Game-reveal week is here

With E3 dead and most game showcases continuing to follow the pre-recorded, trailer-reel format adopted during the Covid era, it’s Summer Games Fest that has stepped up to try and recapture E3’s unique stage-show magic.

Sony may have jumped the gun a couple of weeks early with its recent PlayStation Showcase (one that was strangely lacking in PlayStation showcases), but for all intents and purposes, last night’s Summer Games Fest was the start of game-reveal week. The week formally known as E3 week.

There’s nothing else quite like it, and with four shows already done and eight still to come, we’re currently right in the thick of it.

There’s a lot to keep track of if you don’t want to miss anything. So here’s a rundown of all the shows vying for your attention during one of the most exciting times of the year for video game fans.

Guerrilla Collective Showcase
Wednesday 7th June
5 pm (BST) 6 pm (CEST) 12 pm (EDT) 9 am (PDT)
Watch: YouTube | Twitch

At three hours long, this one would test even the most dedicated gamers’ staying power. Which is a real shame, because there were some brilliant indie games shown off by both established and up-and-coming devs. You can watch the entire show through the links above, or check out this excellent round-up of everything shown.

Summer Game Fest 2023 Opening Showcase
Thursday 8th June
8 pm (BST) 9 pm (CEST) 3 pm (EDT) 12 pm (PDT)
Watch: YouTube | Twitch

Summer Geoff Fest - sorry, Games Fest - continued to try to fill the void left by E3 with another show filled with trailers, announcements, interviews, and, um, Nic Cage. It was a decent showcase overall with games both big and small to suit pretty much any taste. Again, you can watch the entire show through the links above, or check out this rundown of all the announcements.