Absent: Microsoft will be in neither GamesCom nor the Tokyo Game Show

After the E3 trade show in the world of video games is the GamesCom in Germany, and thirdly the Japanese Tokyo Game Show. Microsoft has traditionally not attended the latter, but this year will also not go to the European convention.

“As a prelude to the launch of Halo 4, Gears of War: Judgmenet, Forza: Horizon, Fable: The Journey and Dance Central among other games and entertainment experiences, Xbox will focus on smaller, more localized experiences for consumers, partners, vendors and the press around the world, “said Microsoft in a statement to the site videogaming247.

“As a result Xbox will not be displayed directly on the GamesCom in Cologne in August this year. Some Xbox games selected will be displayed by our partners at the event,” they conclude.