Big Reveals and Surprises at gamescom Opening Night Live 2025

gamescom Opening Night Live 2025 is where gamers get a first look at what's coming next in the world of video games. This year's event is packed with big announcements and exciting trailers. Geoff Keighley, the well-known host, is back to guide us through the night. Before the event, Keighley shared a sneak peek of some games that will be shown. These include The Outer Worlds 2, Ninja Gaiden 4, and World of Warcraft: Midnight. Sony is bringing Ghost of Yotei, an exclusive for the PlayStation 5. Konami is also making a comeback with Silent Hill f, and there's a special music performance by Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. But that's not all! Game Science is bringing Black Myth: Wukong to the show. Fans are hoping for some big news about the game, like a release date or new DLC. Lords of the Fallen 2 is also set to be revealed during the event. Team Cherry gave fans a small but sweet piece of news: Hollow Knight: Silksong will finally be released in 2025. It's a game that many have been waiting for, so this news is a big deal. Atari is bringing back Bubsy with a new game called Bubsy 4D. It's a fresh take on the old platforming series, but there's no release date yet. Night Dive Studios is remastering the classic game Outlaws, giving it a new look while keeping its retro feel. He-Man fans have something to look forward to as well. Limited Run Games is releasing He-Man and Masters of the Universe: Dragon Pearl of Destruction, a beat-'em-up action game. Absolum, a new roguelite beat 'em up from Dotemu, also showed off a new trailer. It looks like a fantasy game worth checking out, and it's coming out on October 9. From the creators of Ghostrunner, Valor Mortis is a new action title set during the Napoleonic Wars. You play as a French soldier brought back from the dead to fight twisted monsters. PVKK is another new game revealed at the event. It's a unique take on war, with a British accent and a big defense cannon. It's set to release in summer 2026. Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 was also revealed, set in a dystopian world in 2035. The trailer showed clips of David Mason and his team fighting in different locations around the world. It looks intense and full of action. If you want to watch the event, check out IGN's guide on how to tune in and what to expect.