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Fan Expo Canada to host World Series of Videogames 2007
The largest video game tournament ever to take place in Canada is bound to bring big name professional gamers world wide to the Fan Expo Canada at the Metro Convention Center in Toronto on August 24 through 26, 2007, with more than $75,000 in cash prizes to be awarded to the winners in games including World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade, Guitar Hero II and Quake 4 to name a few.
Non-pro gamers who attend the World Series of Video Games (WSVG) can also…
Canada to host World Series of Video Games tournament
Intel has partnered up with the World Series of Video Games to bring the venerable competition to our northern neighbors. August 24th through the 26th will see the tournament held at the Metro Toronto Convention Center. There will be over $70,000 in cash prizes available for those lucky few who manage to rise to the top of the field. Gamers will be competing on such titles as World of Warcraft, Quake 4, and Guitar Hero II.
Intel will also be offering…
World Series of Video Games helps break down gamer stereotype
What comes to mind when you think of a gamer? Is it the image of a young boy in his mom’s basement, no job, no girlfriend, and sore thumbs? If it is, then you may want to hear what Matt Ringel has to say.
The commissioner for the World Series of Video Games, Matt Ringel, is not a teenager addicted to soda, potato chips and video games. He’s 40 years old, has a job and a mission to bring the real image of a dedicated gamer to the public. There’s no better way to accomplish this than publicity – lots and lots of publicity.
In order to accomplish his mission, Ringel has devised a plan: Make the world of video games into a glamorous TV-friendly extravaganza with real professional gamers that make frequent appearances. His vessel is the World Series of Video Games…
World Series of Videogames in Louisville, KY
Now in its second competitive season, The World Series of Video Games held an event in Louisville, KY, from June 21 through June 24, 2007. A total of $90,000 in prize money was handed out to the top finishers this past weekend.
Louisville’s event featured players competing in Counter-Strike, World of Warcraft, Warcraft 3, Guitar Hero II, Quake 4 and Fight Night Round 3.
The World Series events take place around the world…
