< Back to situations

[ORGANIZATION]

Gamescom

Featured in 105 tracked stories · first seen

Situations

[ACTIVE] [TECHNOLOGY] [PL] [DE] [US]

CD Projekt Red: Witcher 4, Witcher 3 Remaster & DLC updates

44 clusters · 412 sources · last updated

Latest: CD Projekt RED announces free The Witcher 3 Remastered update

Since May 2026, CD Projekt Red has focused on a long-term roadmap to rebuild player trust, centered on the development of Witcher 4 (codenamed Polaris) using Unreal Engine 5. Co-CEO Michał Nowakowski has stated the studi

[ACTIVE] [CULTURE] [JP] [US] [DE]

Final Fantasy VII Revelation: Release, gameplay, and storage

66 clusters · 264 sources · last updated

Latest: Final Fantasy VII Revelation details revealed by Square Enix

Square Enix’s Final Fantasy VII remake trilogy is approaching its conclusion with Final Fantasy VII Revelation, scheduled for release on April 8, 2027, across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. Di

[ACTIVE] [TECHNOLOGY] [CN] [JP] [US]

Roco Kingdom global release announcement

3 clusters · 19 sources · last updated

Latest: Morefun Studios announces global launch of Roco Kingdom RPG

Morefun Studios and Tencent Games have announced the global expansion of Roco Kingdom, an open-world creature-collecting RPG. The title, which features over 400 unique creatures known as Jinies, was originally a successf

[ACTIVE] [TECHNOLOGY] [DE] [US] [CN]

2026 consumer display rollout – September update

118 clusters · 320 sources · last updated

Latest: MSI showcases high-performance QD-OLED gaming monitors

The trend toward specialized, high-performance displays intensified through August 2026, marked by breakthroughs in panel manufacturing and ultra-high refresh rates. A significant development occurred with TCL CSOT and M

[ACTIVE] [TECHNOLOGY] [JP]

HoYoverse Petit Planet release announcement

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: HoYoverse begins final beta test for ‘Petit Planet’

HoYoverse has announced a winter 2026 release window for its upcoming free-to-play life simulator, ‘Petit Planet’. Revealed during the Gamescom Opening Night Live event, the game allows players to act as a ‘Planet Tender

[ACTIVE] [TECHNOLOGY] [KR] [US] [DE]

Crimson Desert DLC announcement and regional restrictions

45 clusters · 187 sources · last updated

Latest: Pearl Abyss releases Crimson Desert update 2.03.00

Pearl Abyss continues to expand Crimson Desert’s post‑launch service model. Following the release of ‘Crimson Desert Enhanced’ (version 2.0), the studio has announced the first major paid DLC expansion, titled ‘Charting

[ACTIVE] [TECHNOLOGY] [GB] [US]

Fable video game development and gameplay updates

11 clusters · 115 sources · last updated

Latest: Playground Games to release Fable reboot in February 2027

Playground Games is developing a reboot of the Fable franchise, currently scheduled for release on February 23, 2027, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Director Ralph Fulton has noted that the project has survi

[ACTIVE] [TECHNOLOGY] [DE] [JP]

SEGA Crazy Taxi: World Tour development

8 clusters · 39 sources · last updated

Latest: SEGA reveals Japan map for Crazy Taxi: World Tour

SEGA has launched a closed network test for ‘Crazy Taxi: World Tour’, a new installment in the classic driving series helmed by original creator Kenji Kanno. While the game is not scheduled for release until 2027, the te

[ACTIVE] [TECHNOLOGY] [JP] [US]

Square Enix Final Fantasy Resonance announcement

6 clusters · 95 sources · last updated

Latest: Square Enix reveals Final Fantasy Resonance trailer

Square Enix has confirmed that Final Fantasy Resonance is scheduled for release on October 22, 2026, with the Steam version following on October 23, 2026. Developed in collaboration with Lancarse and FuRyu, the title mar

[ACTIVE] [TECHNOLOGY] [DE] [JP]

MOZA Racing hardware announcements and collaborations

4 clusters · 22 sources · last updated

Latest: Moza Racing to debut licensed PlayStation 5 hardware at Tokyo Game Show 2026

MOZA Racing has announced new hardware developments and upcoming showcases at Gamescom 2026. The company initially introduced the R5 Pro Bundle, a direct-drive sim racing set featuring the R5 Pro Wheelbase, a MOZA-ES-Lit

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [JP] [US] [DE]

Sony PlayStation disc phase-out, Plus pricing & legal push

69 clusters · 454 sources · last updated

Latest: Video game industry faces mass layoffs and shifts in physical media

Sony’s plan to cease new PlayStation disc production by 31 January 2028 continues to face scrutiny as the company navigates a global memory crisis. CEO Hiroki Totoki suggested the crisis is “fortunate” timing, as the Pla

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [DE] [SA] [US]

MBC Game Studio debut at Gamescom 2026

4 clusters · 45 sources · last updated

Latest: MBC Game Studio unveils Middle Eastern folklore game at Gamescom

During Gamescom 2026, MBC Group announced the formation of MBC Game Studio (MGS). The studio’s debut title, ‘1001 Threads of Mizan’, was unveiled as an action-adventure game inspired by ‘One Thousand and One Nights’ and

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [DE]

Owlcat Games development of The Expanse: Osiris Reborn

5 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: Owlcat Games reveals new gameplay for The Expanse: Osiris Reborn

Developer Owlcat Games has shared details regarding its upcoming sci-fi action RPG, ‘The Expanse: Osiris Reborn’. Initial information focused on the game’s choice-and-consequence mechanics, noting that player decisions c

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [BR] [IT] [JP]

Sony PlayStation promotional updates and discounts

6 clusters · 21 sources · last updated

Latest: PlayStation Store and Nintendo eShop host major video game sales

Sony’s promotional activity has transitioned from the Gamescom sale into new seasonal events. The Gamescom promotion, which previously featured titles like God of War Ragnarök and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, was extended t

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [JP] [US]

Mewgenics console release rollout

3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Mewgenics announces console release and multi-language support

The tactical strategy RPG Mewgenics, developed by Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel, is expanding from PC to home consoles. Following its initial appearance on the Xbox digital store, the game’s console launch was officia

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [JP] [US]

Terranigma modern re-release announcement

3 clusters · 49 sources · last updated

Latest: Clear River Games develops Terranigma reimagining

Clear River Games and Square Enix have confirmed that the classic SNES action RPG Terranigma will receive a modern remaster on January 14, 2027. This release marks the first official availability of the title in North Am

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [DE] [KR] [JP]

Gamescom 2026: Record attendance and security concerns

17 clusters · 433 sources · last updated

Latest: Gamescom 2026 showcases indie game innovation and global expansion

Gamescom 2026 in Cologne, Germany, concluded with record-breaking figures, attracting 368,000 visitors from 131 countries and 1,743 exhibiting companies. This represented an 11% increase in exhibitors compared to 2025. I

[QUIET] [BUSINESS] [FR]

Video game industry release strategy shifts

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated

Latest: Video game release schedules shift ahead of Grand Theft Auto 6

The video game industry is experiencing a significant shift in release strategies driven by the upcoming launch of Grand Theft Auto VI. Initially, publishers attempted to capture market attention through a surge of over

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [US] [DE]

Path of Exile 2 version 1.0 launch

4 clusters · 38 sources · last updated

Latest: Path of Exile 2 launches Forbidden Rites event

Grinding Gear Games has announced that Path of Exile 2 will officially launch its version 1.0 on December 11, 2026, following a nearly two-year Early Access period. Upon full release, the action RPG will transition to a

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY]

Wolf Haus Games development of ‘Join Us’

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Wolf Haus Games CEO discusses community-driven development for ‘Join Us’

Wolf Haus Games has begun revealing details for its upcoming open-world co-op cult simulator, ‘Join Us’. During gamescom, the developer released 11 minutes of gameplay showcasing the darkly satirical survival/action titl

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [DE]

Gamescom equipment thefts and organizer response

2 clusters · 14 sources · last updated

Latest: Gamescom apologizes for response to indie developer hardware thefts

During Gamescom 2026 in Cologne, several exhibitors, including indie developer Ryan Laley, reported that thieves stole multiple laptops and essential equipment from booths overnight. Laley, who was showcasing the game ‘M

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [CN] [CZ] [FR]

Ubisoft Heroes of Might and Magic III remake announcement

3 clusters · 35 sources · last updated

Latest: All Animal Studio develops cinematics for Heroes of Might and Magic III Remake

Ubisoft has announced a full remake of the 1999 strategy classic, ‘Heroes of Might and Magic III’, scheduled for a 2027 release. Developed by Ubisoft studios in Chengdu, Shanghai, Paris, and Montpellier using the Snowdro

[QUIET] [BUSINESS] [MA] [DE]

Moroccan video game industry development

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated

Latest: Morocco expands gaming industry support and international presence

Morocco is actively working to structure and expand its national video game ecosystem through international visibility and institutional financial support. The country made its first official appearance at Gamescom in C

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [DE] [UA]

METRO 2039 release date and technical details confirmed

4 clusters · 70 sources · last updated

Latest: Metro 2039 release date set for February 4, 2027

Following its prominence at Gamescom 2026, 4A Games and Deep Silver have confirmed a specific release date for ‘METRO 2039’ of February 4, 2027. During a PlayStation State of Play broadcast, developers provided technical

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [BG] [DE] [FR]

Amplitude Studios HUMANKIND 2 announcement

2 clusters · 20 sources · last updated

Latest: Amplitude Studios releases making-of video for Humankind 2 trailer

Amplitude Studios announced HUMANKIND 2, a historical 4X strategy sequel scheduled for a 2027 PC release. The game intends to expand on its predecessor with deeper cultural progression, enhanced graphics, and a dynamic c

[QUIET] [BUSINESS] [DE] [IN] [KR]

Nongshim global brand expansion efforts

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated

Latest: Nongshim to promote Shin Ramyun at K-culture festivals in India

Nongshim is executing global marketing strategies to transition its Shin Ramyun brand into a “global lifestyle brand,” specifically targeting millennial and Gen Z demographics. In late August 2026, the company utilized

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [DE] [US]

Frictional Games ONTOS gameplay reveal

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated

Latest: Frictional Games reveals gameplay for upcoming sci-fi horror Ontos

Frictional Games and Kepler Interactive have revealed gameplay footage for ONTOS, a sci-fi psychological thriller described as a spiritual successor to SOMA. The game is set in Samsara, a repurposed lunar hotel, and foll

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY]

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated

Latest: Stream Train announced for PC release on October 15, 2026

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [CN]

Diamond Cat Studio Ylem’s Cat development

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated

Latest: Ylem’s Cat indie game goes viral after gamescom reveal

Diamond Cat Studio, an independent development team based in Guangzhou, is developing ‘Ylem’s Cat’, an action-adventure game for PC via Steam. The game follows a girl named Molly and her companion cat, Mio, as they navig

[QUIET] [TECHNOLOGY] [DE] [JP] [US]

Elementa Silver Palace game announcement

2 clusters · 2 sources · last updated

Latest: Silver Palace action-RPG announced for free on PC and PlayStation 5

Elementa has announced its upcoming open-world action RPG, ‘Silver Palace’, which will debut at gamescom 2026 and Anime NYC 2026. Developed using Unreal Engine 5, the game has already exceeded 10 million global pre-regis

Also covered in