Gamescom 2026 kicks off Monday, August 26. An web broadcast called Opening Night Live launches the schedule. It includes new trailers for The Witcher DLC, Silent Hill Townfall, and Metro 2039. Prominent studios will participate. Ubisoft plans to display Rayman, Rainbow Six Siege, and The Division. Brazil Games also organises its first Brazilian Indie presentation.
Event attendees expect transport issues in Cologne during the event. Local representatives advise commuters to take the KVB transit system as an alternative. Some visitors arrive by plane. Düsseldorf airport offers a convenient rail connection for travellers.