From 31.3. until April 2, 2023, the Game Gang Show took place in Ljubljana, a gaming spectacle like no other. Video games have become so-called e-sports and entertainment technology at the same time.
Enthusiasts of games, the digital world and racing sports could lose themselves in another world for three days when it opened its doors on 31/03/2023 Game Gang Show. 33 exhibitors from the world of technology and entertainment presented themselves on more than 4,300 m2 of space, and among them consoles and computers filled the corners, which attracted a total of almost 7,000 visitors over three days.
Those with a more sporty attitude could sit on the seat of racing simulators and try to drive a lap in real racing conditions. He also hosted the event Andrej Jereb, multiple national and international racing champion, and his Toyota Gazoo Racing racing car.
An even bigger surprise was the turnout Tim "Nemesis" Lipovšek, who stepped back from international waters to his home Summoner's Rift and took home the title with national and regional stars national champion in the League of Legends game.
Winners of eSports competitions
During the weekend, it was possible to participate in smaller tournaments aimed at visitors, and those who were more keen started their journey at the Game Gang Show weeks before. The best in the country and the region chose the opportunity to perform on the main stage, where they took the podium:
- Counter Strike Global Offensive: Cyber Wolfs Blue (Slovenia)
- Valorant: Diamant Esports (Slovenia)
- FIFA23: Filip Babić (Croatia)
- Clash Royale: Anžej Leskovšek (Slovenia)
- League of Legends National Championship: Wattered Bottle (Slovenia)
- Brawl Stars: Tai Češnovar (Slovenia)
In addition to eSports competitions in the current biggest mobile, console and PC games, there was a small sea of test equipment, headsets, keyboards, the latest smartphones and cooling systems for computers available to try out.
The costumes were the most captivating
The event was also a great opportunity for everyone who wanted to meet and chat with their online idols. The best Slovenian content creators and cosplayers wandered around the festival for three days and were happy to stop for a picture or a nice word.
The viewers were most excited when the cosplayers showed up in the main contest, which was won by Jan "@lonelywolfj" Strmšek with the costume of Geralt of Rivia from the game The Witcher.
She recorded the longest queues between the stalls Mastercard Escape Experience, which hid a very special surprise for everyone who made it to the exit.
The enthusiasm was palpable, there were many participants and the desire for the next event was clear. Game Gang Show is saying goodbye for this year, but will definitely return in 2024.
