John Romero to Headline the Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show in 2026
Big News for Game Fans!
Hold onto your controllers, folks! The legendary John Romero, the wizard behind some of the most iconic games ever, is set to headline at the 2026 Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show! This gig is happening this October at Bangkok’s Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre, and guess what? It’s going to be 20% larger than last year’s blowout bash!
Why We Still Make Games
Romero is ready to drop some knowledge bombs in his keynote titled “Why We Still Make Games.” He’ll be sharing tales from his decades-long journey in the gaming realm—from the peaks of success to the valleys of setbacks. This is a chance to hear directly from the man himself about the industry’s twists, turns, and ongoing challenges.
In a previous chat, Romero revealed that his studio faced quite the storm with a major project getting canned, which left them with a mountain of content worth $50 million! Yep, you heard that right! But fear not, they’re going to slice and dice that hefty amount into something manageable for smaller projects.
“We survived the cancellation of our huge game,” Romero noted, reflecting on the time when 110 talented folks were hard at work on that project. Talk about resilience in the face of adversity!
Besides Romero, attendees can look forward to a lineup of heavy-hitters from studios like AdHoc, Roblox, and Tencent, alongside representatives from gaming giants such as Nintendo, Capcom, and Sega. If you’re into gaming, this is the place to be!
Prakash Ramajillu, the genius behind Koelnmesse Asia-Pacific, was all about the optimism: “Last year we proved that Bangkok is ready to host a world-class gaming event at scale. This year, we’re pushing the bar higher—more space, more brands, and more fun! With one of gaming’s most iconic figures taking the stage, this is a ride you don’t want to miss!”
Mark your calendars—the Gamescom Asia x Thailand Game Show runs from October 29 to November 1. Grab your tickets and prepare for an epic adventure in the world of gaming!