gamescom 2025 – Games in the Spotlight: Premieres, Demos & Highlights
gamescom 2025 is shaping up to be the biggest and most diverse edition in the event’s history. From August 20 to 24, the world’s largest gaming expo will take place in Cologne. Kicking things off is the Opening Night Live on August 19, hosted by Geoff Keighley, where new games will be revealed, along with first gameplay previews and trailers.
The line-up of gamescom 2025 is expected to break records once again. Compared to last year, there will be 11% more exhibitors from over 60 countries. Thailand is joining for the first time as a Southeast Asian partner country. Additionally, there will be a larger indie area and even more exhibition space. The main attraction, of course, is the new high-profile titles that visitors can get hands-on with. Here’s a look at the must-play games of gamescom 2025.
Major Premieres at Opening Night Live
The gamescom Opening Night Live will begin on August 19 around 8 PM, with Geoff Keighley hosting the show. Several world premieres are expected. The biggest reveal will be Call of Duty: Black Ops 7. Although an official teaser was released about a month ago, the ONL will give deeper insights into the story and modes: campaign, multiplayer, and zombie mode. The game is being developed by Treyarch & Raven Software and is set to release in fall 2025 on Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.
Another confirmed highlight is the reveal of a new World of Warcraft expansion, World of Warcraft: Midnight. It will feature a trailer, cinematic, story showcase, gameplay demos, and even player housing.
Well-Known Franchises with Playable Demos
But the real highlight of gamescom is not just the Opening Night, but all the games you can try out across the massive venue. Capcom alone will showcase three titles, all with playable demos. These include Resident Evil: Requiem, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and Pragmata.
Bandai Namco is also bringing several demos to the event, showcasing The Blood of Dawnwalker, Little Nightmares III, and Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree. Then there’s Konami, presenting demos and trailers for Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater, Silent Hill f, and Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG at booth B-020. HoYoverse, creators of Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, and Zenless Zone Zero, will also showcase their hit online titles.
Indie Gems and Surprise Reveals
This year, the indie section is especially strong at gamescom 2025. The Indie Area occupies half of Hall 10.2. Many gamers are hoping that Team Cherry will finally share more about Hollow Knight: Silksong. As the most wishlisted game on Steam, expectations are sky-high. Fans are hoping for more gameplay and maybe even a release date.
Simulation games like Firefighting Simulator: Ignite from astragon and Seafarer: The Ship Sim will also be on display. Indie publisher Team 17 will present a wide range of new indie hits. The indie section is huge, and listing all the titles would be too much for this article. If you’re into indie games, definitely check it out—plus, you usually don’t have to wait in line as long to play them.
Some surprise titles will also be announced, such as Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era from Ubisoft. Gamescom 2025 has games from every genre. With more than 1,400 exhibitors, there’s more than you can see in a single visit. Choose a few key games that interest you and make sure to test them out—after all, that’s what the expo is all about.
Conclusion – Which Games Are Worth the Visit?
The Opening Night Live will once again be a highlight—even without a ticket. You’ll get a look at Black Ops 7 and WoW: Midnight. Major games that are definitely worth lining up for include Resident Evil Requiem, Little Nightmares III, and Metal Gear Solid Δ, which will be playable for the first time. Whether you’re into AAA titles or indie gems, gamescom is the place to be. Nowhere else will you find this much gaming in one place.
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