The San Diego Comic-Con is almost here, and in between all the news about movies, TV, and comics, there are also going to plenty of games. Even though the event takes place after E3, we're still expecting a few gaming surprises at the show, and here's a rundown of everything we know that's happening so far.

Panel information comes directly from the SDCC website. You can see the full list of panels by visiting their site. All times are PST.

Panels Day One | Thursday July 24

Panels Day Two | Friday, July 25

Panel Name What Halo: The Master Chief Collection Developer Panel 10:15AM -- The developers discuss what to expect from the upcoming Master Chief Collection. Bandai Namco Games Fighting Panel 12PM -- A panel discussing all things Tekken as well as Katsuhiro Harada's newest title. In addition, producers from Rise of Incarnates will show off their new franchise. Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor 12:30PM -- Learn the secret history of the Rings of Power and their relationship to the Wraith-and maybe get some tips on how to dominate the Dark Lord Sauron's army and other enemies. Assassin's Creed Unity Demo and Q&A 2PM -- Meet mysterious Arno, the new hero in Assassin's Creed Unity, learn more details about the game, and be the first to hear about new announcements for the Assassin's Creed franchise. Battlefield Hardline: A Visceral World of Crime and Revenge 2:30PM -- New footage of the engaging single player campaign will be on display showcasing the game's story about the war on crime in the gritty and glamorous streets of LA and Miami. Digging E.T. - Behind the Scenes of the Xbox Originals Documentary, “Atari: Game Over” 3:30PM -- First glimpse at “Atari: Game Over,” the Xbox Originals documentary that chronicles the fall of the Atari Corporation. The Art of Video Games 4PM -- All about upcoming comic adaptions of video games. Street Fighter! 5PM -- Capcom's Street Fighter experts share the latest news on Ultra Street Fighter IV. Series producer Yoshinori Ono may also make an appearance. Three Flavors of Zombie: Expanding the Universe of Dead Island 6PM -- The panel will detail both newly announced games, Dead Island 2 and Escape Dead Island, as well as detail how all three games tell their own unique perspective on the larger Dead Island universe. Evolution of the Action RPG 7PM -- David Brevik (CEO Gazillion, and the mind behind Diablo and Diablo II) discusses the evolution of the action-RPG genre.

Panels Day Three | Saturday, July 26

Meet Some of Magic Noon -- The Gathering's top creators answer your questions and share a sneak peek at upcoming releases. Marvel Video Games 12:30PM -- The Marvel Games team and some of the most talented developers in the industry cover nearly 15 Marvel gaming experiences spanning all platforms-many of which feature the Guardians of the Galaxy. Developing the Next Mass Effect 2PM -- Mass Effect developers from the Edmonton and Montreal studios discuss what it's like to expand on a well-established and beloved video game franchise. Monster Hunter A panel of Capcom staff members a share the new features and exclusive insights from Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate (coming in early 2015 on the Nintendo 3DS). Esports: How to become a Pro Gamer Discussion on the obstacles players face when seeking viable careers as esports competitors. Video Games and Our Future Panelists will discuss the past of video game culture as it compares to today and how "gamification" is making it possible for everyone to become a gamer. Gaia Online The Official Gaia Online panel: a chance to meet the Gaia staff and take a sneak peek at some of the great stuff Gaia has planned for 2014.

Panels Day Four | Sunday, July 27

Sonic and Mega Man Comics 1PM -- Go behind-the-scenes and get the latest news on all things Sonic and Mega Man (in comics). LEGO Batman 3 An inside look at the multiplatform game. Console Wars: Sega and Nintendo Revisit the first generation of console wars with video game personalities who were in the trenches.

Playable Games

Here's a list of Xbox One games that'll be available at the Xbox booth (#100) and the Xbox Lounge at the Manchester Grand Hyatt (1 Market Place):

Tournaments

Thursday, July 24

11AM to 1:30PM -- Forza Motorsport 5 | Xbox Gaming Lounge

2:00PM to 6:00PM -- Titanfall | Xbox Gaming Lounge

Friday, July 25

Noon: Super Smash Bros. 3DS Tournament | Nintendo Gaming Lounge at the Marriott Marquis & Marina

11AM to 1:30PM – Forza Motorsport 5 | Xbox Gaming Lounge

2:00PM to 8:00PM – Titanfall | Xbox Gaming Lounge

Saturday, July 26

11AM to 1:30PM – Forza Motorsport 5 | Xbox Gaming Lounge

2:00PM to 8:00PM – Titanfall | Xbox Gaming Lounge

Sunday, July 27

11AM to 5PM – Killer Instinct | Xbox Gaming Lounge

More details will be coming out soon, and we'll update this story with more information as it becomes available.

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