The Evo 2020 was canceled by the coronavirus

It is official: Evolution Championship Series (EVO) 2020 It has been canceled due to the global contingency caused by the coronavirus.

The organizers of the event announced the decision this Friday, May 1, through the official Twitter account of the event that year after year brings together thousands of fans of fighting video games.

Due to COVID-19, unfortunately cancel Evo 2020 at Mandalay Bay and we will refund all purchased tickets. But to keep Evo’s spirit alive, We will bring an online event this summer. More information coming soon! “, says the post.

The Evo 2020 was scheduled to run from July 31 to August 2 at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas in the United States and was expected to feature title competitions such as Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Dragon Ball Fighter Z, Tekken 7, Street Fighter V, and SoulCalibur VI, among others.

However, as this is an event that brings together a large number of people, its realization was already in question since the social isolation measures started by the pandemic.

For now there are no more details regarding what the online event that was announced as a replacement for the Evo will contemplate and the organization ensures that it will now dedicate itself to reimbursing the tickets and hotel reservations of the attendees without them having to carry out any formalities.