gamescom awesome indies show: How to Watch

As the month of August dawns, the anticipation for gamescom grows. This annual event, the largest and most illustrious in the world, once again promises exhilarating showcases, hands-on demonstrations, a cosplay contest, and more. Among the many highlights is the return of the gamescom awesome indies show, a 60-75 minute event brimming with exclusive trailers, gameplay reveals, and developer interviews.

Co-produced with IGN, gamescom's official production ally, this year's iteration of the show will spotlight in-depth previews of select indie titles, offering a deeper connection to the most enthralling games set to feature in the main event.

To catch the gamescom awesome indies show, mark your calendars for Thursday, August 27th, at 7PM BST, 8PM CEST, 2PM EST, or 11AM PST. Tune in through gamescom global, gamescom Twitch, gamescom YouTube, or gamescom TikTok. For those inclined to co-stream the show, an application can be submitted via a provided link to become an official co-streamer, granting access to unique OBS assets.

Hosted by Jane Douglas and Daemon Hatfield, the gamescom awesome indies show aims to introduce viewers to a selection of the most innovative, inspiring, and visually captivating games from independent developers and publishers. Last year's event featured a range of titles, including the fast-paced train car platformer Denshattack!, the sprawling, disco-infused RPG Esoteric Ebb, and the precision platformer Rebounder, set in a world reminiscent of pulp prints.

Whether you find yourself in Cologne or enjoying the show from your own home, make sure not to miss the latest indie game reveals and announcements from the gamescom awesome indies show on Thursday, August 27th.