The Decline of Gaming Events: A Shift in the Industry

A new episode of The GamesIndustry.biz Microcast has been released and is ready for download. This week, the focus is on the decline of consumer gaming events such as PAX, EGX, and the discontinued WASD. Despite the importance of hands-on experience in attracting potential game buyers, the costs associated with attending and organizing events continue to rise. David Lilley, from the team behind WASD, shares his perspective on the challenges facing the industry and expresses optimism for the future of events. The episode also covers significant news, including the possible acquisition of Kadokawa by Sony, as well as the European sales performance of October's major game releases. The podcast is available for streaming below, or for direct download. Subscriptions can be made through various platforms, including Spotify, iTunes, Amazon Music, CastBox, Player FM, and TuneIn. Additionally, the Microcast can be accessed on the GamesIndustry.biz YouTube channel or through a dedicated playlist. This episode was edited by Alix Attenborough.