gamescom 2024

business area

Europe's most important industry meeting place for insiders, retailers, publishers and developers.

The entertainment area

The newest games live and for the first time at gamescom!

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gamescome cosplay village

With the cosplay village we offer you a varied program with international cosplayers, artists, music acts, show acts, live casts and much more!

gamescom: Opening Night Live

The mega-event of the gaming industry, hosted by Geoff Keighley, will once again present numerous world premieres and exciting announcements.

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indie area

Never before have indie games been more presented at gamescom: At the heart of gamescom, passionate developers from all over the world presented their new, innovative and creative game title.

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retro gaming

Pixel games from the past and a lot of new stuff around retro gaming.

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gamescom studio

In the gamescom studio top developers are interviewed about their games and provide background information on the latest announcements.

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gamescom campus

Expect countless career and educational opportunities in and around the games sector at the gamescom campus.

family & friends

The passion for gaming is something all age groups share – The family & friends area is a popular meeting place for all ages and a forum where they can discover and learn about new technologies through play.

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event arena

It couldn't be more spectacular: The largest and most elaborate stage at gamescom. Whether it's an exciting eSports tournament or a spectacular live concert with music from your game, the event arena can do it all!

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merchandise area

The merchandise area offers everything a gamer's heart desires. Find everything you ever wanted in fan articles, accessories and goodies for the latest game innovations and classics.

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