Celebrating #20yearsofawesome has never been better!
By Staff Writer 24 November 2022 | Categories: newsLooking to go to the rAge Expo, happening between 9-11 December? There are a number of not-to-miss attractions this year, which are all set to contribute to one of the best rAge Expo's ever.
The rAge Expo will have well over 100 exhibitors both big and small, local game development studios, a gaming fashion show, hardware brands showcasing the latest and greatest, Minecraft tournaments, special offers and prize giveaways, simulator racing, esports, a sled-load of retail outlets for all your festive needs, 35+ creators in the Artist Alley, live streams, content creator meet and great zone, Intel Africa Masters grand final, boardgames, mini donuts, food, and plenty more.
Apart from these, here are a few more key events to keep your eye on.
GIVEAWAY!
The organisers are giving all rAge Expo 2022 visitors an opportunity to WIN an Xbox Series S 512GB and RIG 500 Pro Gen 2 headset from Incredible Connection! All you need to do is buy your ticket from Howler and you’ll be automatically entered into a draw to win. Get pumped for the coolest rAge to date and get those tickets. See the *T&Cs below.
rAge Expo will be announcing more competitions in the next few weeks including some rare God of War Ragnarök merchandise and a sim racing seat!
Predator Ultimate Gamer Challenge
Are you the #PredatorUltimateGamer? Predator Gaming and ACGL are hosting the ultimate gamer proving grounds at rAge 2022 and YOU could win an epic gaming setup worth R130,000!
Find out how to qualify online, what's up for grabs, and when the open qualifiers take place! Head here for more info: http://ACGL.GG/Predator
Mamelodi Sundowns FIFA23 Championship
To celebrate the inclusion of Masandawana in FIFA23, Mettlestate and Mamelodi Sundowns F.C. bring you the Mamelodi Sundowns FIFA23 Championship
R200k prize pool. Sign up for the final three qualifiers NOW!
26 November - Online
3 December - Gateway Mall
3 December - Mall of Africa
The Top 8 players will battle it out at rAge 2022. Find more info here: http://mettlestate.com/mamelodi-sundowns-fifa23-championship
Cosplay
It’s time to dust off that costume and come out and play. Do you have a costume that’s aching to be taken out and shown off? No matter your cosplay skill level, they want YOU to join us at rAge 2022.
• Grabbing stuff out of your cupboard?
• Attempting your first simple sewing project?
• Pushing your comfort zone with a major armour build?
Everyone is welcome! Read more here: https://www.rageexpo.co.za/2022/10/time-to-play-cosplay/
rAge Drive Fighting Game Tournament
Are you ready to fight for your glory? Ultimate Gaming Championships is back at rAge 2022 with rAge Drive, their action-packed, awesome fighting game tournament! Test your mettle against the best local players in the most authentic fighting game community in South Africa.
• Friday 9 December – Street Fighter 5 tournament that leads up to a top 3 placement
• Saturday 10 December – Tekken 7 tournament that leads up to a top 3 placement
Winners of both tournaments will qualify for the Red Bull Hit The Streets National Final taking place at the V&A Waterfront Amphitheater in Cape Town on 17 December.
Click here to register.
NAG Streamer Zone
For those looking to take their stream to rAge over the 9th to 11th of December, NAG has you covered. There will be PCs set up in the dedicated Streamer Zone over on the NAG stand that can be booked out for an hour for free. Streamers will have access to gaming rigs complete with hardware from Samsung, Logitech, RODE, Cougar, and Intel. If you stream via console or mobile, we got you, just bring your own console or mobile gaming device and stream as usual.
There are other benefits to streaming from the Nag Streamer Zone as well. Streamers who book their slot will be featured on NAG in the run-up to rAge, and there will be interviews held with you on the official NAG Stream, which will be running throughout the rAge weekend.
For Streamers who want to know more and register, you can click the link here.
Intel Africa Masters
The Intel Africa Masters is a cross-continent CS: GO tournament where players in four regions will compete for the title of best CS: GO team in Africa. The semi-finals and Grand Finals will take place at rAge Expo and consist of four teams from four countries/region; Egypt, South Africa, Nigeria, and North Africa (Tunisia, Algeria and Morocco).
More info here - https://intelafricamasters.com/
*T&Cs apply:
• This competition is open to residents of South Africa only (the prize will not be shipped to a delivery address outside of ZA).
• One winner will be randomly drawn on Tuesday 13 December 2022.
• The winner will be contacted via email.
• Should the prize not be claimed by 13 January 2023 another winner will be drawn.
• Prize is not transferable and cannot be converted to cash.
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