gamescom Gamescom Dev Talk Review: Publish Your Own Game! In this week's gamescom dev talk review, we look back at a presentation that breaks down the publishing process. Alexandra Grindean focuses in particular on life simulation games, where the publisher’s work is far from over even on Day One of the release. By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read
gamescom Czech Incubator Gamebaze Brings Studios and Solo Developers to Cologne Gamebaze, which claims to be the first games incubator in the Czech Republic, will bring some of its affiliated studios to Cologne as part of the Czech joint booth. The goal is also to promote the Brno region as a business location. By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read
Guns of Eschaton © Eschatology Entertainment, 4Divinity gamescom 4Divinity Is Set to Push Into the Western Markets at Gamescom 2026 4Divinity, the publishing arm of GCL Global Holdings, is making a major move into the Western gaming market by bringing a six-title portfolio to gamescom 2026, including Showa American Story, The Defiant and Guns of Eschaton. By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
Creative Europe Media funded games at the Indie Arena Booth 2025 (Creative Europe Desk) gamescom Creative Europe Media Consults for Funding at gamescom Consultations for getting European funding, an exclusive game dev network event, presentations of funded games tools & programs: Creative Europe Media is bringing a trove of knowledge to gamescom this year. By Pascal Wagner • 2 min read
gamescom Indie Castle by Indies United Debuts With 52 Games The new Indie collab booth Indie Castle will bring 52 games to gamescom Hall 10.2 in an actual castle structure. It is the first community booth by new brand Indies United, organised by Insomnia Development. By Pascal Wagner • 2 min read
(gamescom congress) gamescom gamescom congress 2026 Reveals Full Program With the entire schedule of gamescom congress out now, 85 speakers will provide 165 talks and panels. Highlights include several politics panels, including German Federal President Steinmeier, and industry experts discussing “Playing Field Democracy” and “The Games Effect”. By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read
gamescom Webedia Unveils Mercedes-Benz at gamescom 2026 Booth Partner The car maker Mercedes-Benz will be main partner of Webedia's GameStar FYNG City booth at gamescom's entertainment area. It will also be featured prominently in the live stream. By Pascal Wagner • 2 min read
(Background: KoelnMesse) gamescom Arriving at gamescom: Your Guide for Train, Plane and Car Your gamescom experience starts long before the fair begins, and arriving at the event can be an adventure in and of itself. To make your arrival smoother, we collected the best and easiest way to arrive, whether you come by train, by airplane or by car. By Pascal Wagner • 5 min read
gamescom gamescom dev Speaker Survey 2026: Economic Challenges Dominate Opinions The results of the gamescom dev 2026 speaker survey, held with 100 speakers, shows that economic uncertainty, a destroyed junior-to-senior pipeline due to AI and bad discoverability are on the industry's mind. By Pascal Wagner • 4 min read
(Background: Kampus Production) gamescom gamescom Tips: Surviving Cologne's Summer Heat August is hot in Cologne. The gamescom week can be quite a strain if you are not used to the climate here. To make your stay a bit cooler and a lot safer, we have collected tips against the heat that will help you keep hydrated and functional during your time at gamescom. By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read
Full house is expected on all gamescom days - not just Wednesday (gamescom) gamescom Update: Wildcard Tickets and Saturday for gamescom 2026 all Sold Out Wildcard tickets for gamescom's Wednesday have been sold out, says the fair. The Saturday is also at capacity now, but more tickets for Opening Night Live have been made available. By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read
Beyerdynamic X Indie Arena Booth © Beyerdynamic & IAB gamescom Beyerdynamic Is Teaming up With Indie Arena Booth at Gamescom 2026 The German audio specialist beyerdynamic, based in Heilbronn, teamed up with the Indie Arena Booth at gamescom 2026. The long-standing company, which has recently expanded its gaming initiatives, is equipping indie developers with headsets. By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
