Organizers Reveal Exciting Plans for the Fifth Annual Celebration of Video Games
As anticipation builds for the fifth installment of Summer Game Fest, organizers have unveiled key details about the event, including its date, streaming options, and anticipated highlights.
Date, Time, and Streaming Platforms:
- Date: Friday, June 7
- Location: YouTube Theater, Hollywood Park
- In-Person Attendance: “Thousands” of attendees
- Livestream Start Time: 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET
- Streaming Platforms: YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Steam, and more
Global Times:
- 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET (North America)
- 10 PM GMT (Europe)
- 11 PM SAST (South Africa)
- 6 AM JST (June 8) (Japan)
- 7 AM AEST (June 8) (Australia)
Public Ticket Sales:
- On Sale: May 7 via Ticketmaster
- Venue Capacity: 6,000 people (exact ticket pricing and allotments undisclosed)
Highlights and Expectations:
- Promises “new video game announcements, first-looks, and trailers”
- Developers have yet to tease specific content, but anticipation is high
- Last year’s event featured notable reveals such as Mortal Kombat 1, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Sonic Superstars, and Alan Wake 2
- The 2023 show amassed 24 million livestream views and peaked at over 3.8 million concurrent viewers
Additional Events:
- SGF Play Days: Invite-only event for media and influencers in downtown Los Angeles, June 8-10
- Day of the Devs: Indie game showcase following the main Summer Game Fest event on June 7
With the cancellation of E3, Summer Game Fest 2024 is poised to take center stage as a premier destination for gaming enthusiasts worldwide, offering a diverse lineup of announcements, gameplay reveals, and industry insights. Stay tuned for further updates as the event draws closer.