Since the outbreak of the Corona pandemic, there were no “real” Gamescom in Cologne more, instead, fans the video game fair over the past two years exclusively virtually held. In 2022, it should finally be possible again to experience the fair on site in Cologne, as the responsible persons have confirmed.
These are the most important information about Gamescom 2022
When will the fair take place? The Gamescom 2022 opens its doors towards the end of August from 24 to 28.08.2022. Wednesday, the 24th of August, is again a trade visitors and press day. From Thursday, the fair is then open for everyone.
Hybrid concept : The most important thing about Gamescom 2022 is that after over two years, it takes place again with audience in Cologne for the first time. So you can visit the fair correctly again and try the latest games. However, there will continue to give a big online offer to really pick all that can not be directly in Cologne.
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Great opening show : This also includes the opening show Gamescom Opening Night Live, which is also to take place for the first time since 2019 on site directly in Hall 1 of the fair Cologne. You can just want to attend the show by Livestream as usual. Further information should follow.
Gamescom goes green : The trade fair managers are also aware that the fair leaves a great ecological footprint and therefore want to make the event “green”. This will continue to provide free public transport tickets that are involved in a trade fair ticket.
Furthermore, the Game Association and the Koelnmesse are committed to ensuring that all emissions generated 100 percent are compensated by the promotion of other climate projects. This sustainability initiative should make Gamescom the first climate-friendly Games event.
What kind of games could be there? There are no exhibitors who have confirmed that they participate in the fair. In our overview for about all PS5 games 2022, however, you can already see what games may be seen on the Gamescom 2022.
Are you going to participate in the Gamescom 2022 in person or will you avoid the fair in Cologne?