Despite concerns about the first confirmed cases of coronavirus in the U.S., the Electronic Software Association (ESA) has reassured attendees that the organization is still moving ahead with E3 2020 in Los Angeles in June.
“Everyone is watching the situation very closely,” the ESA told IGN in a statement. “We will continue to be vigilant as our first priority is the health, wellness, and safety of all of our exhibitors and attendees. Given what we know at this time, we are moving ahead full speed with E3 2020 planning. Exhibit and registrations ales are on track for an exciting show in June.”
The statement comes less than a week after GDC was postponed from March to the summer. PlayStation, Epic, Facebook, Microsoft, and Google were among the major companies to drop out of the convention before it was postponed.
“Having spent the past year preparing for the show with our advisory boards, speakers, exhibitors, and event partners, we’re genuinely upset and disappointed not to be able to host you at this time,” the GDC organizers said in their own statement.