Gamescom 2018 starts on Tuesday, August 21. The fair serves as a hub for gamers with plenty of shows, announcements, and gameplay. We have selected 7 highlights that are particularly interesting for fans of online games.
Our focus at Mein-MMO is on multiplayer online games. That will be no different at Gamescom 2018.
We have taken a close look at our biggest games and seen how they will be represented at this year’s gaming fair. In doing so, we found 7 highlights that online gamers should check out.
Fortnite – Comes with a big stage show and its own village
What will be at Fortnite? At the Fortnite booth, you can participate in various activities that are still secret.
It is already known that Epic will set up a large stage where community entertainment will be provided. You will encounter well-known streamers and YouTubers.
What’s special about it? Epic Games has just released Fortnite: Battle Royale, one of the most successful games in the world. You can expect Epic to go all out here.
Last year, there were already many events with cosplayers or a flashy llama rodeo. In the coming days, Epic may reveal more details about the village. However, we expect it to be huge and worth a visit.
Where will Epic be with Fortnite and its village? Hall 8.1, probably hard to miss.
Can we expect new info about Fortnite? Probably not. Epic will mainly be present in the visitor area and has not announced any press conferences or similar events. However, our Fortnite expert Jürgen predicts something big for next week:
Blizzard – WoW and Overwatch in Augmented Reality thanks to an app
What will Blizzard offer? On Blizzard’s main stage, there will be a show on Wednesday (August 22) covering all games. World of Warcraft and Overwatch will be represented. Blizzard will also stream all shows from Wednesday to Sunday via Twitch live. Here you can expect cosplay, concerts, and announcements.
What’s special about it? This year, Blizzard has a companion app that allows you to scan certain things in the Blizzard area. This way, something like an “Overwatch Pachimari Machine” can appear on your smartphone. The app can also be used as a planner.
Where will Blizzard be? Hall 7
Can we expect new info about Blizzard’s games? Yes. It has already been announced that new content for Overwatch will be presented. There are also rumors that a new cinematic for WoW will be released. All Blizzard events are on the main stage on Wednesday, August 22 from 10:30 AM to 3:45 PM.
Destiny 2 – The new PvEvP mode Gambit from Forsaken can be played
What will be at Destiny 2? At Activision, you can try the new hybrid mode “Gambit” on PS4 and PC. This consists of cooperative PvE battles and PvP elements. Two teams of four players each compete against each other in an arena. The goal is to fight enemies and summon a final boss. The first team to defeat the Prime Evil can win one of three match rounds.
What’s special about it? Gambit is part of the largest expansion so far Forsaken, which will be released on September 4. You can get a taste of it well before release. Destiny 2 has gone through a difficult phase and has faced much criticism from the community. Players hope that Destiny 2 will turn things around with this expansion.
Where will Gambit be playable? Hall 7.1, ASUS Stand B2C
Can we expect new info about Destiny 2? Highly likely. Activision announced that there will be some news, and they will share updates on their social media channels throughout Gamescom.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 – Multiplayer will be playable with a new map
What will be at Call of Duty: Black Ops 4? You’ll have the chance to test multiplayer on PC at Activision. Beta testers will have more time and can play on a new map.
What’s special about it? This time, the shooter will have three modes. There will be multiplayer, zombies, and a separate battle royale mode called Blackout.
Where will Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 be playable? Hall 7.1, ASUS Stand B2C
Can we expect new info about Call of Duty: Black Ops 4? Highly likely, as there will also be a big stage show.
Fallout 76 – A giant Vault Boy stands at the entrance of Gamescom
What will be at Fallout 76? Bethesda will focus more on community events. Visitors will find a “Fallout” booth, where they will primarily meet other fans.
What’s special about it? Bethesda has set up a huge Vault Boy that will be worth at least a snapshot. He is located directly at a gas station at Messekreisel 1.
Where will the Fallout booth be located? Between Hall 7 and 8. On Friday (August 24) there will be a large community meeting there at 4 PM.
Can we expect new info about Fallout 76? Probably only sparse information through interviews with media and press.
Fifa 19 – Can be played at over 300 stations and on Switch
What will be at Fifa 19? EA will reveal a lot of new information and details at Gamescom 2018. There will also be a press conference on August 20 at around 6:30 PM, where a new trailer may be unveiled.
Visitors can also play Fifa 19 at Gamescom.
What’s special about it? Fans are probably most excited that Fifa 19 will offer new licenses. All stadiums in FIFA 19 and all leagues in FIFA 19, which we know so far, can be found in the links.
Where will Fifa 19 be playable?
- Hall 6, EA stand – At over 300 stations
- Hall 9, Nintendo – Here Fifa 19 can be tested on Switch
- Hall 5.1, Gamez.de
Can we expect new info about Fifa 19? Yes. Currently, we expect to learn more about career mode, pro clubs, The Journey 3, and licenses. There will likely also be a livestream.
The Division 2 – The sequel can be played for the first time as a demo
What will be at Division 2? Visitors and media will have the opportunity to play Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 for the first time.
What’s special about it? The Division 2 continues the story of the online shooter. The Division 2 takes place in Washington, DC, 6 months after the events of its predecessor. It is finally summer, and a civil war is looming. There will be new heroes, factions, and a dynamic open world.
Where will The Division be playable? Hall 6.1, Ubisoft stand B020
Can we expect new info about The Division 2? Specifically for Division 2, Ubisoft only mentioned the playable demo.
We at Mein-MMO will also be present at Gamescom this year and will surely return with some play reports, interviews, and impressions. Our “home” team will keep an eye on the event streams and Gamescom news for you.
Join us on MAX or in the Gamescom Camp
On MAX – Monsters and Explosions (the joint Twitch channel of our editorial offerings GameStar, GamePro, Mein-MMO, and IGN), we will broadcast daily over nine hours of live programming in various slots from Tuesday, August 21 to Saturday, August 25 under the motto #GCMAX. On Wednesday, among others, Jürgen will appear in the GCMAX show.
For this, we have divided our livestreaming and editorial team. In Cologne, we are again in the Gamescom Camp at the banks of the Rhine; from the studio in Munich, our information team will bring you the games and demos from the fair with detailed analyses directly via stream to your home.
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