Gamescom returns as a combined online/online event this August, and the seasons have begun to fall apart — and in some cases, out of place. Although several major publishers have pulled out of what is believed to be the biggest conference in gaming, Ubisoft has confirmed that they will be at the show.
Ubisoft’s attendance is notable as other studios like Nintendo, Sony, Take-Two and Activision all skipped this year’s show. While there is no confirmed attendee list, THQ Nordic will also be in attendance and plans to reveal four unannounced games.
As for what Ubisoft has in store, we know it plans to discuss the future of Assassin’s Creed during its own special event in September, so we probably won’t learn anything substantial about the next major entry at Gamescom. Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake recently switched development teams, so it also doesn’t appear to reappear. We do see Skull & Bones, development that Ubisoft describes as “well” progressing. this early year? Splinter Cell Remake? Beyond Good & Evil 2? We’ll have to tune in to find out.
Gamescom takes place from August 24 to 28 in Cologne, Germany, at the Koelnmesse Convention Center. The event kicks off on August 23 with Opening Night Live, a massive showcase of gameplay trailers, reveals, and announcements hosted by Geoff Keighley.
