Gamescom 2026 kicks off Monday, August 26. An web broadcast called Opening Night Live starts the event. It showcases fresh previews for The Witcher DLC, Silent Hill Townfall, and Metro 2039. Prominent studios plan to attend. Ubisoft is presenting Rayman, Rainbow Six Siege, and The Division. Brazil Games also runs its first Brazilian Indie presentation.
Event attendees face transport issues in Cologne during the event. Local officials tell commuters to take the KVB transit system as an alternative. Some visitors fly in. Düsseldorf airport provides a convenient rail connection for incoming flights.