Xbox is marking its 25th anniversary with a major presence at Gamescom 2026 in Cologne, Germany. The company will host live broadcasts and on-site demos from August 26 to 30. This event matters to players because it reveals the first playable look at several upcoming titles. Gamers can experience these games directly at the booth or watch remotely.
Microsoft reveals booth details and playable titles for anniversary event
The Xbox booth will occupy Hall 7 at the Koelenmesse venue. Microsoft plans to set up 140 gaming stations for attendees. Visitors can play 25 upcoming games during the event. The lineup includes Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Gears of War: E-Day, Halo: Campaign Evolved, and Fable.
- Booth Location: Hall 7, booth A-0.61
- Booth Features: 25 upcoming games, 140 gaming stations
- Event Dates: August 26 to 30, 2026
- Event Location: Koelenmesse in Cologne, Germany
Xbox FanFest will take place at the booth on August 26. This special event commemorates 25 years of the Xbox brand. The booth location is clearly marked as A-0.61 in Hall 7. Attendees can find the setup easily within the exhibition center.
For those unable to travel to Germany, Xbox will stream the event online. Live broadcasts will start at 4:00 p.m. CEST on Wednesday, August 26. Additional streaming will occur on Thursday, August 27. The streams will air on YouTube and Twitch platforms.
Xbox confirms its Gamescom 2026 schedule and booth details. The event runs from August 26 to 30 in Cologne. Players can visit the booth or watch live streams. The announcement highlights the company's anniversary and upcoming game releases.
Source: Xbox, Gematsu
