Gamescom 2021, the world’s largest gaming expo, will be held online from August 25-29 due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The event will feature over 100 exhibitors showcasing their latest games, exclusive game demos and trailers, Q&A sessions with game developers and industry professionals, interactive gaming events and tournaments, virtual reality experiences, and cosplay competitions. Major game releases include Call of Duty: Vanguard, Elden Ring, and Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy. Attendance is free and open to everyone via the Gamescom website and social media channels.
Gamescom 2021: The Biggest Gaming Expo of the Year
August 25 – 29, 2021
Introduction
Gamescom is the world’s largest gaming expo and this year it returns with a bang! The expo is scheduled to take place from August 25 – 29, 2021, and it promises to be bigger and better than ever before. After a year of cancelled events and online shows, it’s time for gamers to come together once again for the ultimate gaming experience.
What to Expect
Gamescom 2021 will be held entirely online due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. However, that doesn’t mean there will be any shortage of content. The event will have everything from game announcements and trailers to live streams and interactive events. Some of the highlights of this year’s event include:
- Over 100 exhibitors showcasing their latest games
- Exclusive game demonstrations and trailers
- Talks and Q&A sessions with game developers and industry professionals
- Interactive gaming events and tournaments
- Virtual reality experiences
- Cosplay competitions and showcases
Major Game Releases
Gamescom is known for being the platform where developers and publishers showcase their upcoming games. This year is no different. Some of the major game releases to look forward to at Gamescom 2021 are:
- Call of Duty: Vanguard
- Elden Ring
- Halo Infinite
- Horizon Forbidden West
- Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy
- Death Stranding: Director’s Cut
- Forza Horizon 5
- Far Cry 6
- Lost Judgment
- Saints Row: The Third – Remastered
How to Attend
Attendance to Gamescom 2021 is completely free and open to everyone worldwide. As an online event, it will be accessible through the Gamescom website and its social media channels. You don’t need to register or purchase any tickets but it’s recommended to create an account on the Gamescom website to receive updates and notifications.