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New Early Access-style system will enable PC devs to release pre-launch builds, starting with Rocketfish’s Everspace
Read More »InnoGames to host games jam at Gamescom
Devs will compete for a showcase spot at the event’s Indie Arena Booth
Read More »Gamescom ups security, bans cosplay weapons
The organiser of Gamescom Koelnmesse has announced that security measures at this year’s show have been adapted following recent violent incidents across Europe. In an email, the firm asked visitors to leave bags and rucksacks at home unless they are absolutely necessary. Bag checks will be in effect at the …
Read More »Gamescom and GDC Europe tighten security following Germany attacks
Bag checks and ban on imitation weapons introduced as exhibitors and attendees advised to leave unnecessary items at home
Read More »Gamescom 2016 advance day tickets sold out
Koelnmesse has announced that its advance private tickets for this year’s Gamescom have sold out in record time. The firm has revealed that no more day tickets for consumers are available for consumers ahead of time, just three weeks before Gamescom 2016 takes place. However, gamers looking to attend the …
Read More »ESL hosting Heroes of the Storm regional at gamescom
ESL will host the European Heroes of the Storm Fall Regional at gamescom in August. The competition will take place on the ESL main stage between August 17th and 19th. $100,000 is on the line, along with a spot at the Fall Championship that will be held at BlizzCon 2016. …
Read More »UKIE’s UK Game of the Show set for Gamescom 2016
Award will be given to the best unreleased game developed by a British studio
Read More »UKIE’s UK Game of the Show returns for Gamescom 2016
The award highlighting the best UK title at Gamescom is returning for its fourth year. Handed out at UKIE’s stand at the show, which this year sports a ‘Great British Tea Party’ theme, this prize recognises the best UK-developed, but not yet released, project at Gamescom. Anonymous judges will be …
Read More »$100,000 Overwatch tournament to be held at Gamescom by ESL
ESL and Blizzard have teamed up to host a $100,000 Overwatch tournament at Gamescom later this year. The ESL Overwatch Atlantic Showdown will take place on August 20th and 21st on the main stage of ESL’s Gamescom booth in Hall 9. Eight of the best Overwatch teams in the world …
Read More »Press accreditation now open for Gamescom 2016
Gamescom organiser Koelnmessehas opened press accreditation for this year’s show. This will be open online until two weeks before the event starts on Wednesday, August 17th. More information can be found here. Signing up as a member of the press grants you a press ticket for the Cologne trade show, …
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