What Games Are Expected on Gamescom ONL

Gamescom 2025 is one of the most anticipated gaming events of the year, and soon fans will be able to attend the largest gaming exhibition in Europe. The event kicks off on Tuesday, August 19, with Geoff Keighley hosting the long-awaited Opening Night Live (ONL). Following the show, the traditional Future Games Show will take place, while later in the week Xbox and Bethesda will hold their presentations. Many new game announcements are expected at Gamescom 2025, and in this blog we’ll highlight the most important ones.

Top Games to Watch at Gamescom Opening Night Live

As mentioned above, Gamescom 2025 will feature a huge number of exciting announcements, and while not all titles have been revealed yet, several long-awaited games have been confirmed for ONL. Here are some of the biggest names guaranteed to make waves in the gaming industry.

The Outer Worlds 2

Obsidian is offering a packed year with Avowed, Grounded 2, and now The Outer Worlds 2, set to launch in October. At Gamescom, Microsoft plans a “cinematic presentation” showcasing one of the dystopian, corporation-controlled settings, combining themes of propaganda, loyalty, and history in its satirical sci-fi world. The Outer Worlds 2 is certain to be among the top action/RPG releases this year.

Onimusha: Way of the Sword

Onimusha: Way of the Sword is quite a bold choice for this list, but judging from previous announcements, the project promises high quality. Capcom is reviving the Onimusha series with Way of the Sword. Unlike many modern action games, the gameplay will focus on precise swordplay and cinematic combat reminiscent of Ghost of Tsushima. Fans hope Gamescom will finally provide an extended look at actual gameplay.

Resident Evil Requiem

Another Capcom title will be featured at Gamescom 2025 ONL. Resident Evil Requiem is highly anticipated by fans of the franchise. The game returns players to Raccoon City, introducing FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft, and will combine both first-person and third-person perspectives. Following the success of Resident Evil Village and the remake of Resident Evil 4, fans eagerly await to see how the next entry will evolve the series.

World of Warcraft: Midnight

A true classic will also appear at Gamescom 2025. Blizzard is set to reveal a new trailer for its upcoming expansion World of Warcraft: Midnight. Besides story details, fans are expecting hints at long-requested features, such as player housing and the reconstruction of iconic cities from The Burning Crusade. The trailer is expected to be top-quality, aiming to evoke nostalgia for veterans while laying the foundation for WoW’s next era.

Silent Hill F

Konami is striving to keep up with competitors, presenting new updates for Silent Hill F with a fresh trailer at ONL. This installment shifts the series toward Japanese-style horror, featuring artist Spirit Hunter’s Kera and Higurashi When They Cry creator Ryukishi07. With the September release approaching, the Gamescom showcase will be both intriguing and important for Silent Hill fans.

Additional Games Expected at Gamescom 2025

Beyond the obvious titles above, fans can also look forward to several other major releases and showcases. Among more than a hundred games at Gamescom 2025, these are worth paying attention to:

• Borderlands 4 – Playable again following a recent preview.
• Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 – A first real look at this year’s CoD installment.
• Pragmata – Capcom’s ambitious project resurfaces ahead of its 2026 release.
• Where Winds Meet – An open-world RPG often compared to Genshin Impact with superior combat.
• Little Nightmares 3 – Featuring two-player co-op under Supermassive Games.
• Ninja Gaiden 4 – A new chapter in the iconic action series.
• Lords of the Fallen sequel – Officially teased for Opening Night Live.
• Cronos: The New Dawn – A fresh horror title from Bloober Team.

As you can see, there are plenty of major releases lined up, so we strongly recommend not missing Gamescom 2025 ONL.

Final Thoughts

With more than 100 games, Gamescom 2025 ONL is sure to be one of the best gaming events of the year. Players can expect a bunch of long-awaited sequels, new surprises from Capcom, Blizzard and Konami, and a bunch of high-quality trailers and presentations. No matter what genre you're a fan of, Gamescom 2025 will have something for every gamer.