Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024returns as usual in August, kicking off the video game convention in Cologne, and serving as a “sequel” to theSummer Game Fest, also hosted by Geoff Keighley.
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024 Games List
A two-hour conference filled with numerous trailers and game announcements for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, Xbox One, and mobile, featuring titles such as Call of Duty Black Ops 6, Marvel Rivals, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Dune Awakening, and Monster Hunter Wilds.
Borderlands 4
2K Games and Gearboxhave decided to attendGamescom 2024to finally presentBorderlands 4, the new installment of the successful action series. However, this only serves to confirm that the title is in development and will be released at some point in 2025.
Therefore, we’ll have to wait for updates over the coming months. “In this next installment of the ultimate looter shooter, players will take on the role of a legendary Vault Hunter as they shoot their way through hordes of enemies in search of new loot on an entirely new planet,” reads the official statement.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6has showcased one of its missions to demonstrate the potential of the new installment in Activision’s series. Beyond the overwhelming graphical aspect of the game, it seems that the campaign will feature some very interesting missions and will attempt to offer something new for everyone who wants to give it a try starting on October 25.
Goat Simulator Remastered
No one expected it, but it has been one of the most celebrated announcements thanks to its impressive reveal trailer.
Goat Simulator Remasteredis real and will be coming in 2024. Pilgor is back with a new look! The game includes all the original downloadable content, as well as a new level that was previously exclusive to mobile devices. Updated graphics, a mutators menu, a revamped main menu, bug fixes, and the reintroduction of some bugs are all part of the package.
Persona 3 Reload Episode Aigis
The Aigis episode of Persona 3 Reload is one of the most anticipated pieces of content by the community of Atlus players. However, its presence at Gamescom 2024 has only served as a reminder of its release, as the trailer was really brief.
Dying Light: The Beast
“The Beast,” a mysterious live-action teaser featuring a woman being stalked by a beast in the forest, has turned out to be an expansion for Dying Light.
This open-world zombie game, blending parkour with stealth, appears to be a “standalone expansion.” Geoff Keighley confirmed that it will offer 20 hours of gameplay and a completely new region. It’s set to release in 2025, and here’s more information onDying Light: The Beast.
Black Myth: Wukong
It’s one of the biggest sensations right now, and it couldn’t miss an event of this magnitude. Black Myth: Wukong, the most-played game in history during its first 24 hours on Steam, has made an appearance with its impressive launch trailer to celebrate its availability on PS5 and PC.
Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZERO
Dragon Ball: Sparking! ZEROis one of the major releases expected in October, and it continues to expand its roster of available fighters. However, at its appearance at Gamescom 2024, only the confirmation of Super Buu was shown.
King of Meat
One of the most original announcements that turns Geoff Keighley into a cartoon. Get ready for a cheerfully deranged world filled with skeletons, trolls, and, of course, corporate commercialism.
This wacky multiplayer action game, for 1 to 4 players, will be published by Amazon Games onPS5, Xbox, Switch, and Steam.
Lynked: Banner of the Spark
FuzzyBot, a new independent studio formed by veterans of AAA games, presents its first game—a cooperative hack-and-slash with roguelike and tower defense elements.
It’s the year 3000, and there are hardly any humans left on Earth, but you’ll fight against enemy robots and then build your village with the pieces you collect. Despite its post-apocalyptic setting, it’s a colorful and cheerful world.
Lost Records: Bloom & Rage
Lost Records: Bloom & Rageis a new narrative adventure game from the creators of the acclaimed Life is Strange series.
Travel back to the 90s and experience the defining summer of four high school girls as they bond through their growing friendship, their punk band, and an inexplicable event that will change their lives forever. Lost Records: Bloom & Rage will be released in two parts: Tape 1 on February 18, and Tape 2 on July 30, 2025, for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
No More Room in Hell 2
No More Room in Hell 2is an intense cooperative experience with permadeath that immerses you in the dark unease of zombie-infested zones. As an emergency responder, you’ll need to survive, scavenge, gather resources, and complete your mission, only to repeat the process in a constantly evolving experience.
Arc Riders
This third-person sci-fi shooter with PvPvE elements, announced in 2021, is making a comeback with its setting in the ruins of Earth. It is set to release in 2025. Here’s everything known about Arc Raiders so far.
Infinity Nikki
Infinity Nikkiis a cozy open-world adventure game developed by Infold Games that has been showcased at several events but has yet to announce a release date, indicating that it may still be some time away from becoming a reality.
Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 - Heed the Call of War
Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive are thrilled to present a new trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 at Gamescom Opening Night Live.
Featuring impressive panoramic shots and quotes from the press and influencers highlighting the game’s strengths, this new trailer provides another immersive glimpse into the dark and grim universe of Warhammer 40,000 before its release on September 9.
Predecessor
Predecessor redefines the modern MOBA genre by combining stunningly realistic environments with explosive third-person action. Its appearance at Gamescom 2024’s Opening Night Live showcased the new features of its version 1.0.
Path of Exile II
Path of Exile IIused its appearance at Gamescom 2024’s Opening Night Live to confirm its early access date of November 15. This announcement provides a clear timeline for when players will be able to start enjoying the game’s offerings.
Dune: Awakening
Dune: Awakening has revealed new gameplay showcasing a player’s journey from survivor to spice hunter. This open-world survival MMO is set on the most dangerous planet in the universe. Survive in the desert by learning the ways of the Fremen, expand your potential through combat, spice, construction, and trade. As guild intrigues and wars unfold, control the spice and cling to power.
A brother and sister navigate through hell to rescue their friends in this chilling horror adventure. Whether solo or in local and online cooperative modes, use your wits to survive and escape from this twisted island. It’s a new horror story from Tarsier Studios, the creators of Little Nightmares I & II.
Monster Hunter Wilds
Set to make a significant impact in the coming months,Monster Hunter Wildswas a near-certainty for an event of this caliber. Capcom has revealed new details about its gameplay and monster hunting features.
Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
The belovedFatal Furyseries from SNK first hit the market in 1991, leading the fighting game boom of the 1990s and making a significant impact on the industry. GAROU: MARK OF THE WOLVES, released in 1999, has been the franchise’s most recent installment for a long time, but that is about to change.
MechaBreak
Mechs are making an appearance at thisGamescomwith a new trailer forMechaBreak, a 6v6 action game where you can customize your robot and take it into fast-paced battles and shootouts.
Monument Valley 3
Monument Valley 3, a new chapter in the acclaimed series, will arrive exclusively on Netflix Games on December 10. It continues the legacy of one of the most successful puzzle games in recent times.
Sid Meier’s Civilization VII
Sid Meier’s Civilization VIIis set to launch on August 24, 2025. The award-winning strategy game franchise returns with a groundbreaking chapter.
Sid Meier’s Civilization VIIlets you build the largest empire the world has ever known. Rule as one of many legendary leaders from history, establish your civilization, build cities and architectural wonders to expand your territory, conquer or cooperate with rival civilizations in search of prosperity, and explore the farthest corners of the unknown world.
Starfield: Shattered Space
The latest free update for Starfield has arrived, bringing a highly requested feature: the REV-8 ground vehicle. Now you have the opportunity to explore new frontiers and reach new heights in your own all-terrain vehicle.
Marvel Rivals
The Marvel hero shooter, featuring Marvel heroes and villains, will be released on December 6. It will be free-to-play on PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, with all heroes unlocked from the start.
Secret Level
Secret Level is a new adult animated anthology series featuring original stories set in the worlds of some of the most beloved video games. Created by the minds behind LOVE, DEATH + ROBOTS, each of the 15 episodes celebrates games and gamers.
The games inspiring these 15 epic stories include Armored Core, Concord, Crossfire, Dungeons & Dragons, Exodus, Honor of Kings, Mega Man, New World: Aeternum, PAC-MAN, various PlayStation Studios games, Sifu, Spelunky, The Outer Worlds, Unreal Tournament, and Warhammer 40,000. Secret Level premieres on Prime Video on December 10.
Age of Mythology: Retold
Age of Mythology: Retoldtakes you beyond history into a mythical era where gods, monsters, and humans collide. Combining the best elements of the belovedAge of Mythologywith modern real-time strategy design and graphics, Retold offers an epic and innovative experience for both veteran players and newcomers. Secure your dominance, command legendary monsters, and call upon the power of the gods to crush your enemies.
Towerborne
Towerborne is a fast-paced, hopeful action RPG. In this vibrant world with exciting combat, you’ll face evil forces solo or alongside your companions, fighting as one.
Delta Force
Delta Forceis a free tactical first-person shooter coming soon to PlayStation, Xbox, PC, and mobile. As the latest installment in the classic series that has defined the genre for 25 years, Delta Force returns with an enhanced arsenal, stunning environments, and a truly dynamic world.
Engage in large-scale multiplayer combat and take the fight to the enemy by land, sea, and air in Havoc Warfare. Experience intense extraction-based action with your squad in Hazard Operations, or step back to 1993 with our Black Hawk Down campaign mode, based on Ridley Scott’s classic film.
Kingdom Come Deliverance II
This thrilling narrative-based action RPG, set amidst the chaos of a 15th-century Bohemian civil war, will be released on July 06, 2025.
Experience an authentic RPG adventure with genuine first-person combat and an epic cinematic story, as you live life through the eyes and actions of Henry, a young man seeking revenge for his murdered parents, as showcased in the new trailer.
Zenless Zone Zero
This trailer introduces the captivating characters from ZZZ Version 1.1 and offers the worldwide premiere of a new region for Version 1.2, which will serve as the setting for the upcoming chapter of the story.
Honkai: Star Rail - Luofu Storytelling: Cosmic Fables
Following the recent Xianzhou odyssey, the latest trailer showcased at Gamescom highlights Feixiao, the Merlin’s Claw of the Xianzhou Yaoqing and one of the Seven Arbiter Generals.
Additionally, new details have been revealed about the intriguing collaboration with the anime Fate/stay night Unlimited Blade Works, featuring the surprising arrival of Archer aboard the Astral Express. This development astonishes Pom-pom and the crew members, hinting at the extraordinary journey that lies ahead.
Batman: Arkham Shadow
The first gameplay footage ofBatman: Arkham Shadow, an innovative new entry in the famous Arkham series, has been revealed. Developed exclusively for Meta Quest 3 by Camouflaj and Oculus Studios in partnership with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC, this title brings the Arkham experience to virtual reality.
This time, you’ll be Batman, delivering devastating blows, gliding over unsuspecting enemies, and retreating into the shadows. Camouflaj has reinvented the core Arkham experience for VR, drawing particular inspiration from Batman: Arkham Asylum and its intricate, interconnected level design.
Little Nightmares III
In Little Nightmares III, you’ll join Low and Alone as they seek a way to escape the Nothing. The two friends, trapped in the Spiral—a conglomerate of disturbing locations—must cooperate to survive in a perilous world full of illusions and escape the clutches of an even greater evil lurking in the shadows.
For the first time in the franchise, face your childhood fears with a friend in online cooperative mode or solo with an AI companion. A new trailer showcasing some of the game’s mechanics was revealed at Gamescom 2024.
From what has been revealed so far, it seems that in Herdling, your goal will be to guide your flock of Calicorns, which resemble a mix between the Muppet’s Snuffleupagus and one of the Wild Things from Where the Wild Things Are.
The trailer features a child in a hoodie leading the Calicorns through environments ranging from plains and caves to a stunning mountain, all accompanied by a wonderfully whimsical soundtrack.
Masters of Albion
Peter Molyneux has revealed that his upcoming game will be set in the land of Albion. This announcement is intriguing, as Albion is also the setting of the beloved Fable series, developed by the now-defunct Lionhead Studio, with which Molyneux was closely involved before leaving the company.
Masters of Albion has shown some of its gameplay qualities, although it does not yet have a release date.
Squid Game: Unleashed
Use skill and quick reflexes to survive in twisted competitions in this multiplayer action game inspired by the hit series. Squid Game: Unleashed will be coming soon to the Netflix app.
Unknown 9: Awakening
This action-adventure game confirms its release on October 18 for PC, PS5, and Xbox. To celebrate, a live-action trailer featuring actress Anya Chalotra, known for her role as Yennefer in The Witcher, has been released.
Sniper Elite: Resistance
Featuring unparalleled sniper mechanics, stealth, and third-person tactical combat,Sniper Elite: Resistanceshifts the focus of the acclaimed series to a hidden war, away from the front lines, deep within occupied France.
Working with the French Resistance, you’ll need to eliminate a deadly addition to the Reich’s arsenal. With multiple targets on the Hit List and various infiltration and extraction points, you’ll have unmatched freedom in how to achieve your objectives and craft your own playstyle.
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred
Blizzard President Johanna Faries has teased some updates for World of Warcraft, including the upcoming expansion The War Within, set to release in 2024, with a Direct event to detail all its news.
She also discussedDiablo IV: Vessel of Hatred, the expansion releasing in October. The expansion is playable at Gamescom, with a video showcasing the new mercenaries featured in the update.
The First Berserker: Khazan
The First Berserker: Khazanis a hardcore action RPG set in theDungeon & Fighteruniverse. As Khazan, the great general of the Pell Empire who defied death, players will uncover the incidents leading to his downfall and seek vengeance against his enemies.
ARA: History Untold
ARA: History Untoldoffers an evolution in large-scale turn-based historical strategy. Claim your seat of power, govern in your own way, and change history forever. The new trailer reveals some of the core mechanics of this upcoming strategy game, set to release on September 24.
Dark and Darker Mobile
Monsters aren’t the only danger lurking in this dungeon. Treacherous thieves and the infinite darkness itself pose the greatest threats.
You might fall victim to other daring souls or the voracious appetite of the dark swarm. However, if you manage to escape while finding treasures, unimaginable fame and riches await. Now available on mobile devices.
Step into a whimsical world filled with toys, adventures, superpowers, and floating islands. Here, you can enjoy a carefree vacation where you relax, daydream, and fill your days with fantasy and laughter.
From NetEase Games, this is Floatopia, a new life simulation game where players can travel among super-powered worlds to craft their island and engage with friends.@NetEaseGames_EN#OpeningNightLivepic.twitter.com/8BBuqyYe9S— Summer Game Fest (@summergamefest)June 25, 2025
Discover all the beloved elements of life simulation games—farming, fishing, tree cutting, and decorating your dream home—with a touch of magic to lift your worries. Set sail to your own floating island and embark on a journey through a world of superpowers.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
Indiana Jones and the Great Circlewill be released on Xbox Series X|S and PC on December 9. Discover a new look at Indy’s global adventure and the tools at his disposal as he faces sinister forces.
From his whip and revolver to his trusty journal and camera, you’ll need everything he has to unravel the mystery of the Great Circle. Additionally, the game has been confirmed for a PS5 release in spring 2025.
Mafia: The Old Country
The final big announcement at theGamescom 2024 Opening Night LiveisMafia: The Old Country.Explore the origins of organized crime in a gritty mafia story set in the brutal underworld of 1900s Sicily.
Fight for survival in this dangerous and unforgiving era, with action brought to life by the authentic realism and rich narrative for which the acclaimed Mafia series is known. More details about Mafia: The Old Country will be revealed in December 2024.
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