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The best Los Angeles events for the week of June 1 - June 7 — MP3s & NPCs
This article highlights notable events in Los Angeles for the week of June 1-7, including the SoCal Gaming Expo at the Pasadena Convention Center and IGN Live, which will feature new video game announcements. The SoCal Gaming Expo will host voice casts from the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cartoon and the Resident Evil video game.
Mina the Hollower tunnels into our hearts! Pure Nintendo Podcast E164
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode 164 covers Yacht Club Games' Mina the Hollower, upcoming Switch 2 announcements including Dragon Quest XI S and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, and Donkey Kong 64's arrival on Switch Online. The hosts also discuss demos for The Adventures of Elliot and Pictonico, physical releases, and local gaming events in Brisbane.
Evening Reading - May 29, 2026
Summer Game Fest is scheduled to begin in one week, promising a series of announcements and reveals for the gaming community. The event is expected to showcase upcoming titles and industry news.
IGN Live 2026: How to Watch and What to Expect
IGN Live 2026 is scheduled for June 6-7, offering a two-day celebration of gaming and entertainment. This guide provides information on what to expect from the event and how to watch it, either in person or remotely.
Evening Gatherings and Events
The Dragon Quest 40th Anniversary Stream is scheduled for tomorrow and will feature new announcements. Separately, BitSummit 2026 has set a new attendance record, with a 17% increase to 68,208 attendees.
BitSummit 2026 attendance breaks records, increases 17% to 68,208
BitSummit 2026 concluded with a record-breaking attendance of 68,208 visitors, marking a 17% increase from the previous year. In separate news, HoYoverse announced plans to invest up to $14.6 billion in artificial intelligence over the next three years to develop in-house tools for future game development, including AI-powered NPCs for their upcoming life simulation title, Petit Planet.
What Time Is Summer Game Fest 2026 Livestream?
The Summer Game Fest 2026 livestream, hosted by Geoff Keighley, is scheduled for Friday, June 5th, 2026. The event will begin at 5 PM EDT in North America and 10 PM BST in the UK, with a runtime of approximately two hours. Confirmed games include Among Us, Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced, Blood Message, Clutch, Dead by Daylight, and Star Wars Zero Company.
Brasil Game Show 2026 to Feature SEGA
Brasil Game Show has announced that SEGA will participate in its 2026 edition, taking place from October 9 to 12 at Distrito Anhembi in São Paulo. This marks SEGA's fourth consecutive year at the event, with a booth twice the size of the previous year. Specific attractions will be revealed closer to the show dates.
Summer Game Fest 2026 date and times - plus State of Play, Nintendo, and more
Summer Game Fest 2026 will kick off with Sony's State of Play on June 2nd, featuring Marvel's Wolverine, followed by the main Summer Game Fest showcase on June 5th. Microsoft's Xbox Games Showcase is scheduled for June 7th, with Nintendo's Direct expected mid-June. The event season also includes various other showcases like the Women-Led Games Showcase, Access-Ability Summer Showcase, and the PC Gaming Show.
Every gaming showcase in May and June 2026
The period of late May to mid-June 2026 is set to be exceptionally busy with numerous gaming showcases, trailers, and announcements. This includes the main Summer Game Fest 2026 hosted by Geoff Keighley on June 5, alongside a variety of indie, publisher, and regional spotlights. Major events like PlayStation's State of Play and the Xbox Showcase are also scheduled, creating a festival-like season for game announcements.
Indiana Jones whips onto the Switch 2! Pure Nintendo Podcast E162
The Pure Nintendo Podcast discusses Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, highlighting its voice acting, graphics, puzzles, and locales. The episode also covers news including a Zelda movie update, Virtual Boy games on Switch Online, and other upcoming titles like Moss and Yoshi. The hosts also mention sales figures for Tomodachi Life and games they are currently playing.
Nintendo Direct Potentially Set for Mid-June – Rumor
Rumors suggest Nintendo may hold a Nintendo Direct presentation in mid-June, potentially after the Summer Game Fest. Industry insider Jeff Grubb has indicated a mid-June window, with similar claims previously made by NateTheHate. The showcase could feature news on upcoming titles like a remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Nintendo Switch Sports, and Splatoon Raiders.
IGN Live 2026 Partner Lineup to Include Avatar: The Last Airbender and Control Resonant
IGN Live 2026 has announced its partner lineup, featuring "Avatar: The Last Airbender" Season 2, "Control Resonant," and "Poppy Playtime" Chapter 4. The event will also include appearances from "Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis," "Rick and Morty," and WWE Superstar Kevin Owens, among others. The event takes place June 6-7 in Los Angeles.
Nintendo announces return to Gamescom 2026 in August
Nintendo has announced its return to Gamescom in Cologne, Germany, scheduled for August 26th to 30th, 2026. While not confirmed, there is speculation about potential game announcements during a rumored June Nintendo Direct. The article also references past Nintendo presences at Gamescom, highlighting titles like Luigi's Mansion 3, ASTRAL CHAIN, The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening, Super Mario Party, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Nintendo confirmed for Gamescom 2026
Nintendo has confirmed its attendance at Gamescom 2026, which will take place from August 26 to August 30 in Cologne, Germany. While specific activities are yet to be detailed, attendees can anticipate playable demos and various events. Nintendo's presence marks its second consecutive year at the major gaming expo, which saw over 350,000 attendees in the previous year.
Summer Game Fest 2026 tickets apparently sell out in minutes
Tickets for the upcoming Summer Game Fest event reportedly sold out within minutes, indicating high demand from attendees. The annual gaming event, organized by Geoff Keighley, is scheduled to begin on June 5th and is expected to feature numerous announcements and developer interviews.
Hype Is Building for the First-Ever Five-Day Tokyo Game Show, But What New PS5 Games Will Be There?
This year's Tokyo Game Show will be its longest ever, expanding to five days from September 17th to 21st. While exhibitor details are still emerging, anticipation is high for potential reveals of major upcoming PlayStation 5 titles such as Final Fantasy 7 Remake's third installment, Dragon Quest 12, and Kingdom Hearts 4.
Tokyo Game Show 2026 Reveals First Teaser and Influencer Lineup
Organizers for Tokyo Game Show 2026 have released the event's first teaser video and announced the initial lineup of "TGS BOOSTERZ" influencers. The show will expand to five days, running from September 17 to 21, 2026, at Makuhari Messe. The event aims to accommodate more companies with adjusted hall layouts, and exhibitor applications are open until May 22.
Tokyo Game Show 2026 teaser video; giveaway campaign and first wave of influencers announced
The Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association has released a teaser video for Tokyo Game Show 2026. The announcement also detailed an upcoming giveaway campaign and revealed the first wave of participating influencers for the event.
E3 started 31 years ago today and gaming was never the same
The Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), which began 31 years ago on May 11, 1995, fundamentally changed the video game industry by providing a dedicated event for game announcements and reveals. The inaugural show saw significant moments like Sega's surprise Sega Saturn launch and Sony's iconic PlayStation price reveal, which shifted the console market. While E3 was once the dominant force in gaming news, the rise of digital showcases and independent events, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, led to its eventual discontinuation in 2023.
