✓ At a glance:
- Gamescom 2024 takes place between August 21-25, 2024.
- Tickets start at €29.50 or €9.50 after 4 PM for the public.
- Expect plenty of game reveals and announcements.
As a long-time gaming enthusiast with over two decades of experience under my belt, I can’t help but feel excited about the upcoming Gamescom 2024 event. With my first introduction to video games in the late ’90s, I’ve witnessed the industry evolve and grow into what it is today – a global phenomenon that brings people together through shared experiences and passion for gaming.
For European gaming enthusiasts, mark your calendars for 2024 as Gamescom makes its return! With E3 taking a backseat, this annual event becomes one of the most significant gaming happenings of the year. Let me give you a brief overview of when it takes place, what you can anticipate, and why it’s worth your time.
When is the Gamescom 2024 start date?
Gamescom 2024 kicks off on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, and concludes on Sunday, August 25, 2024. The initial day is dedicated to media and business professionals, whereas the general public can attend from August 22-25. The venue for this exciting event is the Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany.
The base price for tickets is €29.50, but after 4 PM it drops to €9.50 for the general public. Families traveling together will save with our discounted group rates, which are higher on Saturdays. For detailed information and to purchase tickets, please visit the Gamescom ticketing section.
Gamescom 2024 opening hours
Make sure to note down the schedule so you don’t miss any moment at the event. This is when you can check out each booth:
| Date | Business area (trade visitors) | Business area (exhibitors) | Entertainment area | Entertainment area (visitors) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, 21 August | 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. | 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. | 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. | 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
| Thursday, 22 August | 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. | 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
| Friday, 23 August | 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. | 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
| Saturday, 24 August | Closed | Closed | 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
| Sunday, 25 August | Closed | Closed | 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. | 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. |
What to expect from Gamescom 2024
At Gamescom’s Opening Night Live event on August 20, 2024, get ready for an exciting night filled with new game unveilings, trailers, and other intriguing announcements, all hosted by Geoff Keighley. The Future Games Show follows on August 21, 2024, bringing you exclusive looks at Once Human, The Casting of Frank Stone, and Eternal Strands, as well as nine brand-new game premieres.
At Gamescom this year, Nintendo and Sony won’t be making appearances, so there’s no need to anticipate the unveiling of a new Switch model or other major announcements from them. As for the event itself, here’s what you can look forward to:
- Publisher booths with recently released or upcoming titles
- Competitive gaming tournaments
- Cosplay village where cosplayers can compete
- Campus where you can learn about video game industry careers
- Indie section and merchandise hall
List of exhibitors at Gamescom 2024
The organizers have shared that there will be a greater number of exhibitors at this event than in previous years. Here’s a look at all the companies collaborating with them:
- 2K
- 9gag
- aerosoft
- Amazon Games
- AMD
- astragon
- Bandai Namco
- Bethesda
- Bilibili
- Blizzard
- Capcom
- Electronic Arts
- ESL FACEIT Group
- Focus Entertainment
- Giants Software
- Hoyoverse
- Konami
- Krafton
- Level Infinite
- Meta Quest
- NetEase Games
- Nexon
- Pearl Abyss
- Plaion
- Rocket Beans Entertainment
- SEGA
- SK Gaming
- Sony Deutschland
- Square Enix
- Team 17
- The Pokémon Company
- THQ Nordic
- TikTok
- Ubisoft
- Xbox
Confirmed games at Gamescom 2024
Some studios have confirmed they will be attending Gamescom this year, bringing with them numerous upcoming game revelations. Here’s a sneak peek into some of the games you can look forward to:
| Game | Developer/Publisher |
|---|---|
| 160 titles | Indie Arena Booth |
| Crimson Desert | Pearl Abyss |
| PUBG: Battlegrounds | Krafton |
| Empire of the Ants, Flint:Treasure of Oblivion, and The Smurfs: Dreams | Microids |
| Genshin Impact, Honkai Star Rail, and Zenless Zone Zero | HoYoverse |
| Arena Breakout: Infinite | MoreFun Studios |
| Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail | Square Enix |
| Monster Hunter Wilds | Capcom |
| Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred and World of Warcraft: The War Within | Blizzard Entertainment |
| Dune Awakening | Funcom |
| Farming Simulator 25 | Giants Software |
| Marvel Rivals, Fragpunk, Shadows of The Damned: Hella Remastered, and Once Human | NetEase |
| Phantom Blade Zero | S-Game |
| Titan Quest 2 and Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed | THQ Nordic |
| Age of Mythology Retold, Avowed, Ara: History Untold, The Elder Scrolls Online, Fallout 76, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and Towerborne | Microsoft |
Gamescom 2024 award categories
In a similar fashion as previous years, the organizers will distribute accolades across various categories. For a chance to win an award, publishers must remit €440 for one category, €800 for up to three, and an additional €200 per category thereafter. Indie game developers, however, only need to pay half of these fees. Here’s a recap of the awards bestowed last year:
- Best Visuals
- Best Audio
- Best Gameplay
- Most Entertaining
- Most Epic
- Most Wholesome
- Games for Impact
- Best Microsoft Xbox Game
- Best Nintendo Switch Game
- Best PC Game
- Best Sony PlayStation Game
- Best Mobile Game
- Best Announcement
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