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Summer 2024 has started and ‘tis the season for gaming showcases and events. While this year will look different withoutE3, it doesn’t mean it won’t deliver quality events courtesy of gaming’s biggest companies.
It’s no secret that Summer has been the ideal season for video game studios and publishers to showcase their new and upcoming games for the year and beyond. E3 popularized the mass flock of companies holding conferences to generate hype for titles, and whilenow gone as of early this year, the tradition holds true, though now not restricted to a single week.
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This schedule will be updated as more showcases and events are revealed and/or given dates and times. Not all dates and times are final and subject to change.
All Confirmed Gaming Showcases and Events for Summer 2024
Event/Showcase
PlayStation State of Play
3 p.m. PT/ 6 p.m. ET/ 12 a.m. CET
Guerilla Collective Online Showcase
10 a.m. PT/ 1 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. CET
Access-Ability Summer Showcase
8 a.m. PT/ 11 a.m. ET/ 5 p.m. CET
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT/ 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. CET
Summer Game Fest
2 p.m. PT/ 5 p.m. ET/11 p.m. CET
Day of the Devs Summer Games Fest Edition
Directly after Summer Game Fest
Devolver Direct
5 p.m. PT/ 8 p.m. ET/ 2 a.m. CET
Wholesome Direct
9 a.m. PT/ 12 p.m. ET/ 6 p.m. CET
Summer Game Fest: Latin American Games Showcase
Summer Game Fest: Women-Led Games
11:30 a.m. PT/ 2:30 p.m. ET/ 8:30 p.m. CET
Future Games Show: Summer Showcase
12 p.m. PT/ 3 p.m. ET/ 9 p.m. CET
Xbox Games Showcase + Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Direct
PC Gaming Show
1 p.m. PT/ 4 p.m. ET/ 10 p.m. CET
Ubisoft Forward
Nintendo Direct
7 a.m. PT/ 10 a.m. ET/ 4 p.m. CET
THQ Nordic Showcase
Gamescom 2024 Opening Night Live
May 30 (State of Play)
PlayStation State of Play @ 3 p.m. PT/ 6 p.m. ET/ 12 a.m. CET
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Getting an early and sudden start to the Summer 2024 events is PlayStation with their Direct-style presentation calledState of Play. For this one,according to PlayStation Blog, 14 games from PlayStation VR2 and PlayStation 5, including titles from PlayStation Studios, will be highlighted. While no specific mentions were given for certain games, we can expect one or two first-party IP to show up, like Concord orMarathon. The State of Play will run for around 30 minutes and is sure to start things off quite nicely.
June 6 (Guerrila Collective)
Guerrilla Collective Online Showcase @ 10 a.m. PT/ 1 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. CET
Starting off in 2020, indie showcaseGuerrilla Collectivewill host both an online presentation, as well as an onsite event in Los Angeles the following day for its fifth show. While details on what games will be in attendance are scarce, past showcases have included titles such asRemnant IIandChildren of the Sun. It’s sure to hit that sweet indie spot for fans of the genre who want to see what’s next for some of their favorite (and soon to be favorite) developers.
June 7 (Access-Ability, Summer Game Fest, Day of the Devs, Devolver Direct)
Access-Ability Summer Showcase @ 8 a.m. PT/ 11 a.m. ET/ 5 p.m. CET
Returning for a second year,Access-Ability Summer Showcaseaims to highlight disabled game developers and the games they created or are creating. Hosted by creator Laura Kate Dale, the presentation plans to have reveals, discussions and surprises, as well as studios Playtonic (Yooka-Laylee), Whitethorn Games (Botany Manor) and Fiction Factory Games (Arcade Spirits). At the end of the day, Access-Ability Summer Showcase wants viewers to know that the games shown will be accessible for them to play no matter what.
Summer Game Fest @ 2 p.m. PT/ 5 p.m. ET/11 p.m. CET
Geoff Keighley’s answer to the now-gone E3, Summer Game Fest plans to fill that void with a live show full of the industry’s best and brightest. The celebration of gaming has grown tremendously since its start in 2020, with previous years featuring big names such asElden Ring,Final Fantasy VII RebirthandThe Last of Us Part 1. As of now, 55 studios are joining Geoff’s big bash like 2K, ATLUS, PlayStation and Capcom, just to name a few.
Already confirmed games that’ll appear include ATLUS’Metaphor: ReFantazio, Warner Bros’ Batman: Arkham Shadow and an unknown 2K franchise title (likely eitherMafiaorBioShock). Unfortunately, Geoff Keighley has confirmed games likeKingdom Hearts IV,Grand Theft Auto VI, andJudaswill not be in attendance. Despite all that, the showcase will be a highlight of the Summer season and a powerhouse showing for all genres, from AAA to indie.
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Day of the Devs Summer Game Fest Edition @ after Summer Game Fest
Directly after the main presentation at Summer Game Fest,Day of the Devs, a celebration of indies, will live stream. Double Fine Games and iam8bit return to showcase the best in indies from new and seasoned veterans in the industry allfor the sake of charity. Past games shown at Day of the Devs are games such as Crow Country, Animal Well and Sea of Stars, just to name a few. It has grown in popularity thanks to it being a beacon for the next best indies, so It’s sure to have heavy hitters this time around.
Devolver Direct @ 5 p.m. PT/ 8 p.m. ET/ 2 a.m. CET
What’s Summer gaming season without Devolver Digital and its crazy presentations? This year, it’sthe company’s 15th anniversary, and with that, it’s mascot Volvy’s 15th birthday (despite only appearing last year)! To celebrate, viewers will be treated to updates on some of Devolver Digital’s upcoming titles, as well as new reveals. Past titles announced includeCult of the LambandInscryption. And, of course, prepare yourself forsome insane antics, as the company loves to mix it up with its conference parodies.
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June 7-9 (IGN Live)
IGN Live @ 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. PT/ 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. CET
With many events happening over a few days, many want a concentrated stream to watch all of it. Luckily, IGN Live provides that and more, streaming the big events as well as reveals and segments of their own. For example, the in-person and online festival will have looks atFunko Fusion,Squirrel with a Gunand Yars Rising. Plus, interviews with the cast of thelive-action Borderlands, Sonic Team head Takashi Iizuka, Xbox head Phil Spencer and gaming icon Stig Asmusson (Star Wars Jediseries, 2018’sGod of War).
June 8 (Future of Play, Wholesome, SGF: LAGS, SGF:WLG, Future Games Showcase)
Future of Play Direct @ 8 a.m. PT/ 11 a.m. ET/ 5 p.m. CET
Looking for a showcase with a Toonami flair and a V-Tuber host? Well,Future of Play Directhas you covered. As part of Summer Game Fest, the showcase, entering its fifth season, will feature a variety of interesting and unique titles you won’t find anywhere else. Guiding the way is V-Tuber Melios the Android, who’ll take viewers on an out-of-this-world trip filled with updates and surprises. Studios that’ll be making an appearance include Studio Pixel Punk (Unsighted), Mighty Yell (The Big Con), Texel Raptor (Parkitect), and Trinket Studios (Battle Chef Brigade). To add to that, we’ll see updates for games like Psychroma,Timberborn, and Zodiac XXL, just to name a few. It’s sure to be one of Summer 2024’s sleeper hits that you, for one, shouldn’t sleep on.
Wholesome Direct @ 9 a.m. PT/ 12 p.m. ET/ 6 p.m. CET
Continuing the indie showcase trend, Wholesome Direct, hosted byWholesome Games, will highlight indies that are, well, wholesome! Don’t expect much violence or action, as they deliver only the freshest and heartwarming titles from new and veteran indie developers. Games that have shown up in the past areUnpacking,VenbaandDuck Detective: The Secret Salamijust to name a few. If you’re looking for a lighter and fun showcase, this is the one for you.
Summer Game Fest: Latin American Games Showcase @ 10 a.m. PT/ 1 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. CET
Summer Game Fest is expanding its offerings of showcases outside of the main show with theLatin American Games Showcase. With this one, it will show off the best Latin American-made games and the creators, based out of LATAM and beyond, who make them. The show will be presented by Devolver Digital and Raw Fury. Over 70 games are slated to show up for the showcase’s third-ever presentation, with plenty of world premieres and exclusives to whet your appetite. In the past, titles such as Teleforum, A Tiny Sticker Tale andTormented Souls IIhave made appearances, so this showcase is one to keep a close eye on.
Summer Game Fest: Women-Led Games @ 11:30 a.m. PT/ 2:30 p.m. ET/ 8:30 p.m. CET
Much like Latin American Games Showcase, this show, presented by Devolver Digital, will highlight Women-led games. Happening under the Summer Game Fest banner,Women-Led Games: Summer Game Fest Editionwill hold its second one of the year and have deep-dive looks with teams, led by women, and launch dates for plenty of titles. Just this March, they showed off, among others,Reigns Beyond,Bubblegum Galaxyand Gourdlets. It’s a showcase that will no doubt have incredible titles that many will enjoy, all done by the new generation of female game developers.
Future Games Showcase: Summer Showcase @ 12 p.m. PT/ 3 p.m. ET/ 9 p.m. CET
GamesRadar is back again with their Future Games Show, this time with the subtitle Summer Showcase. The show, which came off its record-breakingSpring Showcaseback in March, will see a fair share of games, both new and announced, given a chance in the spotlight. The Spring Showcase, hosted by Ben Starr (Final Fantasy XVI’s Clive Rosfield) and Samantha Béart (Baldur’s Gate III’s Karlach), had appearances fromNo Rest for the Wicked, Zoochosis andStill Wakes the Deep. While no games have been announced for the Summer Showcase, actors Britt Baron (Final Fantasy VII Rebirth’s Tifa Lockhart) and Roger Clark (Red Dead Redemption 2’s Arthur Morgan) will host. It’s sure to provide viewers with a fun and interesting experience with variety and surprises abound.
June 9 (Xbox Games Showcase, PC Gaming Show)
Xbox Games Showcase + Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Direct @ 10 a.m. PT/ 1 p.m. ET/ 7 p.m. CET
After a stellar presentation last year, Xbox Games Showcase is back, this time withCall of Duty Black Ops 6in tow via a Direct. The company, which just acquired Activision and releasedSenua’s Saga: Hellblade II, is set to releaseIndiana Jones and the Great CircleandAvowedby year’s end, so their appearances are likely to happen. We may also see some of Xbox’s future games likeClockwork Revolution,South of Midnight, andFable, to name those confirmed.
Plus, Starfield is expected to have its big expansion later this year, so we may see a glimpse of what to expect. In the third-party department, last year saw reveals likePersona 3 Reload,Star Wars OutlawsandJusantamong others. And, as mentioned before, the recently-revealed sixth entry of Call of Duty: Black Ops (now going to Game Pass day one) will get its gameplay debut and more in a Direct happening right after the main showcase is over. For fans of Xbox, Bethesda, Activision or gaming in general, this is one event you do not want to miss.
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PC Gaming Show @ 1 p.m. PT/ 4 p.m. ET/ 10 p.m. CET
Despite IGN and GamesRadar doing their showcases, PC Gamer has been doing the presentation schtick for a while withPC Gaming Show. In fact, this year marks the show’s tenth anniversary, so expect PC gaming to be treated with the upmost respect in retrospect and in future terms.Per PC Gamer, returning hosts Sean ‘Day9’ Plott, Mica Burton and Frankie Ward will guide us through 70+ new and previously-announced titles. These games include, as of right now, Killing Floor 3, Citizen Sleeper 2, Streets of Rogue 2 and Fallen Aces, among others. If you’re a big PC player, this will further your wishlist by a couple dozen.
June 10 (Ubisoft Forward)
Ubisoft Forward @ 12 p.m. PT/ 3 p.m. ET/ 9 p.m. CET
Ubisoft fans, keep an eye on this one. Much like years past, the company is expected to hold theirUbisoft Forwardevent on June 10, live no less. The third-party studio promises to deliver exciting news from their teams worldwide. Already, Ubisoft has a big year ahead of them, withStar Wars OutlawsandAssassin’s Creed Shadowsleading the way, so we can expect more info on them. Still, we could see updates onthe Splinter Cell remake,Assassin’s Creed Infinity, thePrince of Persia: The Sands of Timeremake and (hopefully) Beyond Good & Evil 2.
UPDATE: Ubisoft has formally announced their plans with Ubisoft Forward. The showcase will feature Star Wars Outlaws,XDefiant, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, and other titles not yet announced. A pre-show will start 30 minutes before the main event (11:30 a.m. PT/ 2:30 p.m. ET/ 8:30 p.m. CET). The pre-show,according to Ubisoft, is focused on live games, while, after the show, in-depth looks will be given for some of the titles. It will also stream onUbisoft Connect, as well as YouTube and Twitch, which will have goodies for those who stay on like in-game items for XDefiant, Star Wars Outlaws, and Assassin’s Creed Shadows.
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June 18 (Nintendo Direct)
Nintendo Direct @ 7 a.m. PT / 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET
After company president Shuntaro Furukawaannouncedthat one would be held in June, theofficial Nintendo of America X (Twitter)announced that the next Direct will happen on June 18. The Direct is set to tackle Q3 and Q4 2024 games launching on the Nintendo Switch. Unfortunately, no Switch 2 information will be revealed then, though it will at a later date. Regardless, Nintendo fans can expect big titles that’ll likely round out the Switch’s lifecycle. Perhaps we may finally getMetroid Prime 4? MaybeWind WakerRemaster? We’ll just have to wait and see how it all goes down.
August 2 (THQ Nordic Showcase)
THQ Nordic Showcase @ 12 p.m. PT/ 3 p.m. ET/ 9 p.m. CET
One of the first announced Summer 2024 eventscame from THQ Nordic, who’ll hold their own showcase in early August. To add to that, fans can anticipate news on Titan Quest II andGothic 1 Remake. Though more information will be revealed at a later date, it’s not too hard to guess some already-announced titles that may make an appearance like Epic Mickey Rebrushed andRemnant II. And with THQ Nordic’s catalog, we might see some familiar faces withDestroy All Humans!andDarksiders, as well as some other new titles.
August 20 (Gamescom)
Gamescom 2024 Opening Night Live @ TBA
To close off the Summer 2024 events is none other than Gamescom with theirOpening Night Live. Hosted by Summer Game Fest’s Geoff Keighley, the Germany-based show will wrap up the season with a variety of titles, both indie and AAA. Whilea majority of titlesare going to be playable at Gamescom’s showfloor in-person, that doesn’t mean there won’t be some big surprises and updates. Games likeAlan Wake II,Little Nightmares 3andDead Island 2have shown up, as well as a handful of other big titles spanning the usual two-hour runtime. Gamescom 2024 Opening Night Live is set to end the eventful season, so plan to watch how it all goes down come August 20.
