After just two expos, the public gaming convention is to be dropped.

Initially announced in 2007, the LA-based E for All expo was expected to be the necessary compromise for the downsize of E3. Housing playble demos of greats such as Super Smash Bros. Brawl, the event certainly had its highlights. Unfortunately, main sponsor IDG has announced the doors will remain closed on E for All.

"We want to thank all of our E for All partners for their support, and we encourage E for All exhibitors to participate in the E3 new event, which we believe will meet their needs as well as those of the industry at large. IDG World Expo is very pleased to be partnering with the ESA on E3 and continuing to play a central role in that important industry event. We look forward to furthering our contribution to the success of the video game community."

With a reportedly bigger E3 on the cards for next year, it may not all be doom and gloom for the industry. Will you miss E for All? Have your say below.