Gamescom Opening Night Live 2023 has commenced, showcasing a wide array of previously announced games, along with a few new additions and even a movie trailer, all packed into a two-hour event. From highly anticipated titles like Starfield, Rebel Moon, Mortal Kombat 1, and Alan Wake 2, there was something for every gamer during the show. To ensure you don’t miss out on any of the big announcements, trailers, and reveals, this roundup has gathered them all in one place.
We’re curious to know what you were most excited about at Opening Night Live and if there was anything you were hoping to see that wasn’t featured. Let us know in the comments below! And don’t forget to tune in to IGN’s gamescom studio show on August 23, where you can catch interviews with industry heavyweights, such as Phil Spencer, Zack Snyder, and Geoff Keighley, along with new glimpses of Alan Wake 2, Hellboy Web of Wyrd, Assassin’s Creed: Codename Jade, The Plucky Squire, Dungeons of Hinterberg, and more.
During the event, Starfield premiered a live-action trailer, providing a glimpse into the spacefaring adventures to come. The director of Starfield, Todd Howard, also appeared on stage to share more details about Bethesda’s first new universe in over 25 years and showcase gameplay footage.
Zack Snyder unveiled the explosive first trailer for Rebel Moon at gamescom Opening Night Live 2023, announcing that Part 1: A Child of Fire will be released on Netflix on December 22, 2023, followed by Part 2: The Scargiver on April 19, 2024.
Fans of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 were treated to an extended gameplay trailer showcasing the first level, Operation 627. The game will transport players back to Verdansk, the iconic setting of the original Warzone. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is set to release on November 10, 2023.
Alan Wake 2, scheduled for release on October 17, 2023, took center stage at gamescom, providing a glimpse into “the dark place,” a dream reality that emerges from the protagonist’s mind. The game seamlessly integrates live-action footage into gameplay, adding to its mysterious and surreal atmosphere.
Diablo 4 announced its second season, named Season of Blood, starting on October 17, 2023. The new season introduces a vampire hunter companion named Erys, voiced by Gemma Chan. Players can expect a new questline, Vampiric Powers, additional endgame bosses, improved inventory management, and more.
Mortal Kombat 1 unveiled two new fighters, Sindel and General Shao, through a gameplay trailer at Opening Night Live. Motaro and Shujinko will also join the roster as Kameo characters.
Bandai Namco announced that Tekken 8 will officially release on January 26, 2024, for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. The new trailer showcased the game’s single-player mode, paying homage to the nostalgic arcade era.
Assassin’s Creed Mirage presented a new gameplay trailer, highlighting its ninth-century Baghdad setting and featuring a full Arabic voiceover. The game will be released on October 5, 2023.
Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty revealed a new gameplay trailer, offering a glimpse into the game’s dangerous new district, questlines, revamped combat system, and various other improvements that will be part of the upcoming free 2.0 update.
SEGA announced that Sonic Superstars will be released on October 17, 2023, accompanied by a new gameplay trailer showcasing local co-op and the online Battle Mode.
Sonic Frontiers will receive a free update called The Final Horizon, introducing a new story, playable characters, and challenges later this year.
Quantic Dream announced their publishing partnership with Red Thread Games for Dustborn, a narrative-driven action-adventure game set in an alternate version of America, focusing on themes of hope, love, friendships, and the power of words.
Panic Inc., the publisher behind Untitled Goose Game, unveiled their new game Thank Goodness You’re Here, featuring a distinct hand-drawn art style and quirky gameplay moments.
Little Nightmares 3 was officially announced with a spooky trailer showcasing co-op gameplay. The team also announced the release of a new podcast series called The Sounds of Nightmares.
Black Myth: Wukong received a new trailer, showcasing its action-packed gameplay and atmospheric world.
Marvel Snap has exited early access and is now available on Steam, with a celebratory trailer.
The medieval fighter Warhaven will be released on September 21, 2023, featuring chaotic 16v16 multiplayer battles.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink revealed a new trailer and confirmed its release date for February 1, 2023, on PS5, PS4, and PC.
Nightingale, the Victorian gaslamp fantasy-themed survival crafting game, released a new trailer at Opening Night Live without specifying a release date.
Overall, gamescom Opening Night Live 2023 delivered a captivating showcase of upcoming games and movies, leaving fans excited for what’s to come in the gaming world.