Wyrm Saga is developed by Borb Games gamescom Artex Brings Wyrm Saga and American Cooking Simulator to Gamescom Artex, a German indie publisher founded a year ago, is traveling to Cologne with two of its seven signed teams. There, Artex will present American Cooking Simulator, which is scheduled for release in October. Developer Borb Games will also showcase Wyrm Saga. By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read
Picture by Koelnmesse (archive image) gamescom Lineup and Side Program for Gamescom City Festival Announced For the 16th time, gamescom will be accompanied by the City Festival, featuring free concerts including Thees Uhlmann & Band, The Notwist, Elias, and Guildo Horn. In the city center there will be also numerous gaming-related attractions like the PUBG Hungerzone and an eFootball arena. By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read
(MFG) Funding Games & Gamification in Healthcare Funding Initiative Goes gamescom The seed funding initiative GiG by MFG and BIOPRO Baden-Württemberg is coming to the "The Länd" booth at gamescom. Applications for the games x healthcare initiative can be submitted until 31 January 2027. By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read
gamescom Spain Arrives With Record-Breaking Delegation to Gamescom 50 companies and institutions, more than 100 industry professionals, and a record 30 games showcased in the Indie Area – Spain will have its largest ever presence at gamescom this year located in the business area as well as in the entertainment area. By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read
gamescom Marqed Agency Organises The District for Esports and Brands at Gamescom Spanning around 3,000 square metres, gamescom will host the first edition of ‘The District by marqet agency’, an area dedicated to the competitive gaming ecosystem. The District is organised by the new Berlin-based agency marqet agency, run by Marija and Michael Haenisch. By Stephan Steininger • 2 min read
Nick Apostolides and Angela Sant’Albano (Picture by Future Game Show) gamescom Nick Apostolides and Angela Sant'Albano Are Co-Hosts of Future Games Show The gamescom edition of the Future Games Show, which will take place on the Wednesday of the fair, will feature over 40 games. The organisers have now announced the co-hosts: Nick Apostolides and Angela Sant'Albano, who worked on Resident Evil: Requiem as voice actors and motion capture performers. By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read
The Nintendo stand – pictured here in 2025 – is always one of the most popular stands at gamescom (Photo: Koelnmesse) gamescom Nintendo Unveils Its Gamescom Line-Up Nintendo was one of the first major publishers to confirm its participation at gamescom. Details have now been released regarding its presence at the event, featuring numerous released and upcoming first- and third-party games, alongside a varied supporting programme. By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read
A student making chocolate bunnies at the ZDS (ZDS) gamescom German Confectionery Industry School Exhibits at gamescom 2026 One of the sweeter booths at gamescom 2026 will be the one by the Central Vocational School of the German Confectionery Industry in cooperation with Indie Hub in Hall 10.1. The focus: sweets, of course, but also the study courses in the confectionery industry. By Pascal Wagner • 1 min read
From humble beginnings... the Level Infinite Booth at gamescom 2022 (Tencent) gamescom Level Infinite Showcases Unannounced Game at gamescom 2026 The full lineup of Tencent brand Level Infinite at gamescom 2026's entertainment area in Hall 6.1: Control Resonant, Dune: Awakening, Hunt: Showdown and a new, unannounced title. By Pascal Wagner •
Picture by: Koelnmesse Pte Ltd / gamescom asia gamescom Gamescom Asia Features Invest Circle and VIP Mixer Once Again Following last year’s success, gamescom asia is planning to host an Invest Circle and a VIP Mixer again in 2026. To register, you must hold a valid Delegate or VIP ticket. By Stephan Steininger • 1 min read
Felix Falk, Managing Director of game © Dirk Mathesius Business "Germany and Europe Should Aspire to a Leading Role as a Games Production Location," Demands Game Ahead of the 2026 gamescom, game - The German Games Industry Association has published a statement outlining political demands. These demands extend beyond merely strengthening Germany's and Europe's international competitiveness as a hub for game production. By Marcel Kleffmann • 1 min read
gamescom dev leadership summit 2026 © gamescom dev gamescom Gamescom Dev Leadership Summit Program With Amir Satvat and Luis Villegas As part of this year's conference, gamescom dev will once again host its leadership summit, creating an executive forum space for leadership conversations. Speakers at the event include Amir Satvat and Luis Villegas. By Marcel Kleffmann • 2 min read
