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E3 2019

E3 2019 was the 25th Electronic Entertainment Expo, a video game industry trade show held at the Los Angeles Convention Center from June 11 to June 13, 2019.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

E3 2019 was the 25th edition of the Electronic Entertainment Expo, a video game industry trade show held at the Los Angeles Convention Center from June 11 to June 13, 2019. Major publishers and platform holders used the event and the days before it to present game announcements, trailers, and press conferences.

Dates and venue

E3 2019 took place at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, California. The official expo ran from June 11 to June 13, 2019.

Press conference schedule

Major press conferences and livestreams were staged before the expo floor opened. Coverage lists events from June 8 or June 9 through June 11, including EA Play, Microsoft, Bethesda, Ubisoft, Square Enix, and Nintendo.

Nintendo at E3 2019

Nintendo did not use a traditional stage press conference in the same way as some other publishers; instead, it held a Nintendo Direct presentation scheduled for June 11 at 9:00 AM PT.

Xbox at E3 2019

Microsoft’s Xbox briefing was one of the major early-E3 presentations, scheduled for June 9 at 1:00 PM PT.

Announcements and games

E3 2019 included a wide range of game reveals and stage presentations, alongside E3 Coliseum talks and publisher showcases. Reported topics and titles included major upcoming releases and developer presentations across several platforms.

Key facts

  • E3 2019 was held June 11–13 at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
  • Press conferences and livestreams began on June 8 or June 9.
  • Microsoft held its Xbox briefing on June 9 at 1:00 PM PT.
  • Nintendo's E3 2019 Nintendo Direct was on June 11 at 9:00 AM PT.
  • The event influenced video game release schedules and coverage followed by Canadian media and players.
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Canadian context

E3 2019 mattered to Canadian readers because it was a major North American video game industry event that influenced release schedules, game coverage, and publisher announcements followed by Canadian media and players.

Frequently asked questions

What were the E3 2019 schedule dates?
The main E3 2019 expo ran from June 11 to June 13, 2019. Press conferences and livestreams started earlier, with some schedules beginning on June 8 or June 9.
What were the E3 2019 press conferences?
Major presentations included EA Play, Microsoft Xbox, Bethesda, Devolver Digital, Ubisoft, Square Enix, and Nintendo, with times scheduled across June 8–11 depending on the publisher.
What did Nintendo do at E3 2019?
Nintendo scheduled a Nintendo Direct for June 11 at 9:00 AM PT rather than a traditional on-stage press conference.
What did Xbox do at E3 2019?
Microsoft’s Xbox briefing was scheduled for June 9 at 1:00 PM PT and was one of the headline E3 2019 presentations.
What game announcements were associated with E3 2019?
E3 2019 featured announcements and previews from publishers and developers across the industry, including showcases tied to games discussed at E3 Coliseum and major press conferences.
When did the E3 2019 show floor open?
The expo floor opened during the main June 11–13 event period at the Los Angeles Convention Center.

References

  1. GameSpot — https://www.gamespot.com/articles/e3-2019-schedule-all-events-live-streams-games-and/1100-6465962/
    Supports: E3 2019 event schedule and specific press conference times including Microsoft, EA, and others.
  2. PC Gamer — https://www.pcgamer.com/e3-2019-dates-schedule-press-conferences/
    Supports: E3 2019 expo dates and press conference schedule timing.
  3. GamesRadar — https://www.gamesradar.com/e3-2019-schedule/
    Supports: Detailed E3 2019 schedule and E3 Coliseum programming.
  4. Nintendo Life — https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2019/06/guide_e3_2019_nintendo_direct_times_and_event_schedule
    Supports: Nintendo Direct timing and E3 2019 Nintendo schedule.
  5. Wikipedia — https://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/E3_2019
    Supports: Overview facts: edition number, dates, venue, organizer, and general event description.
  6. Gematsu — https://www.gematsu.com/2019/06/e3-2019-press-conference-and-streaming-schedule
    Supports: Press conference and streaming schedule beginning before the main expo.