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Häng med FZ på Gamescom Opening Night Live ikväll
FZ will be covering Gamescom's Opening Night Live event, starting with pre-show discussions at 19:30 CEST and continuing with live commentary and post-show analysis. The event is expected to feature reveals for games like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Gears of War: E-Day, Metro Exodus, Silent Hill: Townfall, EXODUS, and a new expansion for The Witcher 3, alongside potential surprises and rumors.
How to watch Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, hosted by Geoff Keighley, will take place on August 25th, marking the traditional end of the videogame announcement season. The event will feature world premieres and announcements for games including The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past DLC, Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day, and Game of Thrones: War for Westeros.
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026: Start Time, How To Watch, And What To Expect
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 is scheduled to begin on August 25th, following a 30-minute preshow. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the event will feature new game trailers and reveals, including confirmed titles like The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past, Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, and Gears of War: E-Day. The show will be livestreamed on YouTube and Twitch, starting at 10:30 AM PT / 1:30 PM ET.
Sony Reaffirms Return to Console-Exclusive Games With New “Only On PS5” Ad
Sony has released a new advertisement emphasizing its commitment to console-exclusive games for the PlayStation 5, featuring titles like Ghost of Yōtei, Astro Bot, and Marvel's Wolverine. While Sony continues to release multiplayer games on PC, such as Helldivers 2, the ad suggests a stronger focus on exclusive single-player experiences. This strategy mirrors recent moves by Microsoft, which is also prioritizing exclusives for Xbox Series X/S and PC, though Xbox CEO Asha Sharma notes the current business health necessitates a gradual approach to releasing more exclusive titles.
Gears of War: E-Day Story Trailer Reveals the Terrifying New Locust Leader
The Coalition revealed a new story trailer for Gears of War: E-Day at Gamescom Opening Night Live, introducing a new terrifying Locust leader. The trailer showcases impressive facial animations and graphical details, hinting at the signature Chainsaw Lancer. Gears of War: E-Day is set to launch on October 6th for Xbox Series X/S and PC, featuring a 14+ hour campaign, Horde Siege co-op, and multiplayer modes.
Opening Night Live 2026 time and how to watch – Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, The Witcher 3 Songs of the Past DLC, and more have already been confirmed to appear
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, hosted by Geoff Keighley, will feature new looks at Final Fantasy 7 Revelation and The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past DLC. The two-hour showcase will also include updates on Silent Hill Townfall, Gears of War: E-Day, and Exodus, airing on August 25th.
Gamescom preview - why you should watch Opening Night Live and visit Cologne
Gamescom 2026 is set to be the largest video game event globally, taking place in Cologne from August 26-30. The event will feature reveals for titles like Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day, and The Witcher 3's new expansion, Songs Of The Past. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the Opening Night Live show on August 25 will offer a preview of upcoming games, with many major industry players like Microsoft, Square Enix, and Nintendo in attendance, though Rockstar Games and Sony will be absent.
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 predictions: 5 games we'd like to see
This article predicts five games that could be featured at Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, including potential reveals or updates for Fable, The Witcher 4, Resident Evil Veronica, Hideo Kojima's OD, and Persona 6. It also mentions confirmed trailers for Silent Hill Townfall and Gears of War: E-Day.
Gamescom 2026: Seven Games at the Top of Our Watchlist
Gamescom 2026 is set to feature major announcements and gameplay reveals for highly anticipated titles. Highlights include updates on Final Fantasy 7 Revelation, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt DLC, Microsoft's Fable and Gears of War: E-Day, Metro 2039, Persona 4 Revival, Daniel Mullins' next project Pony Island 2: Panda Circus, and the real-time strategy game Game of Thrones: War for Westeros.
Gears of War: E-Day Story Trailer Confirmed for Gamescom Opening Night Live
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma confirmed that a new story trailer for Gears of War: E-Day will premiere at Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25th. The game, a prequel focusing on Emergence Day and the origins of Marcus Fenix and Dominic Santiago's friendship, recently concluded a successful open beta with strong player interest across PC and Xbox. Gears of War: E-Day is set to launch on PC and Xbox Series X/S on October 6th, featuring both a campaign and various multiplayer modes including Versus and Horde.
Xbox 25th anniversary console is hilariously expensive reveals leak
A leak suggests Microsoft's 25th anniversary Xbox Series X console will be priced at €899.99, significantly higher than the standard model and comparable to the PlayStation 5 Pro. The limited edition console, featuring a distinctive green hue, is reportedly set to launch on November 27, 2026. This pricing has drawn criticism given the age of the current console generation and the cost of other limited edition offerings.
Geoff Keighley clarifies how trailers are selected for Gamescom Opening Night Live
Geoff Keighley has clarified the selection process for trailers featured in Gamescom's Opening Night Live, explaining that it includes both editorial placements and paid advertisements. While some games are chosen for their editorial value and receive free placement, others are paid marketing opportunities, similar to securing a booth at the physical event. Companies often earn editorial slots based on the significance of their announcements.
How to watch Gamescom's Opening Night Live showcase
Gamescom's Opening Night Live showcase will feature a two-hour stream presenting new information on Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Gears of War: E-Day, and The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past. The event is expected to reveal new gameplay and details about upcoming titles.
Gears of War: E-Day and Gibson Unite for a Custom Guitar Collection
Gibson Guitars and The Coalition have partnered to create a custom guitar collection inspired by Gears of War: E-Day, featuring artwork by Luke Preece. The collection includes two guitars, a Les Paul inspired by Marcus Fenix and an SG inspired by Dominic Santiago, reflecting the game's themes of brotherhood, brutality, and pathos. Fans can enter a giveaway for a chance to win one of three custom guitars, with winners announced on October 16, 2026.
Fable deserves a "chance to shine" – which is why Xbox should delay it one final time
This opinion piece argues that Xbox should delay the upcoming RPG Fable one final time to ensure it has a clear runway for success. Despite its February 23, 2027 release date, the game faces significant competition from other major titles, including God of War Laufey, which could overshadow Fable's launch and impact its potential to drive growth for the Xbox platform.
Steam Week in Review: Here are the 32 Steam games brave enough to release on GTA 6 day
Despite the massive launch of Grand Theft Auto 6, numerous other games are releasing on Steam on the same day, November 19. Titles like Lord of Undead, Parry Survivor, and Cute Country are among the 32 games scheduled for release, with Lord of Undead having the most pre-launch 'Follows' on Steam. The article also touches on top-grossing Steam games and notable chart movements for titles like Gears of War: E-Day and Halo: Campaign Evolved.
OG Gears of War lead says "wallbouncing in Gears" is like his cult classic platformer helping turn fans into furries: "It wasn't the intended nor desired effect, yet here we are"
Original Gears of War lead Cliff Bleszinski commented that the series' signature wallbouncing mechanic, while fun, was an unintended consequence that has dominated the competitive multiplayer meta. He compared this to his earlier platformer, Jazz Jackrabbit, which he believes unexpectedly became a gateway for fans into the furry community. Bleszinski feels wallbouncing breaks the game for players who don't master it, a problem Gears of War: E-Day aims to address.
Gears of War: E-Day's Steam player count has once again blown past the series all-time peak thanks to the…
The open beta for Gears of War: E-Day has achieved a new series record on Steam, with over 22,000 concurrent players. This surpasses previous records set by titles like Gears 5 and Gears Tactics. The beta, available on PC and Xbox Series X|S, includes a tutorial, PvP Versus mode, and the PvE Horde Siege mode.
Gears of War movie producer believes that video game adaptations should "contribute" to game lore rather than…
Producer Kelly McCormick discussed the upcoming Gears of War movie adaptation, emphasizing that it should contribute to the game's lore rather than simply retell existing stories. She revealed that the script is progressing well and that the film aims to create an ecosystem where the movie and future games enhance each other. The movie will serve as a prequel, set 14 years before the first game, aligning with the narrative of the upcoming title, Gears of War: E-Day.
Gears of War: E-Day – Open Beta (Xbox and PC) | Alpha Beta Gamer
Gears of War: E-Day, a third-person shooter detailing the origin story of Emergence Day, is launching an open beta for Xbox and PC. The game features a campaign playable solo or with up to four players, alongside reimagined PvE Horde Siege and refined PvP Versus modes with modernized controls.
