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It’s set! San Diego, USA – San Diego Comic-Con 2020 has been officially canceled for the first time. The convention usually shows expected upcoming content, which is a big disappointment for many fans. The announcement states that “health warnings and recent statements by the Governor of California” raise enough doubts about the safety of the United States. It was therefore decided to cancel the event.

Usually thousands of fans make the annual pilgrimage to San Diego Comic-Con to meet their stars, see sneak-peak previews of upcoming movies and pick up exclusive merchandise. But 2020 is not normal: Due to the Corona pandemic, the mega fair cannot take place as usual. Instead, the organizers have now announced a virtual event.

The planned online event, called Comic-Con@Home, will be held from 22 to 26 July, the same time frame in which the live convention should have taken place. The big advantage of the virtual event: fans can participate completely free of charge and the number of participants is unlimited.

As usual, panel discussions (the so-called panels) and presentations on films, series, video games, and comics are planned, as well as costume contests and playful competitions for fans. There will also be a virtual hall where exhibitors will present special promotional offers and limited products.

“For the first time in our 50-year history, we are looking forward to virtually welcoming everyone around the globe,” said San Diego Comic-Con spokesman David Glanzer in a statement (via Collider). “Although the stay-at-home conditions make these days difficult times, we see these circumstances as an opportunity to spread joy and strengthen our sense of community.”

More details about the planned panels and the conditions of participation for the fans will follow in the coming weeks. Those interested in participating should definitely keep an eye on the official Comic-Con blog.