The end of the holidays (well… it depends on who you ask) once again coincides with the Gamescom... Publishers, studios, hardware manufacturers, content creators and players will gather in Cologne to preview titles in development, try out some games before their release, and follow the various announcements planned for the event. The show runs from August 26–30, 2026, while game developers’ professionals will already be on site a few days earlier for the gamescom dev.
Even before the doors swing open, all eyes will be on the Opening Night Live, scheduled for August 25 and once again hosted by Geoff Keighley. This live broadcast will mix trailers, fresh footage, and announcements about both well-known titles and projects kept under wraps. For those who can’t make the trip to Germany, it will be the easiest way to follow the edition’s launch from afar.
On site, the Gamescom isn’t just about the big reveals. Visitors will be able to try out games, browse the indie-focused spaces, attend esports competitions, check out the gear, meet developers, or enjoy zones dedicated to cosplay, creators, and board games. The 2026 edition is expected to be particularly packed: all available exhibition space has been booked, a first according to the organizers.
Regarding the games, among the titles already confirmed (with testing underway — some may already be out) are notably Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Ace Combat 8, Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, Marvel Rivals, Crimson Desert, Path of Exile 2, Alien: Isolation 2 or Splatoon Raiders. Further announcements are expected before the doors open at the show.
The week will also feature several industry events. The gamescom dev runs from 23 to 25 August, while the gamescom congress takes place on 27 August. The gamescom awards will also be a centerpiece of the fair, with the awards ceremony scheduled for 28 August.
The editorial team at Sortiraparis will track the main announcements from Gamescom 2026 throughout the week. New trailers, release dates, gameplay previews, and publisher surprises will gradually refine the video game lineup for the rest of the year and the months ahead.
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Dates and Opening Time
From August 26, 2026 to August 30, 2026
Official website
www.gamescom.global
