Gamescom 2025 Sets New Records with Over 1,500 Exhibitors and Expanded Show Floor

Gamescom 2025 Breaks All Records with Unprecedented Scale

Cologne, Germany – Gamescom 2025 is gearing up to be the most expansive and globally diverse edition of the world's largest gaming event, as organizers proudly announce a new set of record-breaking figures. This year's event will feature over 1,500 exhibitors, marking a significant increase and setting a new benchmark for the exhibition.

Impressive Growth and Optimized Layout

The statistics released by gamescom organizers highlight the event's continued upward trajectory. This year, the exhibition will host more than 1,500 exhibitors hailing from 72 countries, a notable jump from 1,462 exhibitors across 64 countries in 2024. This surge in participation underscores the growing interest from companies worldwide to showcase their products and innovations at gamescom.

Despite the increased number of exhibitors and overall scale, gamescom 2025 will feature a more concentrated layout. While the total exhibition area has expanded to a record 233,000 square meters (up from 230,000 square meters in 2024), the number of distinct pavilions and group stands will be slightly fewer at 40 from 35 countries (compared to 48 from 37 countries in 2024). This suggests a streamlined setup, allowing for potentially larger and more integrated display areas for the record number of participants. Adding to the excitement, tickets for the event are reportedly nearly sold out, indicating immense public anticipation.

A Grand Opening Ceremony and Industry Focus

For the first time ever, the gamescom Opening Night Live ceremony will take place in Hall #1, a spacious venue capable of accommodating 5,000 spectators. This new location boasts state-of-the-art technical infrastructure and will feature the largest stage since the show's inception in 2019. Last year's opening ceremony alone garnered an impressive 44 million viewers worldwide, a testament to gamescom's global reach and influence.

Beyond the main exhibition, gamescom continues to offer a rich and varied program tailored for both general attendees and industry professionals. The event includes specialized formats such as Devcom, the gamescom Congress, and the gamescom invest circle. These platforms facilitate discussions on current topics in game development and provide young studios with invaluable opportunities to connect with international investors, fostering growth and innovation within the industry.

What This Means for Players and the Industry

Gamescom 2025 is scheduled to run from August 20th to August 24th in Cologne. The opening ceremony will kick off on August 19th at 9:00 PM Moscow time (6:00 PM UTC) and is expected to last two hours. With more exhibitors, a larger footprint, and an optimized layout, attendees can look forward to an unprecedented variety of games, announcements, and interactive experiences. The record-breaking figures solidify gamescom's position as a pivotal event for the global gaming community, promising an unforgettable showcase of the industry's future.