According to Geoff Keighley, this year’s Gamescom Opening Night Live will focus less on announcing new projects. In a recent interview with VGC Keighly outlined the plan for his upcoming flagship game show:
“It’s going to be an exciting show with new looks at many announced upcoming games like Alan Wake 2, and Black Myth Wukong,”
“This year’s ONL is less about announcing brand new projects, and more about giving fans updates on some of the biggest games due out over the next year.”
Although Keighly is doing his best to temper expectations surrounding ONL, last year’s show ran for over two hours and included more than 35 games in the presentation, with many hoping for the same at 2023’s event.
What Can Fans Expect From Geoff Keighley and this Years ONL?
Opening Night Live is a regular staple of the Gamescom expo, however, according to Keighly the show provides a different kind of challenge compared to other annual events such as The Game Awards and Summer Game Fest:
“First, there are the logistical challenges for our LA-based team to produce a big-scale show in Cologne, Germany. Thankfully Gamescom and Kolnemesse are great partners.
“The other challenge – but also opportunity – is that this show is directly tied to the partners and games that will be exhibiting at Gamescom. We’re always trying to find ways to create synergy between what’s happening on the floor and inside ONL.”
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With all eyes on the European event, Geoff Keighley believes that Gamescom has been able to foster a community which remains popular in the post-pandemic landscape. He believes that this is due to its position as a showcase for developers from across the globe:
“The sense of community at Gamescom is so unique and powerful – there really is nothing else like it in the world,”
“Even before I was involved in ONL, I loved coming to Gamescom because it has such a focus on the players and community.”
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As Gamescom is fast approaching fans are excited to get the latest previews and updates concerning some of gaming’s most anticipated titles, despite Geoff Keighly attempting to downplay ONL. What are your most anticipated announcements? Do you think we’ll see any surprise reveals at this year’s Gamescom? Stay tuned to @FandomWire on social media for the latest news and Gamescom coverage!
Source: VGC
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