Gamescom 2026 is now fully open to the public. The event follows yesterday’s Opening Night Live showcase, with thousands of visitors heading to the Koelnmesse convention center in Cologne.
The show floor is already drawing attention, with Xbox making a huge impact in Hall 8.
Xbox has a large presence at this year’s event. The company has more than 60 playable stations across its booth.
Visitors can try games such as Gears of War: E-Day and the newly announced Mega Man: Dual Override. The size of the Xbox booth makes it one of the main attractions on the show floor.
Another major highlight is the Nigerian national pavilion in Hall 4. Nigeria is taking part in Gamescom for the first time this year.
The pavilion is showcasing indie developers and games from across the country. It also gives African developers a place to meet publishers, investors, and other industry professionals.
The strong interest in the pavilion is a notable moment for Nigeria’s growing game development scene.
Gamescom 2026 still has several days of events ahead. Visitors can explore booths, play upcoming games, attend panels, and meet developers throughout the week.
With so much happening across the convention center, an interactive schedule can help visitors keep track of panels and developer sessions in Cologne.
