Gamescom 2026 featured major announcements including a free Witcher 3 remaster and Final Fantasy VII Revelation, attracting 5,000 attendees to the opening ceremony. The gaming sector faces structural challenges: nearly 10,000 job losses since January, soaring console prices due to AI chip demand, and a crowded release calendar.
Gamescom opens with Final Fantasy, Witcher in focus amid industry turmoil
Nearly 10,000 gaming industry workers have lost jobs since January 2026, with projections reaching 15,000 layoffs by year-end.