Gamescom 2026 will showcase a sweep of high‑profile unveilings, ranging from post‑launch content for The Witcher 3 to a possible Elder Scrolls VI announcement.
CD Projekt Red’s Ground‑breakers
CD Projekt Red hints at a new Witcher 3 DLC, Songs of the Past, slated for Opening Night Live. The studio also drops a cryptic tease that could point toward a Witcher 4 trailer or a Cyberpunk sequel.
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Resident Evil Requiem DLC
Capcom’s silence on Resident Evil Requiem’s DLC storyline makes the Gamescom reveal crucial. Rumoured content, especially Ada Wong’s return, could give the title a survivable boost for Game of the Year contention.
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Legacy Revivals and Sequel Powerhouses
Ryse : Son of Rome 2 is speculated to ignite Xbox’s revived ambitions, while the long‑waiting Hogwarts Legacy 2 could drop a surprise trailer as a highlight of the show.
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Tomb Raider and Arc Raiders
Tomb Raider Catalyst, delayed until 2028, might receive a teaser during Gamescom, together with a glimpse of Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, set for early next year. Simultaneously, ARC Raiders is primed to unveil its Frozen Trail update on October 8.
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Franchise Heavy‑hitters
Warhorse Studios’ new Kingdom Come title remains unseen, yet the studio’s confirmation of a Lord of the Rings game raises the prospect of a reveal during the event. Similarly, Lies of P might finally announce a sequel, acknowledging the success of its base game and DLC.
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Elder Scrolls VI and Kojima Odyssey
With Bethesda’s focus re‑centered on its core franchises under new leadership, an Elder Scrolls VI announcement could surface at Gamescom. Meanwhile, Kojima Productions may deliver an exclusive Gameplay clip for OD, further bolstering Xbox’s resurgence narrative.
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