Now that E3 as we know it seems to have come and gone, the people behind the Consumer Electronics Show (the Consumer Electronics Association) are looking into the possibility of picking up where the ESA left off. CEA president and CEO Gary Shapiro had this to say about filling the void:
"Since ESA decided to eliminate the E3 event in its known format, we have been deluged with inquiries on whether we could fill the tradeshow needs of smaller video entertainment companies. Our executive board met yesterday and unanimously asked staff to explore ways that we can help the gaming community. We already have commitments from three companies in this area to provide us advice on a new event in late spring 2007."
Shapiro went on to say that CEA is looking at venues in both Los Angeles and Las Vegas. He says, "as long as there is desire and commitment, we are ready to service this community."
This would certainly be good news for those who are going to miss the large spectacle that was E3. Before you get too happy though, no major companies have voiced any sort of approval to CEA about the idea. So far, only Majesco, NCsoft and Auravision seem to be OK with the plan.
