Summer proves to be a bustling period for game studios and developers alike. Between June and August, a multitude of gaming showcases, presentations, and special broadcasts dedicated to the latest in the gaming industry are anticipated. In this article, we've gathered the key events of this summer and the channels where you can catch them live.
June 7 — Summer Game Fest 2024
Summer Game Fest 2024 will be broadcast live from the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles. Tune in for an exclusive first look at some of the most eagerly awaited games and discover what's on the horizon for the video game industry. This two-hour, cross-platform live event will feature game announcements, trailers, and more, all presented before an audience of thousands of fans. According to rumors, one of the main topics of the show could be the official announcement of Borderlands 4.
June 8 — Future Game Show Summer 2024
The Future Games Show is a digital event highlighting the most thrilling games of 2024 and beyond. The showcase will include exclusive trailers, announcements, and in-depth looks at various titles, from indie gems to AAA blockbusters. Partners announced include Behavior Interactive/Supermassive Games, Black Salt Games, NetEase, and Secret Mode.
- Broadcasts: YouTube
June 8 — Latin American Games Showcase
Get ready for an epic Summer Game Fest edition of the Latin American Games Showcase. 70+ games from all around Latin America, including exclusive announcements and world premieres!
- Broadcasts: YouTube
June 8 — Women-Led Games Showcase
The annual Women-led Games showcase celebrates the talented women in the gaming industry, spotlighting innovative games from studios led by women or with predominantly female teams. Our goal is to showcase the remarkable contributions of women in gaming and champion their efforts to foster a more inclusive and equitable gaming landscape.
- Broadcasts: YouTube
June 9 — Xbox Games Showcase + COD Black Ops 6 Direct
The Xbox Games Showcase will present around 30 games from Activision, Blizzard, Bethesda, Xbox Game Studios, and other Microsoft-owned studios. Reports suggest that the event will also unveil the first teaser for the new Xbox handheld console. Following the Xbox Games Showcase, there will be a COD Black Ops 6 Direct presentation, where developers will provide updates on the game. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is anticipated to be available on Game Pass on its release day, scheduled for fall 2024.
June 9 — PC Gaming Show 2024
The PC Gaming Show is an annual event showcasing the latest games for PC, organized by the editorial team at PC Gamer. This year marks the conference's 10th anniversary, and it will feature over 70 new games. The event will be hosted by Mica Burton, Sean “Day [9]” Plott, and Frankie Ward.
June 10 — Ubisoft Forward 2024
Ubisoft's main gaming showcase of the year will feature detailed updates on announced projects, unveil new titles, and provide development insights on existing games. Ubisoft Forward is expected to reveal significant details about Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Star Wars Outlaws, XDefiant, Beyond Good & Evil 20th Anniversary Edition, the new Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon, and Far Cry 7.
June 2024 — Nintendo Direct 2024
The specific date for Nintendo Direct 2024 hasn't been revealed, but Shuntaro Furukawa, the company's president, hinted on X (formerly Twitter) that it will occur in June. This event is anticipated to highlight Nintendo's forthcoming game releases for the remainder of 2024. However, fans shouldn't anticipate any updates regarding the Nintendo Switch 2, as Furukawa has already preemptively clarified rumors.
August 2 — THQ Nordic Digital Showcase
At the THQ Nordic Digital Showcase, viewers can expect the company to reveal information about Gothic 1 Remake, provide updates on Titan Quest II, and discuss various other projects. Developers have teased fans with the promise of "some surprises" to anticipate eagerly.
August 20 — gamescom: Opening Night Live 2024
On August 20, 2024, the opening night celebration of gamescom returns to Cologne for a spectacular in-person event in front of thousands of fans at Koelnmesse, and streamed to millions of fans worldwide online. Hosted and produced by Geoff Keighley (The Game Awards), gamescom Opening Night Live will feature new game announcements, trailer/gameplay reveals and more.