Gamescom 2026 begins Monday, August 26. An web broadcast called Opening Night Live starts the event. It features fresh previews for The Witcher DLC, Silent Hill Townfall, and Metro 2039. Big publishers are coming. Ubisoft plans to display Rayman, Rainbow Six Siege, and The Division. Brazil Games also runs its first Brazilian Indie Showcase.
Event attendees expect transport disruptions in Cologne during the event. Local representatives advise commuters to take the KVB transit system instead. Some attendees fly in. Düsseldorf airport offers a direct train link for arriving passengers.