Gamescom 2025 saw an attendance of 357,000 visitors

Gamescom 2025 achieved unprecedented attendance, attracting 357,000 visitors from 128 nations, a 6.5% rise over last year's figures. An extra hall was added for entertainment, alongside expanded indie and outdoor areas.

The 2024 event had welcomed 335,000 attendees at Koelnmesse in Cologne.

This year's event featured 1,568 exhibitors from 72 nations, with international exhibitors accounting for 70%. Forty pavilions represented 35 nations, with countries like Thailand, Dubai, and Kyrgyzstan participating for the first time.

Trade visitor numbers reached 34,000, with notable growth from the US, China, Canada, and Japan.

Digital content engagement also surged, with over 630 million viewers tuning in on Saturday night, marking a 105% increase over last year. Gamescom Opening Night Live attracted 72 million viewers, the highest in the event's history.

Felix Falk, managing director of the German Games Industry Association, stated, "Gamescom 2025 sets new standards," noting its expanded diversity and international presence.

Gerald Böse, president and CEO of Koelnmesse, remarked that Gamescom 2025 has established a benchmark for global events, featuring 1,568 exhibitors across a total exhibition space of 233,000 square meters.

He added that with record accomplishments in almost every category and its broad variety of experiences, Gamescom holds a vital place in the global gaming community.

Devcom 2025 also had a significant increase in attendance, rising by 6% from 2024 to reach 5,400 participants. In October, the event will be renamed to Gamescom Dev.