Gamescom 2026 sets new record as number of country pavilions increases by 25%
With Gamescom 2026 less than a week away, the event will host nearly 50 pavilions from 40 countries, up 25% and 14% over 2025, respectively. Read more
Gamescom 2026, set to commence from August 26 to 30, has broken records with 40 country pavilions, marking a 25% increase from 2025. Bulgaria, Cyprus, Hungary, Morocco, and Nigeria joined as new exhibitors in 2026, expanding the global representation. In contrast to 2025 when 35 countries participated with 40 stands, 67 countries are expected to attend this year, featuring 233,000 square meters of exhibition space, all of which sold out by July.
The largest indie area has expanded to over 420 companies, a 16% increase from 2025. Gamescom Dev, held before the main event, will host over 380 speakers across 230 sessions on 18 stages, a testament to the event's expanding influence. The lineup includes representatives from leading game developers such as Sony Interactive Entertainment, Ubisoft, Insomniac Games, CD Projekt Red, and Epic Games.
German Games Industry Association's managing director Felix Falk expressed optimism about the event, highlighting the presence of political figures like Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier. German gaming industry president Gerald Böse emphasized Gamescom's economic significance for Germany, Europe, and the global industry, underlining the strong demand and the event's unique role in fostering networking, business discussions, premieres, and community engagement.
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