ENDIX Opens Its Doors to a Free, Fully Digital Expo With 50-Plus Games

Players who miss the crowds and badge lines of a traditional convention can now walk a virtual show floor from home. ENDIX, a fully digital expo that costs nothing to attend, opened on November 6 and runs through November 8, with more than 50 games on display.

The lineup mixes playable demos with world premieres and exclusive trailers, so visitors can try a few titles and also see reveals that have not been shown elsewhere. The most distinctive feature is the integrated voice chat, which lets guests speak directly with the studios and publishers behind the games. That kind of access usually requires travel and a ticket to a physical event, so the format could appeal to fans who have never been able to attend a show in person.

Because admission is free and the event is open to guests around the world, the barrier to entry is low. That also makes ENDIX a useful test of how much of the expo experience can move online without losing the parts fans care about most, such as hands-on play and direct conversations with developers.

The window is short, since the final day is November 8. Anyone interested should check the event's official channels for the full list of participating titles and the schedule of premieres.