Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 Live Coverage – All the news as it happens
All the news, rumors, speculation, and leaks ahead of Gamescom ONL 2026
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 has officially arrived, and we've got over two hours of reveals, announcements, news, and trailers to look forward to from the latest and greatest video games and video game adaptations. And the Muppets, probably, if host Geoff Keighley has anything to say about it.
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We'll be running through all of the expectations ahead of the annual gaming event before pivoting to live coverage as it happens, but Gamescom ONL typically keeps its metaphoric cards close to its chest barring unexpected leaks. There is, however, plenty to already be excited about just based on what we know to be making an appearance and what we can make some educated guesses about.
Rollin is the US Managing Editor at GamesRadar+. With over 18 years of online journalism experience, Rollin has helped provide coverage of gaming and entertainment for brands like IGN, Inverse, and more. He regularly handles event live blogs for GamesRadar+, providing timely information about everything from new announcements to trailers to reactions.
What time is Gamescom Opening Night Live?
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 kicks off at the following times:
- 11AM PT
- 2PM ET
- 7PM UK
- 8PM CEST
(It is worth noting that Gamescom ONL also features a pre-show that begins 30 minutes prior to the official start time.)
Gamescom: ONL 2026 Live Updates
The Witcher 3 DLC makes itself known
While there's plenty we don't know about Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026, one of the bigger reveals that is known about is that CD Projekt Red will be presenting the first good look at The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past, the upcoming expansion to the now-classic RPG created alongside Fool's Theory.
The expectation is that the new expansion will serve as connective tissue between The Witcher 3 and The Witcher 4, but exactly how that'll work remains to be seen. "[P]layers can once again take on the role of Geralt of Rivia and embark on a brand-new adventure before heading out on the Path as Ciri in the upcoming The Witcher 4," the official website reads in part.
Given The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past is set to launch in 2027 for PS5, Xbox Series X, and PC, it seems unlikely that we'll get a release date – unless it's for something like January, which isn't entirely impossible. A man can dream!
What are you hoping to see at Gamescom ONL 2026?
We're still a couple of hours away from Gamescom ONL actually starting, so there's still time to sit and consider what it is that you actually want out of what is – let's be honest – one big advertisement. The Game Awards at least has the smokescreen of presenting awards; Gamescom ONL is a convention kickoff event.
With that in mind, what is it that you find most interesting from an event like Gamescom Opening Night Live? World premieres? New trailers? Release date announcements? Let us know!
