It feels like only yesterday that E3 2019 wrapped up, and we`re already gearing up for the next big gaming event of the year: Gamescom 2019.Gamescom is held every year in Cologne, Germany. This year`s key date is August 20, when the show kicks off. However, as is the norm with Gamescom, that day is for press and trade visitors only; members of the public can get in from the day after, Wednesday, August 21. The last show day is Saturday, August 24.This year the event will be kicked off with a new livestream named Gamescom: Opening Night Live. This presentation will be hosted by Geoff Keighley and will include `announcements from major game publishers and independent developers, world premieres of new game footage and special guest appearances from the stars of the gaming industry.` The show will be streamed live on August 19 from 8 PM CEST / 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET / 7 PM BST (4 AM AET on August 20).This year is Gamescom`s 10th anniversary. Over 370,000 people from around the globe attend each year, making it the world`s biggest gaming convention. Let us know what you`re looking forward to seeing at Gamescom in the comments!
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