gamescom 2026 is the world's biggest gaming event, taking place in Cologne from August 26 to 30, 2026, with gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25. The event brings together the variety, creativity, and passion of the gaming world, featuring releases, classics, tournaments, live presentations, hardware, cosplay, streams, shows, festivals, and more. The event is open to the public, with tickets available for purchase.
The event will be attended by over 3,000 gamers for an immersive 3-day experience at gamescom lan, a LAN party of superlatives with e-sports, TCG, fighting games, community, and creators. Additionally, the gamescom camp is a Europe's largest gaming camp, offering accommodations and a ticket code for gamescom 2026. The gamescom cosplay ambassador program supports cosplayers from around the world, giving them the opportunity to showcase their cosplay at gamescom.
The event features a variety of speakers and presentations, including the latest releases, such as Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Legacy of the Forge, World of Warcraft Midnight, Ninja Gaiden 4, Cult of the Lamb, Sekiro Anime, and more. The event also includes a VIBES26 collection, offering stylish T-shirts and cozy hoodies in the new VIBES26 design. The event is open to private visitors, trade visitors, exhibitors, and press & creators.
