The numbers are in for this year’s rAge Expo, where 124 exhibitors and 34 693 visitors made 2016 the best one yet.
With these personal record-breaking attendance numbers, Lauren Das Neves, marketing manager of rAge, attributed the success to the extra space and next-generation technology.
“eSports was massive at this year’s expo with major tournaments being played, international shoutcasters and hosts in attendance, and the introduction of Africa’s first ever eSports Branding Summit. This is the start of something big in South Africa,” said Das Neves.
“In addition, the construction of the new Blue Wing Conference Centre at the Ticketpro Dome afforded us the opportunity to create a special space for artists, entrepreneurs and cosplayers to display their talents and to chill. The vibe in the main arena was electric with major games being showcased; next-generation consoles and games on show; great cosplay demonstrated; an impressive amount of VR (virtual reality) and AR (augmented reality) tech for visitors to try out and 2 330 people enjoying the LAN – giving visitors a real glimpse into the future,” Das Neves added.
2017 promises to be an even bigger year for rAge and its partners. Dates for rAge Expo in Johannesburg are confirmed for 6 to 8 October 2017 at the Ticketpro Dome.
