Gamescom 2023 set a new record, surpassing 1.220 exhibitors from 63 different countries. Furthermore, international exhibitors are growing (76%, a slight increase compared to 2022) and there will be 33 pavilions from 26 different countries, over an area of around 230,000 square meters.
A focal point of the gaming and entertainment industry, the event will involve the entire city of Cologne from 23 to 27 August 2023.
Gamescom 2023, record of exhibitors in Cologne
Gamescom 2023 promises to once again present a extensive entertainment program in typical game festival style. In the Gamescom events arena, a lively assortment of entertainment activities and gaming competitions. In the context of Gamescom city festival, which will take place on 26 and 27 Augustmusic and game lovers can look forward to a variety of appointments, including performances by Fritz Kalkbrenner e 2 room apartment.
Furthermore, Gamescom: Opening Night Live will welcome video game enthusiasts in presence and online the August 22 in Cologne, with a diverse program within the gamescom event arena, from Friday to Sunday. Friday, AMD will again present a great show with different creators. Saturday and Sunday, they will be ESL, Qualcomm e Samsung to bring games Brawl Stars belonging to the “Snapdragon Pro Series” in Cologne.
Gerald evilCEO of Koelnmesse: “This year the world’s largest gaming festival will have more exhibitors, more space and more internationality than ever before. I can only announce these successes thanks to the excellent cooperation between Koelnmesse, the gamescom partners and our games co-organiser, the German Games Industry Association. Many thanks to all involved!“
Felix FalkManaging Director game – the German Games Industry Association: “This year gamescom is more than ever a reflection of global gaming culture: dynamic, international, creative, diverse and huge. We are proud that the heart of the gaming world will beat here in Germany when the doors open for fans and communities next week.”
Find more information on the Gamescom 2023 website.