23.08.2024 | gamescom congress 2024 closes with record figures

The gamescom congress in Cologne on 22 August 2024 was more diverse, international and larger than ever before. 150 experts from all over the world impressively demonstrated in 70 sessions on eight stages how social, economic and technological progress can be spurred on by games.

07.08.2024 | gamescom congress 2024 presents programme

gamescom congress 2024 shows that games offer much more than just great entertainment. In a wide-ranging programme, more than 100 speakers from all over the world will present the social, economic and technological opportunities that games offer for our future in over 60 programme items.

26.06.2024 | Tickets available now: Lots of news at the gamescom congress

More variety of topics, a new venue and even better networking for guests: the gamescom congress in Cologne on 22 August 2024 presents numerous innovations. While the latest games are the stars at gamescom, the accompanying gamescom congress will demonstrate in a multifaceted way that there is much more to games than just thrilling entertainment.

29.05.2024 | Call for Submissions: gamescom congress 2024 is looking for topics and speakers

Society, business, science, education and culture benefit from the creativity and expertise of the games industry in a variety of ways. This makes games a major driver for innovation that contributes to our democratic society.

25.08.2023 | gamescom congress 2023 showcases the innovative power of video games

The gamescom congress inspired its audience with a great variety of topics on Thursday, August 24, 2023. More than 100 experts from Germany and abroad showed how video games can drive innovation and contribute to our world of tomorrow in 50 talks, panels and workshops.

17.08.2023 | Get your tickets now: Hightlights of gamescom congress 2023

With 100 experts from Germany and abroad, the gamescom congress on August 24 is the leading conference on the social, economic and technological potential of computer games in Europe.

02.08.2023 | Expert talks from over 90 speakers from Germany and abroad confirmed for gamescom congress 2023

More than 90 experts from Germany and abroad are anticipated at gamescom congress on August 24, 2023. Via captivating talks and panels in Cologne and online, they will present the many ways in which games and game technologies can enrich the world of tomorrow.

20.07.2023 | Get your tickets for gamescom congress 2023 now!

Tickets for gamescom congress are available now. Europe's leading conference about the potential of video games for social, economic, and technological progress demonstrates the ways in which all economic and cultural areas can benefit from games and game technologies.

23.06.2023 | Submit topics for the gamescom congress 2023 now!

The potential for economic, technological, and social progress of games is demonstrated nowhere as broadly as at the gamescom congress. From artificial intelligence to industrial applications to use in schools: everyone benefits from the proficiency of the games industry. Topic proposals for the gamescom congress on 24 August 2023 can now be submitted.

26.08.2022 | gamescom congress 2022 shows the potential of games

The 14th edition of the gamescom congress on Thursday, 25 August 2022, has been met with wide enthusiasm by covering a broad range of topics and having great speakers. After two digital editions, the congress welcomed around 800 visitors on site in Cologne.

18.08.2022 | Get your tickets now: Highlights at gamescom congress 2022

More than 80 international speakers, top politicians on site and numerous strong partners make the gamescom congress on 25 August 2022 unique! From various perspectives, the congress shows that there is much more to computer games than entertainment.

19.07.2022 | Ticket shop online: Get your gamescom congress 2022 ticket now!

The gamescom congress opens its doors for trade visitors. After two digital editions, the congress will take place again with an audience on site in Cologne on 25 August 2022. Numerous international guests are expected. Tickets can be purchased now at www.gamescom-congress.de.

20.08.2021 | gamescom congress on August 26 and 27, 2021 highlights potential of computer games

How can computer games promote learning in everyday school life? Where are games driving innovation in industry and healthcare? What role do games play in social interaction? These and other topics will be the focus of the gamescom congress on August 26 and 27, 2021.

27.08.2020 | gamescom congress 2020 completely online and completely free

Due to the restrictions imposed by the Corona p andemic, the gamescom congress will take place on Friday, 28 August 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 7 :00 p.m. completely online and free of charge.

22.08.2019 | Sold out gamescom congress 2019

103 speakers from all over the world, 48 programme items and around 900 guests at Europe's leading conference on the potential of computer games. The political talk "Debatt(l)e Royale" with top politicians from the CDU, SPD, FDP, Die Linke and Bündnis 90/Die Grünen attracted the audience.

14.08.2019 | Countdown to gamescom congress 2019

The complete programme of this year's gamescom congress on 21 August 2019 has been finalised!

09.07.2019 | gamescom congress 2019 starts ticket sale

ickets for this year's event on 21 August 2019 can now be purchased at www.gamescom-congress.com. With the Early Bird rate available until 10 July, it’s recommended to act now as the congress has been consistently sold out over the past few years.