The organizers behind Gamescom say that notable publishers like Nintendo and Sony sitting out a show "isn't a negative sign" but rather a reflection of how their content and release pipeline looks at that very moment. After all, attending an event doesn't make sense if you don't have much to show or share about upcoming games.
"It's common for publishers to reassess their participation in events like Gamescom each year," one of the events directors, Tim Endres, tells GamesRadar+ before this year's event kicked off. "Nintendo's and Sony's absence isn't a negative sign. Nintendo participated in the first edition of Gamescom Latam this year, showcasing its ongoing engagement with Gamescom. Also, they returned in 2023 after a four-year hiatus, and 2K, as well as EA, are coming back in 2024, too.
