Gamescom 2023 had an excellent start with Opening Night Live, hosted by The Game Awards creator, Geoff Keighley. It showcased several of the most anticipated titles coming to gamers in the near future, and presented announcements for brand new games. A plethora of new footage was exhibited on the first night in Cologne, Germany and as many are anticipating, this is likely just the beginning of the what is to come. FandomWire is working hard to get you the best information and updates on your favorite games as this annual event continues. Below are all of the announcements made on Day One of Gamescom 2023.
Gamescom 2023 Starts at Hyper Speed With Starfield Trailer
As the lights go down, Starfield composer, Inon Zur, comes out to the stage and starts off Gamescom 2023 by serenading the audience on piano. When he is finished, everyone’s attention is turned to the center screen as a live-action trailer for the upcoming game is played for the world. It shows a little girl being given a patch by a spaceman, before he boards his ship and takes flight. Rocket Man is played in the background. The trailer highlights spaceship dog fights and exhibits exploration in the title, and the crowd loves it.
It was certainly a strong starting point for the event, as Starfield is one of the most highly anticipated games this year. After the trailer was shown, Todd Howard appeared on stage for his first appearance at a Gamescom event. If you want to learn more about his appearance and the Starfield trailer, check out our article below.
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Between the Starfield trailer and the announcement of the next game, two fans rushed the stage to demand the release of GTA VI. While Geoff Keighley was slightly thrown off and a little disappointed, Gamescom 2023 continued on as normal after the men were removed. Hopefully, such action has not given Rockstar another reason to delay its long-awaited title. Check out our coverage of the intrusion below.
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Things Got Scary As Little Nightmares 3 Arrived
As the event moved on, the Little Nightmares 3 announcement was a major win for gamers who love the previous titles. There was some concern another installment would never see the light of day, so developer Lucas Roussel and Coralie Feniello were excited to introduce the game. The title will be releasing in 2024 and includes both a single player and co-op option for those who might want to experience the horror with a friend. Make sure to check out our article below for more information.
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Gamescom 2023 Then Travels to 16th Century China For the Black Myth: Wukong Trailer
Black Myth: Wukong is a classical 16th century adventure RPG set in Chinese mythology. It has a planned release of 2024 and was developed by Game Science. The title is based on a Chinese novel called Journey to the West. The combat shown in the trailer looks very difficult, and may have soulslike aspects to it. Our article linked below will tell you even more about this epic action-adventure.
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Things Took a Gory Turn with the Killing Floor 3 Announcement
As it goes, Gamescom 2023 once again turns back to the horror realm, to showcase zombie-mech game, Killing Floor 3. The announcement trailer shows a quite gruesome surgery done on a zombie-like creature, where its chest is ripped open, head drilled into, and arms removed. These body parts are then replaced with robotic machinery, and the creature is placed alongside an army of others who look just like it. There was no release date given for the Tripwire Interactive title, but gamers can find more information about the game in the link below.
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A Return Trip to Space Brings Zach Snyder And His Film Rebel Moon to the Stage
The man, the myth, the legend, the director responsible for the #Syndercut, Zack Snyder, throws Gamescom 2023 a curve ball with a trailer for his new movie, Rebel Moon. Snyder and his team at Netflix are delivering fans an exciting space epic that is inspired by Star Wars and Seven Samurai. This R-rated adventure will be in two parts: Rebel Moon Part One: A Child of Fire and Rebel Moon Part One: The Scargiver. Although this was not a video game announcement, have no fear, a video game adaptation is in the works. Learn more in the article below.
Gamescom 2023 Next Celebrated Age of Empires IV For Xbox
You might be slightly confused as to why Age of Empires IV appeared at Gamescom 2023, when the title’s anniversary edition released two years ago. This is because the announcement was not for a new game, but for the fact the title was reimagined on Xbox. If this is something that makes you excited, then waste no time, the new version released on the Xbox store the same day as the announcement!
Swords Collide with the Gameplay Trailer for Crimson Desert
Crimson Desert, a title by Pearl Abyss, is an upcoming online RPG set in a medieval fantasy land. The game has been described as all of the RPGs in gaming rolled into one. This could be incredibly promising for those who want variety in their gameplay, but it could also spell disaster with too much to do and not a lot of creativity. There is no release at this date, but if you’re interested in learning more about the game, take a look at our article prior to Gamescom 2023.
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Ice-T Entered Via Recording, Admited to Knowing a Lot About Heists, and Announced Payday 3 Trailer
American Rapper, Ice-T, introduced Payday 3, which is an upcoming first person shooter title from Starbreeze Studios. He revealed the game will contain his own special heist mission, since he apparently knows a lot about said activity. The trailer exhibited some of the gameplay aspects and brought hype to get fans of the series excited. Payday 3 releases on September 21, right in line to compete with the plethora of other games coming out this Fall.
Next Came the Highly Anticipated Trailer Announcement for Assassins Creed Mirage
Ubisoft’s, Assassins Creed Mirage, brings an intriguing new look at the franchise, with its trailer focusing on The Round City of Baghdad, one of the game’s primary locations. The title, which is set to release on October 5, will include voiceover work done entirely in Arabic. It had previously been announced the game would include Arabic subtitles and dubbing, and this trailer (shown fully in Arabic) was the cherry on top for those wanting an immersive experience. Check out our article on the gameplay trailer, which has been provided below.
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The Hits Kept Coming with the Tekken 8 World Premiere Trailer
The classic Bandai Namco fighting game returned to Gamescom 2023, in the form of Tekken 8, to give viewers new features and a release date. Those who want Tekken 8 to succeed will not have worry about it arriving this Fall to heavy competition. Instead, gamers can expect to see the game arrive on January 26, 2024. When it arrives, fans will be treated to ArcadeQuest, a story mode version that incorporates 32 fighters at one time.
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The Hunt for Makarov Begins As Modern Warfare 3 is Featured in Exciting Presentation
Sledgehammer developers took the Gamescom 2023 stage to talk about the upcoming Modern Warfare 3 title. They expressed excitement over some of the new features in the game including: open combat missions and open-world zombies. The two showed gamers a look at the first mission in Modern Warfare 3, and it is a story that promises to have massive consequences for our protagonists. Learn more about this reveal in our article linked below.
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A Steampunk Survival Born in Nightingale
Upcoming survival-crafting game, Nightingale, helmed by newly founded Inflexion Games, promises to be a vast and explorable PC experience. Early access will begin on February 22, 2024, to give gamers a chance to test out this new Victorian gaslamp PVE. For more details on Nightingale, check out our Gamescom 2023 article.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink Is the Next Adventure Shown
Granblue Fantasy: Relink is a 3D action game coming from the minds of the developers at Cygames. Players will come face to face with primal beasts and astral gods in order to make it to the end of this title. The Japanese RPG is set to debut on February 1, 2024 to PlayStation and PC users.
Immortals of Aveum Arrived With Trailer for Same Day Release
Immortals of Aveum came to Gamescom 2023 with the same energy as Age of Empires IV, since it had a release on the same day as Opening Night Live. The title follows Jak, a sorcerer determined to save his world from absolute destruction. The game, originally announced at The Game Awards in 2022, was directed by Bret Robbins, the former creative director of Dead Space. Be sure to stay tuned with FandomWire for our upcoming review of Immortals of Aveum.
Zenless Zone Zero Brings Alliterative Z’s to Gamescom 2023
Zenless Zone Zero is a single player urban fantasy RPG from developer, miHoYo. It will have roguelike mechanics, as players navigate the world as playable protagonist Proxy. In the game, there will also be opportunities to travel through alternate dimensions and recruit friends to fight antagonist, the Ethereal.
Honki: Star Rail Continued the HoYo Run and Showed Off New Footage
As previously mentioned, Zenless Zone Zero was brought to gamers by miHoYo. The developer is also responsible for Honki: Star Rail, and so the powers that be had them present both games back to back. Of course, those who love miHoYo were thrilled with this progression. Since Honki has already released to PC and mobile, the next planned platform is PlayStation 5, and is expected to arrive before the end of the year.
HoYo Devs Stayed on Stage Once More to Give Fans a New Genshin Impact Trailer
The highly popular RPG, Genshin Impact, also created by miHoYo appeared at Gamescom 2023 to show off a new region called Fontaine. This is exciting for fans of the game and in fact, Fontaine has already been available for nearly a week. So, if you’re a Genshin-head, go play that expansion and enjoy the new part of the world HoYo has introduced.
Lords of the Fallen Bring Life and Death to Gamescom 2023
Lords of the Fallen, a soft remake of the 2014 title of the same name, introduced more footage to gamers as it gears up for an October 13 release. The soulslike title has a lot to prove, since the success of Elden Ring, but it appears the developers at Hexworks are up to the challenge. Those who play the game will not only explore the land of the living, but will go adventuring through the realm of the dead. For more information on the extended story trailer, check out the article below.
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In a Back to Back Run, Sonic Superstars and Sonic Frontiers: The Final Horizon Grab the Attention of the Room
Sonic Superstars and Sonic Frontiers were a back to back hit for SEGA at Gamescom 2023, and fans were loving every minute of it. Sonic Superstars showcased an exciting and colorful multiplayer trailer for gamers to come together. Sonic Frontiers showed off The Final Horizon, which is a free update coming to the game, on September 28th. For more information check the article below.
The First Descendant Then Entered the Chat with Reveal Trailer and Open Beta
The First Descendant is a survival title, where gamers can play solo or join together to fight for the survival of humanity. It is a free-to-play third person shooter and is set to release on Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC. Although the date of launch for the game has not been revealed, the beta access will go from September 19 to 25.
Gamescom 2023 Then Journeyed to the Ocean For Under the Waves
In Under the Waves, players will navigate the North Sea as Stan, a professional scuba diver, who has a life-altering experience after a prolonged dive. The title explores themes of solitude and mental health that will bring Stan face to face with very strange events and his own demons. The game was created by indie developer, Parallel Studios, and is set in a futuristic version of the 1970’s.
Troy Baker Crashed Gamescom 2023 to Show Off Fort Solis
It wouldn’t be a true video game event without a touch of Troy Baker, and Gamescom 2023 does not disappoint. Baker appeared on stage to introduce the new indie title he has been working on, Fort Solis. The game, which was developed by Fallen Leaf and Black Drakkar Games, is a linear tale of a remote mining facility. It has been described as something similar to a Netflix television series, and will certainly be an intriguing story. Be sure to check out our Fort Solis article below.
Expedition: A MudRunner Game Parked at Gamescom With Another Premiere Trailer
Expeditions: A Mudrunner Game is a title based in science, where players drive around scenic locations for various experimental studies. The all-terrain vehicles used by gamers will have a wide variety of advanced tech, allowing them to better explore and test their surroundings. As of now, there is no set release date, but it is planned to arrive by 2024.
The Crew Motorfest Came Racing in For a Gameplay Trailer
Gamescom 2023 decided to stick to the same theme with The Crew Motorfest, as two car based games were previewed back to back. This title, however, had less to do with scientific study and more to do with fast exotic cars and incredible locations. The gameplay trailer showed off some of the exciting scenes gamers can anticipate as they take on their friends in racing and collecting hundreds of classic vehicles. The title certainly attracted attention, and might even give Forza a run for its money in the future. It releases on September 14th and will offer a five hour free trial until September 17th.
Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Offers a Promising Future For the Game
The title many have written off, yet continues to work hard to earn back our trust, is Cyberpunk 2077. The CD Projekt Red game had a ton of hype in the beginning, but unfortunately its performance did not meet expectations. Now, after many patches and late nights for developers, Phantom Liberty is ready to make an offering fit for even the most hesitant of gamers. Idris Elba is here, and this one is going to be good. Make sure to check out our article on the DLC below.
Stormgate Arrived Promptly With a Showing of Real-Time Strategy
Stormgate is a real-time strategy game that has been developed by Frost Giant Studios through the use of Unreal Engine 5. It will be free-to-play when it releases, and will support itself through paid in-games services. Although an announcement date has not been made for the strategy game, there is a planned open beta the creators intend to provide before the end of the year.
Runemastery is Coming with Last Epoch – Runes of Power Patch 0.9.2
Last Epoch announced a Runes of Power Patch 0.9.2 which is set to release on September 7th. The Eleventh Hour Games title is introducing the Runemaster as a new class for the online RPG that has been going strong since 2019. If you are a fan of Last Epoch, then you will definitely want to take advantage and try out this new update.
Marvel Makes An Appearance for the PC Players in the Room
Marvel’s Spider-Man might be absent from Gamescom 2023, but that doesn’t mean Marvel cannot bring in some exciting news. Marvel Snap, the collectible card game that released for mobile devices and early access PC last year, is officially coming to the Steam Store. This was another announcement that took place on the same day as release, so any Marvel Snap fans out there, go get the full game on Steam now!
Things Get Metal with the Launch Trailer for Armored Core 6
Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon is set to release in only a few days, on August 25, and there will certainly be continued news as it nears release. Its developer, FromSoftware, famous for the Elden Ring and Dark Souls games, has worked hard to give fans of the franchise another mecha-based combat title to sink their teeth into. Only time will tell if Armored Core 6 can improve where its predecessor failed.
Warhaven Excites As Another Free to Play Title
In less than a month, on September 22, Warhaven will arrive for gamers to enjoy, as well as traverse the big-team PVP title. The Nexon developed product will include intense forms of melee combat, horse back riding, and a plethora of armor options. It is definitely a title any fan of medieval war games will want to try when it finally arrives.
More Gore From Mortal Kombat 1 Pushes Forward the Final Act for Day One
Ed Boon, creator of Mortal Kombat, arrived on the scene and in typical fashion brought excited MK1 fans some of the best content of the event. There was blood, fatalities, story teases, and of course Boon introduced more fighters for the roster. The exciting trailer is just the tip the iceberg for the game, so expect more news to flourish as Gamescom 2023 is just getting stared. Make sure to check out our article below for more information on the trailer release.
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Ara: History Untold Will Give Gamers All the Power in 2024
If you have a desire to rule nations and change the course of history, while demolishing your rivals, then look no further. Ara: History Untold lets you build your own nation and change history however you like it. The gamer makes all the decisions and it will be up to them to negotiate with the leaders of other nations in this exciting title coming in 2024.
Diablo IV Sizzles With Season of Blood Announcement Trailer
In the world of RPGs, which is becoming increasingly large, Diablo IV has made a name for itself in the industry. Sure there have been some ups and downs and patches required, but players are loving this game. Now there is new content to explore in the form of Season of Blood, set to release on October 17. The trailer showed off some pretty creepy and gory dismemberment, which promises to be perfect before Halloween.
Dustborn Brought Gamers a Reveal Trailer Set in a Divided America
If you’re a gamer who would love a title set in an alternate American timeline, with a cel-shaded art design, and the power of words, then Dustborn is the game for you. In Dustborn, you control Pax, a gifted protagonist who has the ability to weaponize words. Pax is on a journey to deliver a package and has chosen the method of robot driven transport. Not only will the character have to make hard choices along the way, it will also be important to keep your cover as a punk-rock musician.
Thank Goodness You’re Here Title Showed Up to Supply Some Laughs
Thank Goodness You’re Here is a comedy game that feels like something you might have watched on Adult Swim. It was created by developer, Coal Supper, and follows a traveling salesmen as he makes his journey across a strange Northern English town called Barnsworth. It is referred to as a “slapformer,” title and will include missions that vary from cutting the grass to traveling the astral plane.
Last But Not Least, Alan Wake 2 Writes Itself into the Gamescom 2023 History Books
It was inevitable that one of the biggest titles at Gamescom 2023 would bookend Opening Night Live. It appears the extremely anticipated Remedy Entertainment game, Alan Wake 2, was the favored way of ending a great night. The premiere trailer showed off live-action Alan Wake scenes blended together with animation, as the famed author sought to escape the Dark Place. Soon all will be revealed as we try to chip away at the secrets that await. Hopefully more with be uncovered as we keep an eye on Alan Wake 2 this week.
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