2007 lineup for the PSP and PS3.

May 17, 2007
GameSpot @ Square Enix Party 2007

Square Enix gives fans a look at their upcoming games during a two-day event in Japan.

May 12, 2007
GameSpot @ Sega 2007

Sega gives us a preview of its 2007 lineup, including NiGHTS: Journey of Dreams, The Club, Sonic Rush Adventure, and more.

May 10, 2007
GameSpot @ EA Summer Preview 2007

We kick off the summer season with a visit to EA for a look at its upcoming games lineup.

May 9, 2007
GameSpot @ CODE07

We check out some upcoming games at a recent press event with Codemasters.

Apr 19, 2007
GameSpot @ Capcom 2007

We visit Capcom for a look at Resident Evil 4 for the Wii, Treasure Island, Mega Man Starforce, and more.

Apr 13, 2007
GameSpot @ GDC 2007

We've got complete games coverage straight from the Games Developer Conference in San Francisco, CA.

Mar 7, 2007
GameSpot @ THQ 2007

We visit THQ for a look at MotoGP '07, Juiced 2, S.T.A.L.K.E.R., Stuntman: Ignition, and more.

Mar 1, 2007
GameSpot @ D.I.C.E. 2007

Some of the industry's biggest names gather to discuss the future and evolution of the gaming medium.

Feb 8, 2007
GameSpot @ Konami 2007

Konami showcases a number of upcoming games at a recent Gamers' Day event in San Francisco, California.

Feb 2, 2007
GameSpot @ Midway 2007

Midway invites us to preview some of its upcoming titles, including several never-before-seen games.

Jan 26, 2007
GameSpot @ EA 2007

We pay EA a visit at its headquarters in Redwood City, California, for a look at its winter 2007 showcase.

Jan 18, 2007
GameSpot @ CES 2007

Stay up to date on all the news coming out of the Consumer Electronics Show taking place January 8-11 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Jan 8, 2007
GameSpot @ X06

Microsoft reveals new details on its upcoming games for the PC and Xbox 360 at its Barcelona press conference.

Sep 28, 2006
GameSpot @ Tokyo Game Show 2006

The Tokyo Game Show takes place September 22 to 24. GameSpot is on location to provide complete coverage of Japan's largest, wildest event in games.

Sep 22, 2006
GameSpot @ Konami 2006

Konami invites us over for a sneak preview of its upcoming games during its annual Gamers' Day event.

Aug 23, 2006
GameSpot @ Leipzig Games Convention 2006

The Leipzig Games Convention is one of the largest games events in the world, with more than 134,000 attendees, 2,000 press members, and 280 exhibitors from 15 countries.

Aug 23, 2006
GameSpot @ Sierra 2006

We head down to sunny Palm Springs, California, to visit with Sierra for a look at F.E.A.R., Caesar IV, World in Conflict, Eragon, and more!

Aug 23, 2006
GameSpot @ Atari 2006

We meet up with Atari for news on all its upcoming titles including Hot PXL, Neverwinter Nights 2, Earthworm Jim, and more!

Aug 14, 2006
GameSpot @ EA 2006

EA welcomes us to its headquarters in Redwood City, California, for a look at what it has planned for 2006 and beyond.

Jul 13, 2006
E3 2006

Dive in to GameSpot's monster coverage of the 2006 Electronic Entertainment Expo. We've got thousands of previews, movies, and images from the show, as well as video blogs, stage demos, the Big Three press conferences, and more!

May 12, 2006
GDC 2006

The Game Developers Conference is the official trade event "by game developers for game developers," with more than 12,000 attendees expected to converge on the San Jose Convention Center from March 20-24.

Mar 29, 2006
GameSpot @ Microsoft

We head down to Microsoft's press event in San Francisco for a look at their upcoming lineup for the Xbox 360.

Mar 21, 2006
GameSpot @ Midway

Check in for all the latest previews and movies for Midway's upcoming lineup for 2006 and beyond.

Feb 24, 2006
GameSpot @ Capcom

We visit Las Vegas for Capcom Gamers' Day to bring you all the latest on what they have planned for 2006.

Feb 17, 2006
GameSpot @ Konami

Konami comes to San Francisco with its annual Gamers' Day event, and we're there to bring you the latest on its lineup of games for the upcoming year.

Jan 25, 2006
GameSpot @ CES 06

The new year starts off with a bang as we head down to Las Vegas to cover the International Consumer Electronics Show, held from Jan 5-9. With 2,500 exhibitors and 130,000 attendees, CES is the world's largest annual trade show for consumer technology, and we'll be there to bring you the most up-to-date coverage as the event unfolds.

Jan 5, 2006
Xbox 360 Launch Center: Highlights

Get ready for the next generation of game consoles with GameSpot's Xbox 360 Launch Center. Use the tabs on the left side of this page to jump to games, media, and news and reports. Keep your eyes peeled for breaking news, informative special reports, and preview coverage of the most exciting games for the console. And if you're looking for a place to discuss the console, visit GameSpot's Xbox 360 forum.

Nov 8, 2005
Xbox 360 Launch Center: News & Reports

Keep up with the latest developments surrounding the soon-to-be-released Xbox 360 console, and be sure to browse the Launch Center's feature stories for tips on which hardware bundle and accessories you should pick up.

Nov 8, 2005
GameSpot @ Nintendo: November 2005

Nintendo gives the press an advance look at some of its upcoming releases for the holidays and beyond, and we've got all the latest hands-on previews, developer interviews, and more!

Nov 7, 2005
GameSpot @ Namco

GameSpot has all-new details, screenshots, and video of Namco's upcoming PC and console game lineup through 2006. Get the latest on Ridge Racer 6, Hellgate: London, Warhammer: Mark of Chaos, and much more!

Oct 12, 2005
GameSpot @ X05

GameSpot storms Microsoft's annual European press event to bring you all the latest Xbox 360 news, previews, movies, and more!

Oct 5, 2005
GameSpot @ CTIA 2005

CTIA WIRELESS I.T. & Entertainment 2005 is one of the largest trade events for developers and publishers of mobile games, and GameSpot is there to bring you all the latest news and previews from the world of wireless.

Sep 26, 2005
TGS Highlights

The Tokyo Game Show is one of the longest-running, most important annual events in gaming. GameSpot is there in full force, and we're committed to bringing you the absolute best coverage of the event possible, with tons of news, videos, and impressions of everything you want to know about. Check back often for all the latest, fresh from Japan.

Sep 14, 2005
GameSpot @ THQ: September 8, 2005

THQ recently gave the press a sneak peek at many of its upcoming current- and next-generation games at an event in Santa Monica, California, and GameSpot was there. Check here for all of our previews, interviews, video, and more!

Sep 8, 2005
GameSpot @ Amusement Machine Show 2005

GameSpot is on hand at the 43rd-annual Amusement Machine Show in Tokyo, Japan. See new updates, impressions, screenshots, and videos of all-new arcade games like Virtua Fighter 5, House of the Dead 4, Metal Slug 6, and more right here.

Sep 1, 2005
GameSpot @ QuakeCon 2005

QuakeCon is more than just a massive LAN party. It's the perfect forum for companies like Nvidia, Creative, and Logitech to show off cutting-edge gaming hardware, and for id Software to give its most hardcore fans a peek at what's coming.

Aug 23, 2005
GameSpot @ Atari August 2005

Atari recently gave the press a sneak peek at some of the games it has in store for the rest of 2005 and beyond at an event in Austin, Texas, and GameSpot was there. Check here for all of our previews, interviews, video, and more!

Aug 23, 2005
GameSpot @ Konami: August 17, 2005

Aug 23, 2005
GameSpot @ Midway: August 11, 2005

Midway is resurrecting many of its most memorable franchises in a big way this year--franchises like Rush, Rampage, and Blitz. But it also has a few new tricks up its sleeves as well. Don't miss our complete coverage of Midway's press event in Chicago for the latest on these games and much, much more.

Aug 10, 2005
GameSpot @ Square Enix Party 2005

Square Enix is home to some of the oldest and most-loved Japanese RPG franchises anywhere, and it's showing off many of its upcoming games at the Square Enix Party 2005 in Tokyo, July 30-31. GameSpot is there to see it all, and we'll be updating our coverage of the event all weekend long!

Jul 30, 2005
GameSpot @ PlayStation Meeting 2005

Though no playable games were on display at the PlayStation Meeting 2005, Sony revealed much of its future plans for the PlayStation 2, PlayStation 3, and PSP. GameSpot was there, and you can find all of our coverage of the event right here!

Jul 22, 2005
GameSpot @ EA: July 14, 2005

Electronic Arts is breaking the doldrums of the slow summer release calendar with its annual summer press event. GameSpot is there in full force to bring you the most comprehensive coverage anywhere on the 20-plus games on display.

Jul 14, 2005
Namco at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
2K Games at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Activision at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Sony Online Entertainment at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Atari at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Atlus at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Capcom at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Eidos at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Electronic Arts at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
KOEI at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Konami at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
LucasArts at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Majesco at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Microsoft at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Midway at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
NCsoft at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Nintendo at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Sega at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
SNK at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Sony at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Square Enix at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Take-Two and Rockstar Games at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Tecmo at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
THQ at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Ubisoft at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Vivendi Universal and Blizzard Entertainment at E3 2005

May 17, 2005
Star Wars Mobile Games Roundup

GameSpot Mobile got to take an exclusive crack at THQ Wireless' massive salvo of Star Wars mobile content, including games, wallpapers, and ringtones. The first wave of content arrives today, and will be exclusively available on Cingular Wireless in the U.S. and Orange in Europe for the rest of this year.

Apr 2, 2005
GameSpot @ Game Developers Conference 2005

What started as a small, casual meeting of PC game developers has grown to be one of the most significant video game conferences anywhere. Over the course of the week of GDC, there are literally hundreds of lectures, round-tables, game demos, and much more. GameSpot showed up in full force. We present to you here our comprehensive coverage. Be sure to check the highlights on each day.

Mar 10, 2005
Sony PSP Sports Launch

The PSP is hitting shelves on March 24, and its massive lineup includes tons of sports games in particular. Less than a month prior to the system's launch, Sony hosted an event at which GameSpot editors got a chance to play many of those forthcoming titles, including several never-before-seen ones. All our coverage is here for your consideration.

Mar 1, 2005
Midway 2005 Preview Roundup

The GameSpot Away Team has descended en masse on Las Vegas for Midway's first big press event of 2005. Be sure to check here for constant updates, including hands-on impressions of Midway's wares, as well as gameplay video, developer interviews, and much more!

Feb 17, 2005
Capcom Preview Roundup

GameSpot was on location in Las Vegas for Capcom's first press event of 2005, in which the company revealed some of its upcoming titles for 2005. We've got complete coverage of those games right here--check it out!

Feb 4, 2005
PSP Launch Center

The Sony PSP has finally arrived, marking one of the most important video game hardware launches in years. If you want to know everything there is to know about the system, here's your place. Check back often for all the latest updates!

Feb 4, 2005
GameSpot @ D.I.C.E. 2005

GameSpot's team attended the third annual D.I.C.E. summit in Las Vegas, a two-day conference focusing on issues facing the game industry, and featuring many of the key decision-makers prepared to resolve those issues. Want to get a glimpse of the future of gaming?

Feb 1, 2005
Konami 2005 Preview Roundup

GameSpot's team showed up in force at Konami's first press event of 2005, in which the company revealed the latest versions of its eclectic and exciting upcoming lineup...and made a number of exciting announcements. We've got all the new information from the event right here.

Jan 27, 2005
THQ 2005 Preview Roundup

GameSpot editors and producers were live at the scene of THQ's latest press event, in which the company showed off the latest versions of its diverse and promising-looking upcoming lineup. We've got all the new information from the event right here.

Jan 26, 2005
GameSpot @ 2005 International CES

This year's CES is huge deal for the gaming industry, since with it comes lots of new information on the hotly anticipated US launch of the Sony PSP, among other news. GameSpot is at CES in force to bring you comprehensive coverage of the gaming side of the event. Keep watching this page on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday of this week for 'round-the-clock updates.

Jan 5, 2005
Sony PSP Japanese Launch Center

The Sony PSP represents one of the most exciting, most significant video game hardware launches in years, so we sent a stalwart squad of editors and producers to cover the event. Get the inside scoop on the PSP right here.

Dec 11, 2004
Namco 2004-05 Preview Roundup

GameSpot editors were in attendance at Namco's recent press event. Get the latest details on Namco's upcoming 2004 and 2005 games in the form of updated previews, new screenshots and movies, and developer interviews for games like Xenosaga II, Dead to Rights II, Ridge Racer DS, and more, by checking our update section below.

Nov 4, 2004
GameSpot's Nintendo DS Launch Center

The Nintendo DS has finally arrived! Here we've assembled a full array of information about Nintendo's innovative, new portable so that you can figure out if it's right for you--and which games to get if it is!

Oct 29, 2004
Nintendo DS: Leading Up to Launch

Hot on the heels of the Tokyo Game Show, Nintendo is hosting its own event in which it's disclosing lots of exciting, new information about its forthcoming DS portable game system. GameSpot is committed to bringing you comprehensive coverage of this occasion--keep checking back for the latest updates!

Oct 7, 2004
Sony PSP: First Hands-On Impressions

One of the most exciting aspects of this year's Tokyo Game Show is our ability to bring you our first hands-on impressions of a near-finished prototype of the Sony PSP portable gaming system. We're pleased to bring you all of our PSP coverage from the event in one convenient location. You won't find better, more comprehensive PSP coverage anywhere else.

Sep 23, 2004
GameSpot @ Tokyo Game Show 2004

GameSpot deployed its editors and video producers to Japan in order to extensively cover the Tokyo Game Show...quite probably the most important annual event in gaming, right next to the Electronic Entertainment Expo. As always, our team is committed to bringing you the best, most comprehensive coverage of the show that you'll find anywhere. If you're just joining us, be sure to check out each day's worth of coverage, since we have unique updates for each day of the show.

Sep 23, 2004
GameSpot at London Games Week 2004

GameSpot's team is on hand in merry old England for London Games Week 2004, which includes the European Games Network's EGN and Game Stars Live events. Check in for our comprehensive coverage, including previews, media and other updates, right here.

Sep 2, 2004
Midway Fall 2004 Preview Roundup

GameSpot deployed its squad of editors and producers at Midway's late-summer press event, so that they could deliver to you the hands-down-best coverage of the company's intriguing lineup of games currently in development. Midway's recently produced such hits as NBA Ballers and Psi-Ops, so keep your eyes on these next promising titles and see if the company keeps its hot streak going.

Aug 26, 2004
THQ Fall 2004 Preview Roundup

GameSpot editors and producers were live at the scene of THQ's late-summer press event, in which the company showed off the latest versions of its diverse and promising-looking upcoming lineup. We've swiftly delivered all the new information from the event straight to you right here--you won't find better, more comprehensive coverage anywhere else.

Aug 24, 2004
GameSpot at Gen Con 2004

GameSpot was on hand at Gen Con Indy for the 30th anniversary of the Dungeons & Dragons pen-and-paper role-playing game...and all the PC and console games that were on display. Here we've got all our latest updates from the event--for you, no admission fees or 20-siders necessary!

Aug 20, 2004
Konami Fall 2004 Preview Roundup

Amidst the dwindling days of summer, GameSpot had the opportunity to see Konami's extensive fall lineup of games, featuring some highly anticipated sequels as well as some promising original titles. Our editors and producers quickly absorbed all the new information, and have packaged it all up for your reading and viewing pleasure. You won't find timelier, more comprehensive coverage of this event anywhere else.

Aug 20, 2004
Atari 2004 Preview Roundup

At a recent Atari press event staged in the warm Mexican sun at Cabo San Lucas, GameSpot editors and producers went straight to work, bringing you new and updated impressions as well as brand-new screens, movies, and developer interviews of Atari's numerous titles slated for release this fall and beyond.

Aug 16, 2004
Electronic Arts Fall 2004 Preview Roundup

GameSpot's editorial and video production squads were live at Electronic Arts' Redwood City, California, headquarters on July 15, where they rapidly reported on the company's dozens of upcoming games being shown at EA's annual summertime press event. We've got all the latest previews, movies, and interviews--more and better coverage than you'll find anywhere else--so get comfortable and dig in!

Jul 15, 2004
LucasArts 2004-05 Preview Roundup

Our squadron of editors and video producers recently swept through a LucasArts summertime press event, which featured the company's upcoming lineup for 2004 and early 2005. We're back with a comprehensive, up-to-the-minute look at all the company's previously announced, upcoming releases--you won't find more or better coverage of these games anywhere else.

Jul 14, 2004
Classic NES Series Reviews

Nintendo has invited gamers to scratch that old school itch with this collection of classic NES games that have been faithfully ported to the Game Boy Advance. Check out our reviews to see what we think of these 8-bit oldies.

Jun 8, 2004
E3 2004 Mobile Games Wrap-Up

Year after year, mobile gaming has been gaining momentum, and the increasing ubiquity of this new breed of software was quite apparent at this year's E3. GameSpot, in conjunction with Wireless Game Review, made sure that we had our bases covered in this burgeoning market.

May 20, 2004
E3 2004 Highlights

As is the case every year, E3 2004 was a tightly packed three days of complete gaming hysteria. Not only were many of the games you've been looking forward to on display, but many games no one had heard of before made their debut. As you can see from our show coverage, which includes more than 900 stories, 12,000 screenshots, and 1200 movies, it can be hard to find what you're really looking for. So, for your convenience, we've created this page, which highlights some of the show's biggest games, as well as several that the GameSpot editors personally took a shine to.

May 18, 2004
Microsoft at E3 2004

Microsoft always makes an important appearance at E3--after all, not only is it the company behind the Xbox, but it's also a major publisher of PC games. This year, the company's lineup is unfortunately rather thin on the PC side. But with major Xbox titles like Halo 2 under its belt, Microsoft is still guaranteed to make a big splash.

May 12, 2004
Midway at E3 2004

Midway's E3 2004 lineup is arguably the most exciting that the company has had in years. At the forefront is the next installment in the Mortal Kombat series of fighting games. Midway's also attempting to rekindle interest in some of its classic franchises by giving them bold, new makeovers.

May 12, 2004
Sony Online Entertainment at E3

This Sony offshoot is intensively focused on massively multiplayer online gaming, and in many ways is responsible for the genre's popularity. SOE's next offerings are intended to raise the bar on online gaming both from a technical standpoint and in terms of accessibility.

May 12, 2004
Take 2 / Rockstar at E3 2004

The publishers of Grand Theft Auto have no intentions of being a one-trick pony (even though, with a trick like GTA, what more do you need?). As games continue pushing their way into the mainstream, it's reasonable to expect that Take2 and Rockstar are going to remain at the forefront of the effort.

May 12, 2004
NCsoft at E3 2004

Among Korean gamers, the name NCsoft is extremely well known--and, from the looks of things, the company is headed for worldwide recognition in the massively multiplayer online space. Hot on the heels of the recent releases of City of Heroes and Lineage II, NCsoft is showing off a whole, new slew of promising online games at this year's E3.

May 12, 2004
Nintendo at E3 2004

Nintendo is guaranteed to be one of the most talked-about companies at E3. It pretty much always is, but this year, not only is Nintendo unveiling its next generation of GameCube and Game Boy Advance software, but it is also finally revealing its next console, the DS.

May 12, 2004
Sony at E3 2004

The company behind the PlayStation 2 and the upcoming PSP is tremendously influential in the gaming industry. Ever since the original PlayStation system debuted in the '90s, Sony's presence at E3 has been monumental, if not monolithic.

May 12, 2004
Tecmo at E3 2004

Fresh from the success of Ninja Gaiden, one of the best games so far this year, Japanese publisher Tecmo once again intends to leave a lasting impression on E3 show-goers. Sometimes, the company's E3 stage shows are even more over-the-top than its games.

May 12, 2004
THQ at E3 2004

THQ is one of the rare publishers with a truly robust portfolio of games, some of which appeal to younger audiences and some of which appeal to older, more mature gamers, and everyone in between. This year's THQ lineup seems to have something for everyone in it.

May 12, 2004
Ubisoft at E3 2004

Ubisoft has recently re-emerged as one of the industry's preeminent game publishers, and its franchises such as Tom Clancy's Splinter Cell and Prince of Persia have rightfully become extremely popular with gamers. This year at E3, the company promises to deliver more of what its legions of fans have come to expect--original, high-quality games.

May 12, 2004
VU Games at E3 2004

Vivendi Universal Games is a commanding authority in the gaming industry, and is particularly well-poised to usher in a new era of collaboration between Hollywood and game publishers. The company's diverse lineup includes a number of extremely promising games for all major gaming platforms.

May 12, 2004
Sega at E3 2004

Though it's hard to deny that Sega used to be a more significant player in the industry, the company still commands a loyal following of fans, and continues to offer up interesting, new game designs along with updates to its classic franchises.

May 12, 2004
Square Enix at E3 2004

Japan's two biggest role-playing game publishers teamed up to form Square Enix, now a single company commanding venerable franchises like Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest. At this year's E3, Square Enix is featuring the latest installments of its beloved franchises.

May 12, 2004
SNK at E3 2004

SNK is a venerable company that many fans of old-school fighting games and shooters hold near and dear to their hearts. With the recent passing of the NeoGeo hardware platform, SNK is now looking to stake its claim on more-readily-available game systems.

May 12, 2004
Electronic Arts at E3 2004

The world's biggest game publisher always makes a significant impact at E3. This year, the company's main attractions include sequels to The Sims and Madden NFL Football, as well as GoldenEye: Rogue Agent, The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-Earth, and many others.

May 12, 2004
LucasArts at E3 2004

The publisher of all those Star Wars games doesn't want to be pigeonholed as the publisher of all those Star Wars games. To that end, LucasArts always has a number of original, new game ideas to show off at E3.

May 12, 2004
Atlus at E3 2004

Atlus is a daring publisher that's built a loyal following for itself due to its relentless pursuit of obscure, innovative, and interesting ideas in games. The company's presence at E3 isn't enormous, but its games tend to be real crowd-pleasers among savvy show-goers.

May 12, 2004
Capcom at E3 2004

Capcom, one of the best known Japanese game publishers, always makes a splash at E3. The company has a knack for generating tremendous excitement by showing off a perfect proportion of sequels to its most popular properties along with completely original game designs.

May 12, 2004
Acclaim at E3 2004

Acclaim has had its ups and downs over the years, but without fail, the company has a significant presence on the E3 show floor. This year the company's lineup mostly consists of original concepts--a refreshing alternative, considering that so many E3 games are sequels to existing properties.

May 12, 2004
Atari at E3 2004

Atari's presence at E3 is quite small this year, but the company hosted a preshow event to which GameSpot editors were invited to check out all the company's upcoming offerings. Have a look to find out about them for yourself.

May 12, 2004
Eidos at E3 2004

Eidos always puts on a good show at E3, and this year, the company will be showing off a variety of both previously announced and never-before-seen games. The company's mature-themed offerings, such as its upcoming multiplayer shooter 25 to Life, are particularly notable.

May 12, 2004
Namco at E3 2004

The publisher of such classics as Pac-Man, Tekken, and Soul Calibur has always made a strong impression at the Electronic Entertainment Expo, and this year should be no exception. In particular, Namco is emerging as a powerful contender on the role-playing game front.

May 12, 2004
Activision at E3 2004

Activision is celebrating its 25th year in business this year, and remains a powerhouse publisher and developer of computer and video games--look no further than the company's lineup at E3 2004 to see that this is one company that has its bases covered.

May 12, 2004
Konami at E3 2004

Konami is always one of the more exciting exhibitors at E3, since it commands some extremely popular franchises, headlined by the Metal Gear Solid series. This year, the company is showing off a variety of impressive-looking games, including no fewer than two MGS titles.

May 12, 2004
Game Developers Conference 2004

The annual Game Developers Conference, once a relatively small venue for game industry professionals, is now a much bigger attraction. Now, the gaming press arrives in droves, knowing that many of the hottest upcoming games will be on display, even as major news and announcements break straight from the show floor. GameSpot's crew is on location at San Jose, California to bring you comprehensive coverage of the show.

Mar 24, 2004
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