Gamescom 2024: What to expect and How to attend?

August is the month for Gamescom 2024, a place where game lovers from all over come together. This time, Microsoft will make it massive – according to the official blog post, this will be an Xbox experience like no other we have seen yet. In Cologne, Germany, from August 21 to 25, the gaming world will focus its attention as Microsoft displays many Xbox and PC game previews and other events that promise to amaze all present.

At the Xbox booth, you can try out more than 50 titles. These include a mix from Xbox Game Studios, Blizzard, Bethesda, and many third-party partners. Imagine playing games like “Age of Mythology: Retold” or “Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred” before they are released to everyone else. The booth is not only for playing games; it provides an experience where you can take photos, watch unique theater presentations, and even visit a Gear Shop to buy special merchandise.

Here’s what you should expect:

Help DeskPhoto OpportunityTheatre PresentationHands-OnGame Pass HubXbox Gear ShopCommunity HubExperience

Xbox Game Studios

• Age of Mythology: Retold (Hands-On, Photo Opportunity)
• Ara: History Untold (Hands-On, Photo Opportunity)
• Avowed (Theatre Presentation, Photo Opportunity)
• Towerborne (Hands-On, Photo Opportunity)
• Forza Horizon 5 (Hands-On)
• Microsoft Flight Simulator (Hands-On)
• Sea of Thieves (Experience, Photo Opportunity)

Bethesda

• Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (Theatre Presentation, Photo Opportunity)
• Starfield Shattered Space (Theatre Presentation, Photo Opportunity)
• The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road (Hands-On, Photo Opportunity)
• Fallout 76: Milepost Zero (Hands-On, Photo Opportunity)
• DOOM: The Dark Ages (Photo Opportunity)

Blizzard Entertainment

• World of Warcraft: The War Within (Experience, Prescheduled Creator Streaming, Photo Opportunity)
• Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred (Hands-On, Photo Opportunity)
• Diablo: Immortal (Daily Tournament Play, Photo Opportunity)

Games from Partner Studios

• Valorant (Hands-On)
• Star Wars Outlaws (Hands-On, Experience)
• Little Nightmares 3 (Hands-On, Photo Opportunity)
• Date Everything (Hands-On)
• Space Marines 2 (Hands-On)
• S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl (Hands-On)
• Dustborn (Hands-On)

• Commandos: Origins (Hands-On, Photo Opportunity)
• Farming Simulator 25 (Hands-On)
• Fortnite Festival (Hands-On)
• Marvel Rivals (Hands-On)
• Mecha BREAK (Hands-On)
• Planet Coaster 2 (Hands-On)
• Atomfall (Hands-On)
• Visions of Mana (Hands-On)

Indie Selects from ID@Xbox

• Squirrel with a Gun (Hands-On)
• The Alters (Hands-On)
• Descenders 2 (Hands-On)
• Winter Burrow (Hands-On)
• Voidtrain (Hands-On)
• REPLACED (Hands-On)
• Overthrown (Hands-On)
• Parcel Corps (Hands-On)
• KILL KNIGHT (Hands-On)

• Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter (Hands-On)
• All You Need is Help (Hands-On)
• Creatures of Ava (Hands-On)
• Train Sim World 4 (Hands-On)
• Star Trucker (Hands-On)
• Let’s Build a Dungeon (Hands-On)
• Spirit of the North 2 (Hands-On)
• Funko Fusion (Hands-On)

But what if I’m not in Cologne? No problem! Microsoft has also considered this. They are organizing live broadcasts from Gamescom 2024. This ensures you can keep up with everything happening, even if you can’t be there in person. The fortunate ones who are there can participate in interactive setups to win things such as Game Pass tokens and gaming accessories.

Here are the links you need to know (and bookmark):

• Twitch.com/xbox 
• Facebook.com/xbox 
• Youtube.com/xbox 

Here’s the schedule:

Wednesday, August 21  

• Xbox @ gamescom 2024
  • Start: 6am PDT / 9am EDT / 2pm BST / 3pm CEST 
  • Featuring S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Atomfall, Age of Mythology, plus others  
• Bethesda MainStream 
  • Start: 5am PDT / 8am EST / 1pm BST / 2pm CEST  

Thursday, August 22  

• Xbox @ gamescom 2024 
  • Start:  6am PDT / 9am EDT / 2pm BST / 3pm CEST 
  • Featuring Star Wars Outlaws, World of Warcraft: The War Within, Towerborne plus others
• Bethesda MainStream 
  • Start: 5am PDT / 8am EST / 1pm BST / 2pm CEST

Friday, August 23  

• Xbox @ gamescom 2024
  • Start: 6am PDT / 9am EDT / 2pm BST / 3pm CEST
  • Featuring Avowed, Ara: History Untold, plus others
• Bethesda MainStream 
  • Start: 5am PDT / 8am EST / 1pm BST / 2pm CEST 

The Xbox booth at Gamescom strongly focuses on accessibility and inclusivity. It has made sure it is welcoming for all, with features like wheelchair access, Xbox Adaptive Controllers, and even ASL along with German Sign Language interpreters; it is committed to ensuring that everyone can experience the joy of gaming.

For the gamers who love community participation, a unique event called Xbox FanFest starts off the Gamescom week. This gathering allows fans to unite and enjoy their shared interest in gaming. It might allow them to bond, exchange stories, or form new friendships.

Gamescom 2024 is on track to become a memorable event for gamers worldwide. In essence, Microsoft will be at the forefront. Whether you are present or observing from a distance, the thrill of gaming, novelty, and a sense of community will be shown in all its glory. So, are you prepared to experience the core of gaming with Xbox at Gamescom?