Dubai Esports and Games Festival 2023 lineup announced

Takes place from 21 to 25 June at the South Halls, Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai

June is looking pretty hot for gamers as the annual Dubai Esports and Games Festival 2023 (DEF) returns to Dubai for the Second Edition.

And now you can rejoice in the knowledge that Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has announced the exciting line-up of events that are set to take place from 21 to 25 June at the South Halls, Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai.

It’s great news for schools too as DEF 2023 will be open exclusively for schools through website registration from 21-22 June, while the GameExpo Summit will be held from 21 to 22 June, and the GameExpo consumer show from 23 to 25 June.

The GameExpo consumer show features the latest gaming products of leading industry players such as Playstation, Xbox, Ubisoft and Namco as well as a new influencer tournament, Play Beyond that will see a contest between some of the world’s biggest gamers.

The festival also includes a GameExpo Summit, powered by PG Connects, which will serve as a forum for regional leaders to explore collaboration to further springboard the strong growth in gaming, web3 and AI.

The event offers attendees a chance to attend talks by over 100 industry thought leaders, develop their skills with expert workshops and network with more than 700 high-profile attendees.

The event is also a unique opportunity to catch up on the latest offerings of game developers through exciting activations and exhibitions.

 

Key Events

There will be a unique platform for global gamers, investors, entrepreneurs, and international players through a series of engaging activities.

Also, the festival’s hero consumer event GameExpo will see a range of entertainment brands that cater to families and children, ensuring an inclusive experience for all attendees.

 

At a glance

GameExpo Summit, 21-22 June, South Hall, DEC, Expo City Dubai

GameExpo, 23-25 June, South Hall, DEC, Expo City Dubai

Play Beyond, 24-25 June, South Hall, DEC, Expo City Dubai

Regional Tournaments, June 2023

 

Date

GameExpo Summit, 21-22 June
GameExpo, 23-25 June
Play Beyond, 24-25 June

Location

South Hall, DEC, Expo City Dubai

 

Schools can register to attend the two days of GameExpo via dubaiesportsfestival.com

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Derek Issacs

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