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Gaming event guide

Gamescom

A compact OneSliders guide to Gamescom: what it is, how the current edition works and which moments matter most.

First trackedEvergreen event
FrequencyAnnual
Next edition2026
Format sizeEdition-specific
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HistoryWhy people follow it

Gamescom is tracked as an evergreen event so the general guide stays stable while the year slide changes over time.

Format / rulesUse the current edition guide

The year slide holds dates, place and practical questions in one compact view.

ContextArchive programme, not winners

For cultural events, useful history is ceremonies, programme changes, participants, routes and visitor rules.

Notable moments
  • The main ceremony or opening moment should be easy to find.
  • Archive notes should keep programme changes and notable participants.
  • The year slide carries current visitor details and status.
Recent editions
YearHost / placeCountry
2026CologneGermany
2025CologneGermany
2024CologneGermany
2023CologneGermany
2022CologneGermany
2021CologneGermany
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Edition guide

Gamescom 2026

Choose an edition; only this slide changes.

CountryGermany
CityCologne
VenueCologne
Dates25 Aug 2026 - 29 Aug 2026
StatusScheduled
FormatEdition-specific programme
Event startsLoading countdown

Dates and programme details should be checked close to the event.

When is the event?25 Aug 2026 - 29 Aug 2026

Dates are carried from the current OneSliders event listing.

Where is it held?Cologne

Host context: Germany.

How do I get there?Use local transport guidance

Check the organiser and city transport pages before travel.

How do I buy tickets?Use official channels

Ticket windows and resale rules vary by edition.

What is the schedule?Programme by part

Use the programme slide for the main visitor moments.

What happened last edition?Not held yet

This edition is still upcoming.