Video game confab E3 cancelled over coronavirus fears

The Electronic Entertainment Expo, the signature video game industry event held annually in June, has been cancelled because of fears of the spreading coronavirus outbreak. In a statement, the show's organizers, the Entertainment Software Association, said the decision to cancel E3 was completed after "careful consideration" and discussions with participating companies. "Following increased and overwhelming concerns about the COVID-19 virus, we felt this was the best way to proceed during such an unprecedented global situation," said the ESA in a statement. "We are very disappointed that we are unable to hold this event for our fans and supporters. But we know it's the right decision based on the information we have today."