As the excitement builds for Gamescom 2024, Microsoft has unveiled its ambitious plans for the event, which promises to be a highlight for gamers worldwide. Scheduled to take place from August 21 to August 25 at the Koelnmesse in Cologne, Gamescom will feature daily livestreams and an impressive lineup of over 50 playable games at Microsoft’s booth in Hall 7.
Attendees can expect a hands-on experience with a diverse array of titles from Xbox Game Studios, Blizzard, Bethesda, and other third-party developers. The booth will host 240 gaming stations where visitors can try out popular games such as Age of Mythology: Retold, Ara: History Untold, Diablo 4: Vessel of Hatred, Fallout 76: Milepost Zero, The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road, and Towerborne. In addition, third-party titles including Star Wars Outlaws, Space Marine 2, and the highly anticipated Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl will also be available for play.
While fans are eager to see Microsoft’s flagship titles for 2024, including Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Starfield: Shattered Space, and the much-discussed Avowed, these games will not be playable on-site. Instead, they will be showcased through exclusive theatre presentations, providing attendees with a glimpse into what to expect in the coming year.
For those unable to attend in person, Microsoft is making it easy to stay connected with three days of live broadcasts directly from the Gamescom show floor. The first livestream will kick off at 2 PM BST (6 AM PDT) on August 21, featuring titles like Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Atomfall, and Age of Mythology. Following this, the second day will highlight Star Wars Outlaws, World of Warcraft: The War Within, and Towerborne, while the final day will showcase Avowed, Ara: History Untold, and more.
Additionally, Bethesda will host its own series of daily livestreams, starting at 1 PM BST (5 AM PDT) each day, ensuring that fans have plenty of content to look forward to.
Gamescom will officially kick off with Geoff Keighley’s Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 20 at 7 PM BST (11 AM PT), setting the stage for what promises to be an exhilarating week for gamers and developers alike.
With so much planned for this year’s Gamescom, anticipation is high for the latest updates, announcements, and gameplay experiences that Microsoft and its partners will deliver. Whether attending in person or watching from home, the event is set to be a key moment in the gaming calendar.
