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Technically, the full name of the show is Electronic Entertainment Expo, so it could encompass forms of entertainment that aren't strictly defined as "gaming" or even "interactive".
That said, most people have an expectation of E3 of a show that focuses on games.
I agree with this. Some news outlets seemed considerably more impressed over Microsoft's deals with HBO or ESPN or using a motion camera to do a Bing search, compared to anything Sony or Nintendo had to show from a strictly "gaming" aspect. That's not to say Microsoft doesn't properly cater to gamers, just that when the media spotlight is on them they have a good way of talking up a multi-faceted approach to entertainment.
Perhaps there's a bit of reverse psychology involved. People might automatically assume that games will have strong representation on the show floor anyway, so Microsoft might be giving time in their conference to highlight non-gaming functions that aren't traditionally expected.
That said, most people have an expectation of E3 of a show that focuses on games.
Double edge sword really. Gamers (GAF) will be less than pleased with the E3 showing, however the more casual crowd may begin to sway to MS' side as they push a heavy media center focus & will likely build on that with their next system.
I agree with this. Some news outlets seemed considerably more impressed over Microsoft's deals with HBO or ESPN or using a motion camera to do a Bing search, compared to anything Sony or Nintendo had to show from a strictly "gaming" aspect. That's not to say Microsoft doesn't properly cater to gamers, just that when the media spotlight is on them they have a good way of talking up a multi-faceted approach to entertainment.
Perhaps there's a bit of reverse psychology involved. People might automatically assume that games will have strong representation on the show floor anyway, so Microsoft might be giving time in their conference to highlight non-gaming functions that aren't traditionally expected.