The Procedure of Host City
Selection
The Procedure leading to the selection of the Host City for the
World Cyber Games each year is determined after a careful
evaluation process. Proposals are submitted by potential host
cities, and visits are made to each location to inspect the
proposed venues.
The evaluation criteria for potential host cities is divided into
four main categories : location/financing, availability/suitability
of facilities, event infrastructure, and promotion. The following
are the weightings given to each category.
Each category is judged upon a number of sub-criteria that are all
related to the information that is outlined in the following guide
to manual preparation. The sub-criteria are judged on a 1-5 scoring
system, with 1 being the lowest favorable grade and 5 being the
highest favorable grade.
These sub-criteria scores are combined and multiplied by their
corresponding weightings to produce a final overall score. To
qualify for the final phase of host city consideration, a minimum
score of 75% must be achieved.
The visitations to these final qualifying cities shall serve to
eliminate any widely varying consideration factors, and streamline
the final evaluation scoring process.
This evaluation process is done internally by the WCGC, and results
are strictly protected from public view to protect the privacy of
the candidate host cities.
Thus, the host city for the World Cyber Games is selected each year
after consideration of a comprehensive range of factors to maximize
the experience, impact, and enjoyment of all participants
involved.
World Cyber Games Host City Venue
2001 - Seoul (Capital City Of Korea)
As the capital city of Korea for over 600 years, Seoul is a
fascinating city blending the modern story as can be seen in the
historic relics of gung Heunginjimun (Dongdaemun).
The changes in the seasons can also be experienced in the capital
city thanks to the breathtaking landscape provided by the mountains
which surrounded it, most notably Nam Mt.(Namsan), and the Han
river(Hangang) which can be seen from almost any point in the city.
Recently, Korea has hosted numerous international scanty including
the Seoul Olympic Games in 1988, and successfully hosted the 2002
FIFA World Cup last year.
Today, Seoul has grown into a true cosmopolitan city replete with a
variety of modern facilities and world renowned tourist
attractions.
2002 - DaeJeon (5th Largest City Among South Korea, Center Of
Knowledge And Information)
Daejeon Metropolitan City is the fifth largest city among South
Korea and a center of knowledge and information in Korea. Daejeon
is easily accessible from any place in Korea as it is the hub of
national transportation, linking the whole country from east to
west, and from north to south.
And Daejeon is the most pleasant city, creating an advanced culture
for the 21st century where human-oriented science and technology, a
nature-friendly environment and a long-established tradition are
blended in harmony.
2003 - Seoul (Capital City Of Korea) Refer To 2001
Description
2004 - San Francisco (one of the world's great cities is the 2nd
most densely populated city in U.S)
San Francisco, one of the world's great cities is the 2nd most
densely populated city in U.S although only 750,000 people live
here. San Francisco is in the heart of the Bay Area within a
seven-by-seven-mile tip of land between San Francisco Bay and the
Pacific Ocean.
San Francisco was incorporated as a City on April 15th, 1850 by act
of the Legislature. Although City Government has played a key role
in San Francisco's development, the true wealth of this City
resides with the creative and entrepreneurial spirit of its
pioneering Citizens. The City today is governed by the Mayor and
the Board of Supervisors.
2005 - Our Home Nation Singapore (do i
need to say more ?)
Unique is the word that best captures Singapore, a dynamic city
rich in contrast and color where you'll find a harmonious blend of
culture, cuisine, arts and architecture.
A bridge between the East and the West for centuries, Singapore,
located in the heart of fascinating Southeast Asia, continues to
embrace tradition and modernity today. Brimming with unbridled
energy and bursting with exciting events, the city offers countless
unique, memorable experiences waiting to be
discovered.
2006 - Italy, Monza (Forza
Azzurri)
Located in northeast Milan, Monza is a city on the River Lambro, in
the Lombardy region of Italy.
Since June 11, 2004 Monza has been officially the capital of the
new province of Monza and Brianza. Monza is the third-largest city
of Lombardy and the most important economic, industrial and
administrative centre of the Brianza area, supporting a textile
industry and a publishing trade.
Internationally it is best known for the Autodromo Nazionale Monza
motor racing circuit, home to the Italian Grand Prix, the Scuderia
Ferrari, and previously to the Alfa Romeo team.
Monza offered its famous Autodromo Nazionale Monza as the venue for
the 2006 Grand Final.
WCG 2006 will be the first Grand Final to be held in European
continent and in a racing circuit, promising a more thrilling
atmosphere for gamers and spectators.
It is expected that up to 700 of the world best gamers will descend
on Monza in 2006 to participate in the world's most prestigious
e-Sports competition and enjoy a well-rounded cultural festival
designed to advance cultural and social harmony
2007 - Seattle, USA (Renowned for its youth oriented culture,
technology leadership)
Renowned for its youth oriented culture, technology leadership, and
for being a window onto the Pacific Rim, Seattle will be only the
second US city to host the WCG Grand Final. San Francisco hosted
the event in 2004, the first time the final was held outside of
Korea.
Hosting the World Cyber Games in Seattle is a perfect fit to the
Seattle's thriving video game industry, which has over fifty game
development companies in the Puget Sound area. The Seattle area is
also home to major IT companies such as Microsoft and
RealNetworks.
The Qwest Field, home of the Seattle Seahawks, was chosen as the
venue for the 2007 Grand Final.
It is expected that up to 700 of the worlds best gamers will fly to
Seattle in October, 2007 to participate in the world s most
prestigious e-Sports competition.
Interlacing circles in four colors (Red, Green, Yellow, and Blue)
illustrate the WCG Global World, where people around the world can
enjoy interacting with one another in peace and harmony.
The black background symbolizes the infinite possibility of the
cyber world.
"GamOn', The Mascot of the World Cyber Games, which incorporates
the colors of the symbol that stand for Virtuality, Reality, and
Community, represents the young game players and the youth of
world.
The three faces express various emotions, such as temperance,
delight, curiosity, and the extended left foot signifies confidence
and readiness for challenge as a world-class gamer.
In particular, it captures the image and the spirit of the World
Cyber Games, a joyful challenge at harmonious festival.
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