Cool computer "geeks" with a passion for Japanese animation have descended on Adelaide Convention Centre to test their gaming skills.
The Adelaide Anime and Videogames Convention (AVCon) recorded its biggest attendance since its inception - double last year's convention - with more than 4000 gaming fans learning about the latest and greatest in anime and videogames products and insider industry information.
It was the first time AVCon had been held at the Adelaide Convention Centre and through the generosity of the attendees, organisers raised more than $2,000 for Games4Kids, a group that donates game consoles to children in hospital.
Anime is the abbreviated Japanese pronunciation of animation and has become popular in western countries on the back of the phenomenal success of Pokémon that has dramatically exposed more people to Japanese culture.
AVCon Conveynor Melissa Dyer said she was thrilled with the service and facilities of the Adelaide Convention Centre which had ensured the event was a resounding success.
"There was so much more floor space available than at other venues we have used in the past allowing us much more room for videogaming," she said.
"Participants tested their skills against other players while there were special gaming events and tournaments that attracted lots of attention throughout the weekend."
Adelaide Convention Centre Chief Executive Alec Gilbert said the event had once again proved the versatility of the Centre, with enormous gaming consoles set up at various locations.
"One week we hosted a major Boat Show and the following week a gaming event. In addition to staging hundreds of professional meetings and conferences each year, we also have the skills and flexibility to work with organisers who are looking to do something out of the ordinary to reach their target audiences," he said.
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