From April 15-17, More than 18,000 Professional Gamers and High-Tech Enthusiasts Expected to Experience the Most Exciting and Intense Gaming Event of the Year!
Gamers Assembly, the largest esports event in France dedicated to the online gaming community, has announced today that it will be hosting its 18th edition April 15-17, 2017 at Poitiers Exhibition Centre in France. At this year’s event, which lasts a full 72 hours, Gamers Assembly is expecting to see more than 20,000 visitors including 1,900 esports professionals and other gaming aficionados in its 160,000 sq. ft. and 3 halls.
Brainchild of Futurolan, a non-profit organization, Gamers Assembly was created in 2000 with the ambition of becoming one of France’s (and Europe’s) leading esports events. Fast-forward 16 years and the Gamers Assembly has developed into the largest LAN party in Europe with 19,000 visitors in 2016, sharing the same passion: esports. Over the years, Gamers Assembly has conquered a broader audience thanks to its qualitative tournaments and exhibition area.
“We are really proud to be able to share our passion with thousands of people, professionals or amateurs, for 17 years now. We endeavor to bring more and more content for gamers but also for the audience who is eager to know more about esports and more widely video games,” said Vincent Colas, president of Futurolan. “A staple when speaking about esports, Gamers Assembly nowadays gathers the fans, professionals or simply the curious thanks to its extended program and partners.”
Gamers Assembly offers an intense and varied program not only for professional players but also for casual gamers and the entire family. During the event’s three days, all are invited to immerse themselves and experience the world of video games, esports and technology, participating in one-of-a kind interactive activities.
Professional esports players from around the globe compete in large tournaments on stage playing games including League of Legends, Counter Strike, StarCraft II, Hearthstone, Call of Duty or Street Fighter. A total of 70,000 euros in prize cash will be granted to celebrate more than 1,900 players registered through the various competitions.
Gamers Assembly 2017 Program:
•More than 15 Professional Tournaments: League of Legends, Overwatch, Counter Strike, Hearthstone, Starcraft II, Heroes of the Storm, Team Fortress 2, Shootmania Elite, Trackmania, Rocket League, Call of Duty, Street Fighter, FIFA 2016 … and many others!
·Cosplay Competition: Video games, Pop culture, movies…come and admire the costumes and embodiments of your favorite characters!
•Dedicated «Families 3.0 » Area: Families are invited to explore various themed zones!
•Conferences & Roundtables: Guest Speakers will be discussing various exciting topics related to the world of video games (creation, education, culture).
•Exhibitors & Partners Area: Relax and discover the latest products and trends presented by industry professionals.
Dates: April 15-17, 2017
Location: Parc des Expositions de Poitiers, France
Tickets are available for purchase online via box office.
About Gamers Assembly
Gamers Assembly is one of the largest gathering of European network players. The 2017 event, our 18th edition, brought together twenty different communities on PC and console. Many booths and animations can be discovered there, making it the most anticipated gaming festival every year! The “GA” Poitiers assembles more than 1,800 players every year with nearly 20,000 visitors also expected.