gamescom dev 2027
At a glance
- Dates
- August 23–24, 2027 · In 10 months
- Where
- Cologne, Germany
- Format
- in-person
- Primary topic
- Game Development
- Tickets
- See the official site
- Call for papers
- No deadline on record — see the official site
- Organizer
- See official site
- Official link
- Checked on November 9, 2026
Official link last checked: November 9, 2026 · how we verify
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About
gamescom dev is the official developer conference of gamescom. It was known as devcom until its renaming in 2025 and is organised by game events GmbH. It serves game industry professionals across development and business, from small indie teams to AAA studios, along with publishers, service providers, educators and trade bodies. Topics include game design, community management, AI, research and education, and mental health in the industry. The 2027 edition takes place on 23 and 24 August in Cologne, at the Confex conference centre on the Koelnmesse fairgrounds, just before the main gamescom fair. Attendance is restricted to adults. The organisers describe it as Europe's largest event for games industry professionals. The previous edition reported more than two hundred sessions, which places it among the major game development conferences in Germany. The two conference days mix keynotes, talks, roundtables and workshops. A business expo, an indie expo and online and on-site matchmaking support deal-making. Side events and evening parties add further networking. Most sessions are later available on demand to ticket holders. For developers heading to Cologne in August, gamescom dev is a key meeting point for craft, business and community in European games.
FAQ — gamescom dev 2027
When and where does gamescom dev 2027 take place?+
gamescom dev 2027 takes place August 23–24, 2027 in Cologne, Germany.
Is gamescom dev 2027 in-person or online?+
gamescom dev 2027 is an in-person event.
How do I register for gamescom dev 2027?+
Registration and tickets are handled on the official website, dev.gamescom.global. conventions.io links only to the organizer's own domain, last checked November 9, 2026.
What topics does gamescom dev 2027 cover?+
gamescom dev 2027 covers Game Development. gamescom dev is the official developer conference of gamescom.
How many days is gamescom dev 2027?+
gamescom dev 2027 runs for 2 days, August 23–24, 2027.
Travel questions? See Good to know in the travel guide below.
Planning your trip to Cologne
Contains sponsored linksgamescom dev returns to Koelnmesse in late August as the professional prelude to gamescom itself, when Cologne fills with developers, publishers and players from all over the world. Late summer is typically warm, and the whole city feels geared toward the games crowd that week. The fairgrounds sit in Deutz on the right bank of the Rhine, a short walk across the Hohenzollern Bridge from the cathedral and old town, so evenings by the river are easy.
Getting there & around
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) has an S-Bahn link to Koeln Hauptbahnhof in about 15 minutes. Duesseldorf (DUS) offers more long-haul routes and connects by regional or long-distance train in roughly 45 to 60 minutes. Koelnmesse is served by Koeln Messe/Deutz station, one stop from the main station across the Rhine, plus several tram lines. Book accommodation early: gamescom week fills hotels across the region.
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Staying connected
Mobile networks around the fairgrounds come under heavy strain when thousands of attendees arrive at once, and venue Wi-Fi can slow at peak hours. A data eSIM with a generous allowance keeps schedules, meeting apps and messaging working during the busiest stretch. Set up an eSIM with Airalo before you board and you're online the moment you land.
After the sessions
Cologne Cathedral. The twin-spired Gothic landmark right beside the main station, reachable on foot from Koelnmesse over the bridge. Entry to the nave is free; climbing the 533 steps of the south tower is ticketed and takes around 45 minutes. Go early in the day before gamescom crowds arrive.
Hohenzollern Bridge and the Rhine promenade. The railway bridge draped in lovers' padlocks links Deutz to the old town. Walk it at sunset, then follow the left-bank promenade past the Altstadt. The KoelnTriangle viewing platform on the Deutz side offers a panorama of the cathedral skyline.
Museum Ludwig. A major modern-art collection beside the cathedral, strong on Pop Art and Picasso. It is a calm, air-conditioned counterpoint to the show floor. Allow around two hours; closed on Mondays. Tickets on Tiqets →
Chocolate Museum (Schokoladenmuseum). On a peninsula in the Rheinauhafen, with a working production line and a chocolate fountain. It is an easy riverside walk from the old town and takes about 90 minutes. Weekday mornings are quieter than afternoons in August. Tickets on Tiqets →
Good to know
How do I get from Cologne Hauptbahnhof to Koelnmesse?
Take any train one stop across the Rhine to Koeln Messe/Deutz, or walk over the Hohenzollern Bridge in about 15 minutes.
Is it hard to find a hotel during gamescom week?
Yes. Cologne hotels book out months in advance for gamescom, so many attendees stay in Duesseldorf or Bonn and commute by train.
Do I need cash in Germany?
Cards are widely accepted now, but some bars, bakeries and kiosks still prefer cash, so carrying a small amount of euros is sensible.
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