Gamescom Asia is back after a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, and this time it's bigger and better with a new B2C component! Fans and gamers can get hands-on with demos of highly anticipated games like Dragon's Dogma II and S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2.
Capcom stole the spotlight with its Street Fighter 6 Pro Tour, held live at the event. The winners of these offline premieres will automatically qualify for one of the coveted 48 spots at Capcom Cup X, and the top 8 finalists will split a prize pool of US$37,000.
Capcom also showcased its move into mobile gaming, including Resident Evil Village for iOS and iPadOS (for iPads with M1 chips and iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max models). You can also try Devil May Cry: Peak Combat at their booth and check out Street Fighter: Duel for both iOS and Android.
If you're a PSVR2 user, don't miss the chance to experience Resident Evil 4 VR Mode – an immersive, heart-pounding thrill ride that had my pulse racing! Though the controls took a bit of time to adjust to, the intense experience made it worth every moment.
One of the standout sections of Gamescom Asia was the Indie Games zone, where independent game developers from all over Asia showcased their creations. Gamers can grab an Indie Wavemaker Rally Card and collect stamps for playing games, with a chance to vote for their favorite and win prizes like an Xbox Series X on Sunday.
PlayStation fans can visit the booth to try Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 and Gran Turismo 7. Both games offer fully immersive experiences, with Spider-Man being a must-play for action-adventure enthusiasts. Don't miss the limited edition PlayStation 5 bundle featuring a detailed Venom statue, locked in battle with Peter Parker and Miles Morales.
At Ubisoft’s booth, you can explore Skull and Bones, a naval RPG where you rise through the ranks to become the ultimate pirate kingpin. Though I didn’t get to try it due to the long queues, the trailers promise breathtaking graphics and an exciting gameplay experience.
S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2: Heart of Chornobyl also made an appearance, with GSC Game World offering a sneak peek in a cyber cafe setup. Slated for release in Q1 2024, the game takes you into the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone, filled with dangerous enemies and mysterious anomalies. With a board game and a potential TV series on the way, the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. franchise is expanding beyond gaming.
For those 90s babies, if you remember Neopets, they are making a comeback too and at the booth, you can find merch of those adorable creatures. If you still remember your login, let's meet back in the Neo-verse!
One of my favorite features of Gamescom is the inclusion of retro games. Retro City's booth, located near the main stage, lets visitors relive nostalgic arcade moments with classic game machines, some in custom cases. It’s a perfect way for the younger generation to experience the golden age of gaming.
And of course, no gaming event is complete without some great food! Be sure to check out the food truck section for some tasty treats as you explore all the excitement Gamescom Asia has to offer.
That’s a wrap on what’s happening at Gamescom Asia this weekend – don’t miss out!
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