Gamescom has officially become the world's largest gaming event following E3's closure, and its 2026 edition adds Games Done Quick's first-ever non-North American showcase. Major titles including Fable, Alien: Isolation 2, and The Blood of Dawnwalker are confirmed for the Cologne show.
Gamescom in Cologne has surpassed both the defunct E3 and Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest to become the video game industry's premier gathering. The German convention's public access, focus on playable near-release code, and consistent attendance from every major publisher have made it the primary venue for business meetings and industry connection. As Summer Game Fest remains largely virtual and transactional, Gamescom delivers the in-person substance the industry actually needs.
The Elder Scrolls 6 was announced eight years ago, yet it remains one of the most anticipated yet invisible games in development. Despite the gaming community's eager anticipation, it was notably absent from the recent Xbox Showcase. This prolonged development period has sparked both curiosity and concern among fans.
Rumors swirl around a potential June Nintendo Direct, coinciding with the Switch 2's first anniversary. Fans anticipate announcements on highly rumored titles like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and a second Star Fox game. The event's timing near Summer Game Fest revives the spirit of E3.
Nintendo announces Star Fox for Nintendo Switch 2, a revival based on the beloved Star Fox 64, set to launch on June 25. This new installment promises a graphical overhaul while retaining core elements from the N64 original, alongside new features like online multiplayer and cooperative play. Fans of the series will welcome the return of Fox McCloud, Peppy Hare, Slippy Toad, and Falco Lombardi in a fresh, yet familiar, adventure.
