Gamescom 2026 industry showcase

In early August 2026, the German Games Industry Association used the lead‑up to Gamescom to press policymakers for stronger regulatory frameworks, simplified rules and greater support for game production, education and skilled immigration. The event’s exhibitor list also highlighted a surge of non‑gaming brands—such as Ferrero, LEGO, the Bundeswehr and Müller‑Milch—seeking to tap the massive visitor audience.

The following day, attention turned to the participating developers. Polish studios were promoted under the Creative Poland initiative, with CD Projekt confirming a major announcement: details of the Witcher 3 expansion “Songs of the Past,” slated for a 2027 release on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. At the same time, a brief, then‑removed Facebook post naming the Warsaw studio Mighty Koi sparked criticism and accusations of a scandal over the studio’s financial disputes and low valuation, raising questions about its inclusion alongside established Polish developers.