#gamescom 20.-24.08.2025    gamescom ONL: 19.08.2025

gamescom areas

gamescom is not just gamescom, but what you make of it. That's why you'll find plenty of opportunities to be close to your community in our entertainment area. Experience the latest indie games in the indie area. Find much-loved and coveted fan merchandise, accessories and goodies in the merchandise area. Discover the family & friends area, the popular meeting place to get to know new technologies through play. Of course, the cosplay community will meet again this year in the cosplay village, including a competition and prizes. In the retro gaming area you can relive past times and at the gamescom campus area you will find all career and training opportunities in the gaming industry.  

entertainment area

This is where the biggest international gaming companies pull out all the stops –  showcasing spectacular stands, exclusive demos and hands-on world premieres. Surrounded by LED walls, live stages, controllers and fan moments, trying out games is transformed into a one-of-a-kind experience.

signing area

The signing area is the central meeting point for creators and their fans. Different creators will be there for you every day during gamescom 2025. Come by and get your personal autograph!

All info on the attending creators of the gamescom signing area 2025 will follow in good time before the event!

cosplay village

Fantastic cosplays, an original show program and an enthusiastic community - the gamescom cosplay village offeres you a varied program with international cosplayers, artists, music acts, show acts, live casts and much more!

indie area

At the heart of gamescom, passionate developers from all over the world present their new, innovative and creative game titles.

event arena

Immerse yourself in the world of the esports scene & big shows and experience the unique atmosphere of the gamescom event arena among hundreds of like-minded fans! 

artist area

Looking for creative vibes? The artist area in Hall 5.1 is where the creative scene of gaming and pop culture comes together. This is where international artists showcase and sell their exclusive illustrations, artistic creations and fan art.

retro & family area

The retro & family area connects the gaming worlds of yesterday and today. From legendary console classics to interactive stations where young gamers can explore the latest technologies – here is where a unique mixture of nostalgia, innovation, fun, and shared moments for big and small arises.

campus area

At the gamescom campus area, you find numerous career and training opportunities in the games industry.

merchandise area

The merchandise area once again offers everything your heart desires. Here, fans will find everything they want in terms of fan merchandise, accessories and goodies for the latest new games and classics.

cards & boards area

The meeting point for all fans of board and card games is located in Hall 5.2. Get ready to play a unique blend of brand-new releases and timeless classics. Join top exhibitors like Wizards of the Coast, Ravensburger, Konami, Pegasus Spiele and Fantasy Flight Games.


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