Gamescom (August 18-24), one of the gaming world's biggest events in terms of the sheer scale of announcements made, returned with a roar this year at the opening night on August 19 (local time).
Filled with big reveals, trailers, gameplay videos, and even a wonderful musical performance based on Lorien Testard's score for 'Clair Obscur: Expedition 33', here are 7 important announcements you need to know about:
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7
The 'Call of Duty' franchise dropped its biggest bombshell with the reveal of their grittiest, most dystopian offering yet, 'Black Ops 7'. Alongside a new campaign set in 2035, Treyarch also teased a PvE mode called 'Endgame'. The game launches on November 14, with beta access starting from October.
Black Myth: Zhong Kui
'Black Myth: Zhong Kui', the surprise sequel to 'Black Myth: Wukong', which brought Chinese folklore to the gaming world, features haunting visuals and mystical bosses, already shaping up as 2026’s must-play action RPG.
LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight
Warner Bros. and Telltale Games announced an exciting return to LEGO and DC's goofy Gotham. This time round, the game aims to cover the caped crusader's extensive legacy, with 'What We Do in the Shadows' star Matt Berry to voice Bane.
Silent Hill f and Resident Evil: Requiem
Two heavyweights of the horror genre electrified the stage. 'Silent Hill f' drops next month with chilling new storylines that are a perfect homage to the beloved series. The terrifying new trailer for 'Resident Evil: Requiem' sees Grace Ashcroft’s survival nightmare continuing. The latter releases in February 2026.
Ninja Gaiden 4
The latest instalment from Platinum Games' 'Ninja Gaiden' franchise was an interesting story trailer that presents a modern twist that sets out to push the bounds of the series' usual adrenaline-filled combat.
The Outer Worlds 2
The official companions trailer brings back the beloved blend of space exploration, witty writing, and RPG decision-making that made the first game so cool. This time, it’s bigger, funnier, and more chaotic than ever—with just one particular ground rule.