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Cosplay enthusiasts threaten to bring magic and piracy to last years' Games events. The assailants were dealt with in a manner befitting fictional characters Image Credit: GN Archive

The Details

What is Games 15? Games 15 is a spin-off from the Middle East Film and Comic Con. It’s an exhibition of the latest computer games, but also features non-electronic games too, as well as cosplay. Expect celebrity guests, merchandise, collectibles, cosplay, and to meet other geeks from all over the world.

Where is it happening? Dubai International Marine Club, Mina Seyahi, Al Sufouh Road

When is it happening? Thursday, September 10 to Saturday, September 12 2015.

How much is it? You can buy tickets in advance online here. Tickets start at Dh100 for one-day access and go up to Dh1000 for the full VIP package.

The Exhibition

What’s there?There are more games than you can shake a joy-stick at. Whether you’re into consoles and PCs, just casual gaming, traditional tabletop gaming or just looking to enjoy a different kind of day out, there will be something to amuse you.

For the more extrovert Dubai-ite, there is a cosplay competition. Categories included are best RPG character, best FPS character, best fighting game character, best platform game character, best side scroller character, and best group (must be from the above categories). Although entries closed on September 5, it’s still worth watching.

The Electronic Sports League (ESL) is arguably the biggest feature at this years’ event. Some of the world’s best gamers have been invited along to fight it out electronically, with cash prizes up for grabs. The ESL teams have already been pitted together, check out the fixtures here.

WWE Wrestler, Daniel Bryan, is a confirmed celebrity guest, as is gaming legend Yoshinori Ono.

WWE superstar and world heavy weight champion, Daniel Bryan is bringing the "YES!" movement to GAMES 15

 

What games are being previewed? Wipe the saliva from the sides of your mouths, here are the games that are being previewed this weekend:

Game previews  (full details here)
Tomb Raider
Halo 5: Guardians H
Fable Legends
Rare Replay
Forza 6
Street Fighter V
Disney Infinity 3.0
PES 2016
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
NBA 2K16
Just Cause 3
Deus Ex: Mankind Divided
Hitman
Tearaway
WWE 2K16

 

Who exhibits? Any stakeholder relating to gaming. Software manufacturers, retailers, publishers and, of course, nerds.

Additional information

Dresscode Something geeky Age limits Children must be accompanied by an adult

Travel

Car Parking is available at the Dubai International Marina Club, although spaces will be limited. Valet at the nearby hotels is also an option Metro The nearest Metro is Nakeel, followed by a five minute taxi ride Tram Alternatively, alight the metro at Dubai Marina (DAMAC Properties) and ride the tram to Mina Seyahi Taxi The taxi rank is outside Barasti Bar.

Contact details

Phone 04 447 4345 Email community@games-me.com Website Games 15