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Two-Hour Trailers Set the Stage for Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026
gaming4 days ago

Two-Hour Trailers Set the Stage for Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026

Gamescom's Opening Night Live 2026 kicks off Aug. 25 at Koelnmesse in Cologne, hosted by Geoff Keighley. The two-hour trailer showcase starts at 8:00 PM CEST (11:00 AM PT / 2:00 PM ET in the U.S.) with a 30-minute pre-show, and will be streamed live on YouTube and Twitch. Eight titles are confirmed to appear: The Witcher 3: Songs of the Past, Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day, Ananta, Tides of Annihilation, Metro 2039, Game of Thrones: War for Westeros, and Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons, with more announcements likely as the lineup remains largely a mystery.

FFVII Remake Part 3 Tops SGF 2026 Agenda, Kojima Expected to Take the Stage
games2 months ago

FFVII Remake Part 3 Tops SGF 2026 Agenda, Kojima Expected to Take the Stage

Geoff Keighley’s Summer Game Fest 2026 in LA runs about two hours and streams on YouTube and Twitch, with tickets long sold out; while big reveals aren’t guaranteed, Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 is the strongest rumor, joined by potential drops like Persona 6 and Star Wars: Zero Company, plus a likely Kojima appearance and ongoing live‑service teases, though heavy hitters like GTA 6 and Half-Life 3 are considered unlikely.

Geoff Keighley Sparks SGF 2026 Hype One Month Before the Livestream
technology3 months ago

Geoff Keighley Sparks SGF 2026 Hype One Month Before the Livestream

Geoff Keighley kicks off SGF 2026 hype with a trailer that recaps recent releases and teases future reveals, highlighting Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve, and Control Resonant, while fueling buzz around Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 and GTA 6. The show is positioned as a potential major replacement for E3, with an Xbox Games Showcase and Sony’s State of Play likely to follow in the same window.

Industry Defends Keighley as Highguard's Struggles Highlight Wider Instability
gaming6 months ago

Industry Defends Keighley as Highguard's Struggles Highlight Wider Instability

After Highguard's launch woes and mass layoffs at Wildlight following its Game Awards reveal, industry voices argue Geoff Keighley isn’t to blame for the game’s troubles, pointing to broader economic instability in the industry. Keighley defended giving Highguard exposure, while critics noted issues like the map size and early PC server problems; remaining Wildlight staff face uncertainty about delivering the 2026 content calendar amid the layoffs.

technology7 months ago

Keighley Denies Hidden Stake in Highguard Amid Online Speculation

Geoff Keighley publicly rejected online rumors that he has a financial stake in Wildlight's free-to-play shooter Highguard after its Game Awards reveal; Wildlight's Dusty Welch and Epic Games’ Mark Rein defended him, highlighting his support for indie games. Highguard launched with strong early activity and a year-one roadmap, financed by microtransactions but without loot boxes or ads.

gaming7 months ago

Highguard Finale Slot Wasn’t Paid, Sparks Game Awards Debate

Insider Gaming reports that Highguard’s Game Awards finale reveal wasn’t paid for by Wildlight; Forbes’ Paul Tassi cited claims that the finale slot was secured by the show or Geoff Keighley, amid skyrocketing trailer costs (finale spots around $500,000). The all‑new shooter drew mixed reactions, with many feeling the reveal harmed hype as the game nears its launch in nine days.

The Game Awards 2024: Start Time, Nominees, and Live Updates
entertainment1 year ago

The Game Awards 2024: Start Time, Nominees, and Live Updates

The 2024 Game Awards, marking its tenth anniversary, will air tonight with the pre-show starting at 7:30 ET and the main event at 8:00 ET. The event, often compared to the Oscars for the gaming industry, is expected to feature major world premieres and announcements, potentially including teasers for games releasing in 2026 or later. The show can be watched on YouTube and Twitch, and is anticipated to surpass last year's record-breaking viewership. Speculation includes possible appearances by industry figures like Valve's Gabe Newell, though major titles like GTA 6 are unlikely to be revealed.

Game Awards 2024: Highlights, Predictions, and Rumors
entertainment1 year ago

Game Awards 2024: Highlights, Predictions, and Rumors

The Game Awards 2024, celebrating its 10th anniversary, will take place on December 12 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, hosted by Geoff Keighley. The event will feature the announcement of winners across 30 categories, alongside new game trailers and world premieres. Notable nominees include "Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree" and "Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth." The show will also feature performances by artists like Snoop Dogg and Twenty One Pilots, and appearances by industry figures such as Hideo Kojima and Todd Howard.