Summer Game Fest adds more events to the June lineup

If last month’s game announcements were not enough for you then fear not. Geoff Keighley’s E3 alternative, Summer Game Fest has added more events to its June roster. Summer Game Fest is a 4 month long all-digital gaming experience which was started as a response to the cancellation of gaming events such as E3 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Last month, we saw an Xbox Series X  presentation showcasing some of the games that were coming to the new console, followed by the revival of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater. Which was then again followed by 2 State of Play Events for Ghost of Tsushima and The Last of Us Part II showcasing the gameplay and mechanics for the much-anticipated samurai and post-apocalyptic games. Other than that, there was the Unreal Engine 5 reveal, Valorant’s release announcement and a new mobile game announcement - League of Legends: Wild Rift. The fact that the first month of the Summer Game Fest was not packed is understandable, considering the fact that it was a new concept and that some developers were probably reluctant to it. But, seeing the scope and success these online gaming events and even non-gaming events such as the recent TENET trailer reveal on Fortnite, more developers have signed up for the June slot.

PS5: The Future of Gaming

To kick things off, we have the PlayStation 5 event, which will be giving a first look at the games that are set to come out on their upcoming next-gen console. PlayStation has always had a history of showcasing the biggest and the most anticipated games of the year. Maybe this is where we finally get to see the new Batman game reveal from Warner Bros. Montreal? Originally scheduled for 5 June 1:30 AM IST, this event has now been postponed until further notice, out of respect for the ongoing political situation in America.

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— PlayStation (@PlayStation) June 1, 2020

Guerrilla Collective

The second event is a Guerrilla Collective event, which will be giving us a first look at the upcoming RPG Balder’s Gate 3 starting from 6 June 10:30 PM IST to 8 June. Other than that, the event will also be featuring games from developers and publishers such as SEGA, Paradox Interactive, 11-bit studios and Coffee Stain to name a few.

A collective of amazing game studios and publishers have come together to create a digital multi-day press conference from June 6th-8th. Teams will share new games, debut trailers while celebrating the gaming culture. More info: https://t.co/Gja0ka2oxN #guerrillacollective pic.twitter.com/yoYDrsJfYC

— Guerrilla Collective (@GuerrillaCollec) May 11, 2020

PC Gaming Show

On 7 June at 12:30 AM IST, you have the PC Gaming Show. The annual event showcasing upcoming new games, never-seen-before gameplay footage and developer interviews during E3 will also be taking the digital route this year.

One week from today (June 6th), PC Gamer will be hosting the sixth annual #PCGamingShow.

Whilst we wait impatiently to bring you this year's show, we wanted to revisit some of our favourite segments and guests from years gone by.

— PC Gamer (@pcgamer) May 30, 2020

Future Games Show

Presented by gamesradar+, Future Games Show is scheduled to take place on 7 June at 2:00 AM IST. The digital showcase event will be featuring exclusive trailers, new announcements and some deep dives into some already announced games.

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