Originally published on metropolis.co.jp on September 2010

The organizers of this year’s Tokyo Game Show have made a number of adjustments to keep the event bustling amid the stagnant economy. Among them are an international cosplay competition and a videogame tournament, both taking place during the final two days of the show, which are open to the general public. The 1,400-plus booths will feature a banner turnout from Chinese, Taiwanese and Korean exhibitors, with a special focus on 3D and social gaming, as well as next-generation mobile platforms and new interfaces for home consoles.

Tokyo Game Show 2010
Konami, Sega, Microsoft and others show off their latest products at this annual gaming jamboree. Sep 18-19, 10am-5pm, free (ES and under)/¥1,000 (adv)/¥1,300 (door). Makuhari Messe, Chiba. Nearest stn: Kaihin-Makuhari. http://expo.nikkeibp.co.jp/tgs/2010/en/