What’s on at EGX 2019: Games, Cosplays, Esports and more
EGX 2019 is running from October 17 – 20 at the ExCeL center in London, with a host of events on offer for gaming enthusiasts from all over the world. Here’s a full breakdown of what’s on at this year’s EGX expo.
EGX 2019 is the UK’s biggest gaming event and attendees have the opportunity to get their hands on pre-release games, alongside having access to Europe’s largest collection of indie games.
While boasting an impressive assortment of the latest big releases and upcoming titles, EGX will host the European Final of the Capcom Pro Tour, which will run parallel to Hewlett Packard’s OMEN Esports Stage.
Dexerto coverage at EGX
Interview with Infexious
🎥@infexiousdc tells @WSOLogan why 2019 has been his best competitive year EVER as a #SFV pro.#EGX2019 w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/WDoOiHlMel
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 18, 2019
Day 1 recap
That’s a Wrap on day 1 of the Capcom Pro Tour at #EGX2019!@WSOLogan & @F_Word_FGC tell you what to expect and who to keep an eye out for as the TOP 32 #SFV pros return tomorrow for more action!
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— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 18, 2019
Who to look out for at Capcom Pro Tour
Live from #EGX2019, @djlogansama & @F_Word_FGC reveal which pros to look out for at the EU regionals of the Capcom Pro Tour.
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— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 18, 2019
Interview with Angrybird
🎥@FGC_Angrybird tells @WSOLogan which #SFV player is on his hit-list this season and why it’s important to win #EGX2019 again.
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— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 18, 2019
K-Brad interview
🎥@therisenation’s @KBradJStorm tells @WSOLogan who his favorite #SFV pros are to watch at #EGX2019 🔥
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— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 18, 2019
Bigbird interview
“We single-handedly put UAE in the international map” @Bigbird_fgc talks with @WSOLogan about the prospect of representing his country on #SFV in the 2020 Olympics 🔥#EGX2019 w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/HNqK7Ti6X6
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 18, 2019
Phenom Interview
🎥@Nordavindgg’s ace @NVD_Phenom tells @WSOLogan the toughest part of being a #SFV pro. #EGX2019 w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/Sh9Nit68wC
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 18, 2019
VPMarc interview
FGC & esports pioneer @VPmarcUK recounts to @F_Word_FGC how they jumpstarted the SFV scene in the UK. 🔥#EGX2019 w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/RDJLcFnCb5
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 19, 2019
GamerBee interview
“I have being doing this for a long time, this is THE dream”#SFV legend @GamerBeeTW talks with @F_Word_FGC about his long FGC career and what it means to be part of fellow legend @daigothebeast’s team.#EGX2019 w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/JZMJqSytqN
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 19, 2019
Tryhard interview
“He is a character everyone is trying to learn to beat”@UYU’s @TryhardJB tells @F_Word_FGC why "Rashid" is helping him stay at the top in #SFV.#EGX2019 w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/TYLkAx35wk
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 19, 2019
Open Premier recap
“I don’t think people can argue that Europe is the Number 2 region in the world for SFV"@WSOLogan & @F_Word_FGC recap the action of the Open Premier and tell you what to look forward in tomorrow’s regional finals!#EGX2019 w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/fy2VKXIUOY
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 19, 2019
JeSTeR PoWeR interview
‘This one is for my family”
After the birth of his son, TOP 8 at #EGX2019 is more important than ever to @JeSTeR_PoWeR 🔥
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— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 19, 2019
Anti interview
Is that the best hairstyle of all time? 🤔
Smash pro @Anti invades the Capcom Pro Tour and tells @F_Word_FGC which SFV players he thinks may win #EGX2019 👀
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— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 19, 2019
Big Bird interview
🏆Champion!🏆
SFV Open Premier ✅
Regional Final ❓@Bigbird_fgc tells @WSOLogan there’s no time to celebrate just yet.w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/DCVSYSBvxH
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 19, 2019
HelloKittyRicky interview
“She lets me play the game that I WANT to play."
FGC legend @HelloKittyRicki tells @F_Word_FGC why she still picks “Chun-Li” as her main in SFV. 👀#EGX2019 w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/UztCHWjA3g
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 20, 2019
Pro Tour regional recap
That's a WRAP! 🏆
Thank you for joining our coverage of the Capcom Pro Tour at #EGX2019 with @F_Word_FGC & @WSOLogan! 🔥
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— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 20, 2019
Keftaroz and Takamura Interview
“The main goal is to perform at the highest level. Sponsors will eventually come”@Keftaroz7 talks about brother @Takamura_Be beating some of the top SFV players in the world this season and still not being sponsored.#EGX2019 w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/qaZm7Tjv4a
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 20, 2019
Infexious interview
“We are heading into Capcom Cup, I need to make sure I am happy with my choices NOW"
EU Regional Finals runner-up @infexiousdc tells @WSOLogan why it is so important to be able to play with different characters of the SFV roster.#EGX2019 w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/6msiiZ3JjU
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 20, 2019
Louffy interview
“Every year I’m one of the favorites to win, this year I am the dark horse" 👀
FGC legend @Louffy086 tells @F_Word_FGC how strong the SFV competition in Europe has become. 🇪🇺#EGX2019 w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/eeWhZZzjnu
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 20, 2019
Phenom interview
Worst mic check of all time? 😂
Good thing @NVD_Phenom never pursued a presenter career and instead became one of the top EU SFV players, who is now in the Winner’s side of the Regional Finals. 🔥#EGX2019 w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/4IZhtJhmHq
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 20, 2019
Big Bird champion interview
🏆Champ Champ!🏆
SFV Open Premier ✅
Capcom Pro Tour Regional Final ✅@Bigbird_fgc tells @F_Word_FGC how he made history at #EGX2019! 🔥w/@ElgatoGaming pic.twitter.com/gZxVXNB9Qi
— Dexerto (@Dexerto) October 20, 2019
Show Floor
With over 250 games for attendees to access (including Activision’s eagerly anticipated Modern Warfare), those at the event will be spoilt for choice in terms of what to turn their hand to.
Although many will be attracted to the top titles that are on offer, EGX’s Rezzed Zone shines the spotlight on independent developers, giving exposure to an array of indie games while providing attendees an opportunity to chat with the talent behind them.
There is a host of talent from all corners of the industry in attendance. If you fancy meeting them in the flesh, EGX have you covered, as they run meet and greets all weekend long.
Big name developers will be in attendance at EGX 2019.
Esports at the EGX Arena
Interested in competitive gaming? EGX also have a dedicated esports section, where exhibitors such as Corsair, Logitech and HyperX (to name a few) will be on-hand to sample their latest kit.
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Alongside providing access to a collection of the biggest brands in esports, the expo will host its very own OMEN by HP Esports Stage, where Capcom’s flagship Street Fighter tournament will be displayed for spectators.
Two Nintendo tournaments will also be taking place for Splatoon 2 and Super Smash Bros, on Saturday and Sunday respectively.
If not there in person, you can watch the Street Fighter tournament on Twitch here.
Watch live video from CapcomFighters on www.twitch.tvThe action doesn’t stop there!
A dedicated Cosplay Zone will exhibit the creative efforts of some of the best Cosplayers, which will run for the entirety of the event. Aside from dishing out prizes for the most impressive masquerades, a selection of workshops will be on offer to help take your cosplay game to the next level.
More interested in hearing a unique insight into the finest minds of the industry? EGX Theatre provides an opportunity to listen-in on presentations from big names. Previous events have hosted talent from industry leaders such as Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo!
To top off all of the content already on offer, EGX Live will showcase streamers from all over playing some of your favorite games on each day of the event.
From an assigned merchandise area to a dedicated careers fair for those looking to get involved or progress in the gaming industry, EGX 2019 is covering all bases.
If you’re looking to commemorate your attendance to the expo, a collection of top-notch tattoo artists from Ink Fusion Empire will present.
For the latest goings-on from the event, stay up-to-date through their official Twitter page.