E3 2021 preview: Dates, where to watch, schedule and more – Times of India

The biggest game show of the year, E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo) is set to kick off tomorrow (June 12). This year, however, the event will be held digitally just like every other tech event this year thanks to the covid-19 pandemic.
At the event, several game developers will make announcements about the upcoming games, updates and more.
E3: Dates and timings
As mentioned the E3 game show will begin on June 12 and it is expected to end on June 15. Game publishers will be hosting its event within the time frame.
E3: How and where to watch
People can register for the E3 event via the official website and catch up on all the events, shows and more right from the website. Apart from that, the events will be live streamed on several other platforms like YouTube, Twitch, etc.
E3: Schedule
The E3 schedule this year isn’t as simple as it used to be. With more publishers participating this year, it is almost impossible to keep track of the upcoming events and live streams. So to make things easier, ESA has dropped the complete schedule of the event. Here’s the list.
June 12: Broadcast pre-show starts at 10 pm IST
The event will start with a press conference from Ubisoft and Gearbox Entertainment and a session with GamesBeat.
June 12: Broadcast pre-show starts at 9:15 pm IST
Microsoft’s Xbox and Bethesda Games showcase will take place starting at 10:30 pm IST.
Special presentations from Square Enix, the PC Gaming Show and the Future Games Show.
Warner Bros. Games’ Back 4 Blood and 24 Entertainment will also be featured.
June 14: Broadcast pre-show starts at 8:30 pm IST
Alongside press conferences from several indie developers, presentations from Mythical Games, Freedom Games, Razer and Capcom will take place, as well as a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Panel Discussion from Take-Two Interactive throughout the day.
There will also be a session with VENN and Verizon and Intellivision will also be there.
June 15: broadcast pre-show starts at 8:30 pm IST
The event will conclude with Nintendo Direct and Nintendo Treehouse: Live programming which will start at 9:30 pm IST.
BANDAI NAMCO, Yooreka Games and GameSpot will also have focused events.
The broadcast will round out with the Official E3 2021 Awards Show.