Cologne, Germany, prepares to host Gamescom 2025, the premier global gaming event, from August 20 to 24, with Opening Night Live on August 19, promising new game reveals, esports, and industry insights.
Event Overview
Gamescom 2025 will take place at Koelnmesse, Cologne, a venue known for its expansive exhibition halls.
Running from August 20 to 24, with a pre-show on August 19, the event expects a record-breaking turnout, building on 2018's 370,000 visitors and 1,037 exhibitors from 56 countries.
Ticket Information
(Source: Gamescom Official Site)
Tickets are available at its official site, with prices starting €10.5.
You can see some tickets (such as Opening Night Live on August 19) have been already sold out, so early booking is advised due to high demand.
Opening hours vary: August 20 (1:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., trade and media focus), August 21–22 (10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.), and August 23–24 (9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.).
Age restrictions apply: children under 4 are not admitted, those 4–6 enter free with ID, 4–12 need adult supervision, and 12+ can attend alone. No pets are allowed.
Accommodation options include hotels near Koelnmesse and a gamescom camp at Jugendpark for budget travelers.
Major Exhibitors and Game Reveals
Gamescom 2025 will feature industry giants like Microsoft (Xbox), Nintendo, Google, Netflix, Disney+, Konami, KRAFTON, Warner Bros., Capcom, Bandai Namco, and THQ Nordic, alongside indie studios.
* Sony (PlayStation) won't attend Gamescom 2025 since its last attendance in 2019 pre-pandemic.
Confirmed titles include Pokémon-Legends: Z-A, Resident Evil Requiem, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Little Nightmares III and Hollow Knight: Silksong, with many unannounced projects expected.
Microsoft (Xbox)
(Source: Xbox)
Xbox announces to attend Gamescom 2025 with 20+ games, including:
- Grounded 2
- Ninja Gaiden 4
- Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
- Age of Empires
- Age of Mythology: Retold
- Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024
- The Outer Worlds 2
- Hollow Knight: Silksong
- Borderlands 4
- Onimusha: Way of The Sword
- Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
- EA Sports FC 26
- Aniimo
- There Are No Ghosts at the Grand
- PowerWash Simulator 2
- Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade
- Final Fantasy XVI
- Invincible VS
- Super Meat Boy 3D
- Cronos: The New Dawn
- Mistfall Hunter
- World of Warcraft Expansion: Midnight
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 7
Also, two new handhelds collaborating with ASUS – ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X – will be revealed during this event.
Indie and Hardware Presence
Indie developers like Soft Source and Headup will showcase new titles in Hall 10.2, while hardware manufacturers and VR/AR exhibitors add diversity.
The event's scale ensures a broad range of gaming experiences, from AAA blockbusters to innovative indie projects.
Event Highlights and Activities
(Source: Gamescom Official Site)
Gamescom 2025 offers a packed program.
Opening Night Live, hosted by Geoff Keighley on August 19, will feature world premieres and trailers, following last year's 40 million online views.
Attendees can expect game demos, esports tournaments, cosplay contests, and industry panels.
Business and Developer Focus
The Business Area, open August 20–22, caters to B2B networking, while Devcom, a parallel developer conference, provides insights into game development.
The gamescom congress will explore gaming's cultural and economic impact, appealing to professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Editor's Comments
Gamescom 2025 reinforces Cologne's status as a global gaming hub, blending fan engagement with industry innovation.
The event's hybrid model, combining physical attendance with online streams, ensures accessibility, potentially surpassing last year's 310 million digital interactions.
The strong presence of both AAA and indie developers signals a vibrant future for gaming, with expected reveals likely to shape 2026's gaming landscape.
However, managing crowd sizes and ensuring affordable accommodation remain challenges, as community discussions on platforms like Reddit highlight concerns about ticket availability and rising costs.
FAQs
1. When and where is Gamescom 2025 held?
It runs from August 20–24, 2025, at Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany, with Opening Night Live on August 19.
2. How can tickets be purchased?
Tickets are available at gamescom.global. Early purchase is recommended due to high demand.
3. Who are the major exhibitors?
Microsoft, Nintendo, Capcom, Bandai Namco, Konami, and indie studios like Headup and Soft Source will attend.
4. Will Sony attend Gamescom 2025?
No, Sony will not exhibit at Gamescom 2025, continuing their absence for the sixth consecutive year.
5. What games will be showcased?
Confirmed titles include Pokémon-Legends: Z-A, Resident Evil Requiem, Little Nightmares III and Hollow Knight: Silksong, with more expected.
6. What activities are available?
Game demos, esports tournaments, cosplay contests, industry panels, and a B2B Business Area.
7. Are there age restrictions?
Under 4 not admitted; 4–6 free with ID; 4–12 need adult supervision; 12+ can attend alone.
8. What is Opening Night Live?
A pre-show on August 19 hosted by Geoff Keighley, featuring game reveals and trailers.
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