Doritos and Comic Con Cape Town Partnership

The Bold Realities Doritos is Creating at Comic Con Cape Town

Doritos and Comic Con Cape Town are thrilled to announce the continuation of their groundbreaking partnership into 2024. This month, they are pushing boundaries yet again by offering fans the chance to dive into the immersive world of virtual reality (VR) gaming with the Doritos VR League – a complimentary gaming area on the Comic Con Cape Town floor where enthusiasts can enjoy the rhythm game Beat Saber like never before.

Imagine putting on VR goggles and being transported into a digital universe where you become the controller. While this experience is exhilarating for the individual player, it also leaves spectators curious about what exactly is happening inside the game.

This is where the Doritos VR League distinguishes itself. Located on Level 2 of the Comic Con Cape Town show floor, colossal screens display the player’s perspective from a third-person angle, effectively placing them in the game for all fans to witness their prowess as potential bold Beat Saber champions.

With Beat Saber being a very welcoming game to beginners, but also allowing pros to wow the audience with their skills – the Doritos VR League promises to be accessible experience to all calibres of gamers.

Carla Massmann, Show Director for Comic Con Cape Town, remarked:

“We’re incredibly excited to introduce this innovative feature to the Comic Con Cape Town floor. Experiences like the Doritos VR League, in collaboration with Comic Con Cape Town, underscore the festival’s status as a world-class event.”

“Don’t miss out on this spectacular, attention-grabbing activation space – we encourage all show attendees to embrace this next-level experience.”

Doritos and Comic Con Cape Town are delighted to offer such an accessible gaming experience, inviting individuals of all ages to participate and stand a chance to win prizes for their involvement.

Ntumi Kondile Brand Manager: Doritos & Fritos, commented:

“Doritos is thrilled to once again be part of Comic Con Cape Town, bringing the immersive world of gaming to life. As passionate supporters of gaming culture, we invite gamers and enthusiasts alike to unlock the bold with our exciting activations at this year’s event. Join us for an unforgettable experience where everyone can dive into VR gaming and augmented reality adventures. Let’s embrace the excitement together!”

In addition to the Doritos VR League, Doritos is also providing fans with the opportunity to engage in augmented reality experiences.

Learn more about this exciting activation here.

The 2024 Comic Con Cape Town, organisers express excitement at the prospect of welcoming families, friends, and enthusiasts. Collaborations with partners – such as the City of Cape Town, Telkom, and Toyota – aim to enhance the event experience and exceed the expectations of a committed fan base.

Comic Con Cape Town will also feature the Cape Town International Animation Festival, providing a platform for animation and gaming industry professionals and newcomers alike.

Comic Con Cape Town is happening at the CTICC 2, from 27 April to 1 May 2024.

Comic Con Cape Town will run from 9:00 to 18:00 on the Saturday, Sunday, and Wednesday (public holiday) of the event, while running from 11:00 to 18:00 on the Monday and Tuesday of the event.

General Access Tickets are now available from R190 on Howler. Kids 5 and under enter for free. No additional ticket purchase required but proof of age may be requested at door.

About Comic Con Cape Town
The five-day festival focuses on all elements of pop culture and brings international and local comic artists, film and TV celebrities, and Cosplayers to South African shores where they meet fans, sign autographs, and have photo ops. Packed with championships, competitions, super show specials, product launches, workshops, panels, Q&A sessions, screenings, activations, and interactive experiences, there is something for everyone to enjoy whether you are a casual fan or a bona fide geek.