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Xbox Events at San Diego Comic-Con

The Xbox events at San Diego Comic-Con have been detailed.

For the fifth consecutive year, Xbox will be showing up strong at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. With hands-on this holiday’s hottest titles, first-look panels and exclusive promotions, we’re ready to be a huge part of your fun at this year’s show. 

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Panels

(All panels are held at the San Diego Convention Center and last for an hour.)

Halo: Nightfall – A First Look

Thursday, July 24, 2014 – 11:45 AM, Room: 6BCF
Experience a deep-dive into Halo: Nightfall, the upcoming live-action digital series from 343 Industries and Scott Free Productions. Join 343 along with key Halo: Nightfall cast and special guests, and be among the first to get the details of the story and production.

The Fusion of Art and Style in Sunset Overdrive

Thursday, July 24, 2014 – 5:00 PM, Room: 5AB
Reveal of new content and an inside look at the inspiration behind the vibrant, off-the-wall style of Sunset Overdrive with the crew from Insomniac Games.

Halo: The Master Chief Collection Producer Panel

Friday, July 25, 2014 – 10:15 AM, Room: 6BCF
Join 343 Industries’ for an in-depth conversation about Halo: The Master Chief Collection. Learn more about the efforts being made to bring the story of the Master Chief and Halo’s legendary multiplayer to a new generation.

Digging E.T. – Behind the Scenes of the
Xbox Originals Documentary, “Atari: Game Over”

Friday, July 25, 2014 – 3:30 PM, Room: 5AB
Get a first glimpse at “Atari: Game Over,” an Xbox Originals documentary that chronicles “The Great Video Game Burial of 1983.” Join Atari founder Nolan Bushnell, original Atari video game designer Howard Scott Warshaw and the creators of the film.

Xbox Booth #100

Get hands on with two of this holiday’s most anticipated titles in the Xbox booth #100 in the Convention Center.

Play Chaos Squad in Sunset Overdrive, a high-velocity, open-world action game and play the Hunter or Monster in Evolve’s #4v1 multiplayer shooter.

  • THURS–SAT: 9:30 AM–7:00 PM
  • SUNDAY: 9:30 AM–5:00 PM

Xbox Lounge:

With over 85 gaming stations featuring more than 25 different Xbox One games, The Xbox Lounge is a must-visit for any gaming fan at SDCC. We’ll also be hosting tournaments, special guest appearances and signings, and photo ops with Halo, Dragon Age Inquisition and Evolve. Complimentary phone charging stations and a lounge atmosphere mean there’s something for everyone.

Manchester Grand Hyatt – Seaport Ballroom, 2nd Floor

  • Thursday:  11AM – 6PM
  • Friday: 11AM – 8PM
  • Saturday: 11AM – 8PM
  • Sunday: 11AM – 5PM

Enter to Win a Collectible Xbox One:

Xbox Events at San Diego Comic-Con

Whether you’re at San Diego Comic-Con or following along at home, we’re giving you a chance to win a collectible Xbox One!

At SDCC? Be sure to check out the custom consoles on display at the Xbox Gaming Lounge. Next, tweet a photo of your favorite one with #XboxOne and #XboxSweeps for your chance to win!

Plus, we’re giving away a custom Nerdist console for fans at home! Keep your eyes peeled for a tweet coming from @Xbox with more info. Click here to see rules.

Related:  Square Enix Comic-Con 2014 Pre-Show Video

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