E3 2016 Third-Party Press Conferences Preview

E3 2016 is looking to be one of the most exciting iterations of the Electronic Entertainment Expo ever. Aside from Microsoft and Sony, three separate third-party publishers are holding their own press conferences. While this has become expected from both Ubisoft and Electronic Arts, Bethesda is proving that last year’s press conference wasn’t a special occurrence and they are here to stay.

Electronic Arts will kick off E3 2016 with their press conference that takes place Sunday afternoon (1PM PT / 4PM ET). Bethesda follows them six hours later for their second ever E3 press conference. Then on Monday, Ubisoft will show off their latest and greatest games (at 1PM PT / 4PM ET) in between Microsoft and Sony’s press conference.

To help get you ready for what will be a busy week, I’ve put together a preview for these third-party press conferences. I’ll let you know what’s confirmed to be at the show, what rumors are circulating, and what I want to see announced.

I hope you enjoyed my preview of the several third-party press conferences that will be a part of E3 2016. There are a lot of exciting games being developed from these three major publishers, and I can’t wait to see what surprises they have in store for the gaming world in a few days!

Let me know in the comments which E3 press conference you are most looking forward to at E3 2016, and if you’re disappointed Square Enix isn’t holding a press conference this year!

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E3 2016 Third-Party Press Conferences Preview

E3 2016 Third-Party Press Conferences Preview
Bethesda

What Will Appear: One of Bethesda's big teases last year was Dishonored 2. Gamers didn't get a good taste of it then, but this year it'll get center stage. Expect a lot of gameplay since it's out 5 months from now.
Bethesda

What is Rumored to Appear: The internet is abuzz with rumors of Skyrim Remastered. While I'm not sure why the same people who whine about remasters are suddenly begging for one now, it seems awfully likely that this will help ease the wait for the next Elder Scrolls game.
Bethesda

What I Hope to See: Bethesda has done the unthinkable as of late and have absolutely knocked it out of the park at adapting id's shooters to modern gaming. Since both of the recent DOOM and Wolfenstein games were a blast, here's to hoping plans for Quake 5 get announced.
Electronic Arts

What Will Appear: It's already known what big hitters will be appearing at EA's presser this year. A whole lot of Mass Effect Andromeda is going to be shown, debut footage of Titanfall 2, and more of Battlefield 1.

I've also been able to confirm that Pelé will be taking the stage for a full 30 minutes this year, after the great response to his segment next year. I'm kidding, sadly.
Electronic Arts

What is Rumored to Appear: It's no secret that Electronic Arts is going to be using the Star Wars license to its full capacity. I expect to see something unveiled here, be it Amy Hennig's game or something else.
Electronic Arts

What I Hope to See: With the recent passing of Muhammad Ali, there's no better way to honor him than in a new Fight Night game. Boxing has made its way back to network television, and there's really no better time for a new installment in the series.

Also, tha Hoop Gawd. Who I hope is doing well since he hasn't tweeted since Star Wars Battlefront released.
Ubisoft

What Will Appear: Ubisoft won't likely have a ton of surprises this year as a lot of their upcoming games are already known. Expect to see more of Watch Dogs 2, gameplay of South Park: The Fractured But Whole, and Ghost Recon Wildlands.
Ubisoft

What is Rumored to Appear: While For Honor is a lock to appear at the conference, I think it's likely that Ubisoft will put the game's single-player on display. Ubisoft might even announce an open beta for the multiplayer portion to garner some additional hype.
Ubisoft

What I Hope to See: I've essentially given up on Beyond Good & Evil 2 (so watch that get revived this year), so I'm hoping to see a new Rayman entry. I'd be fine with 2D or 3D (although I feel like the series has already mastered 2D), so here's to hoping Ubisoft provides more platforming hijinks with their limbless hero.