The 45–60 minute demo is an in-person Gamescom build at Hall 6, Booth B-050, with PS5 and Xbox stations, two routes, and Mordred and Geraint boss fights.
The Tides of Annihilation Gamescom demo is playable August 27–30, 2026 at Hall 6, Booth B-050. Access is through the booth queue. The developer plans 45–60 minutes per session, with English and Chinese available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S stations.
| Demo detail | Official information |
|---|---|
| Venue | Koelnmesse, Cologne |
| Booth | Hall 6, B-050 |
| Public dates | August 27–30, 2026 |
| Access | Join the booth queue on the day |
| Session length | Approximately 45–60 minutes |
| Demo platforms | PS5 and Xbox Series X |
| Languages | English and Chinese |
| Named bosses | Mordred and Geraint |
What the build contains
The developer describes an expanded demo with multiple routes, two boss fights, recognizable locations, and large-scale set pieces. Mordred and Geraint are the two named bosses in the event announcement. That is the current demo contract; it does not establish their position in the final story, every route through the build, or a universal boss strategy.
Gamescom identifies the same Booth B-050 and lists the game's PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC release platforms. The demo announcement names only PS5 and Xbox hardware for the booth build, so a PC station should not be assumed.
No home demo is announced
Steam, PlayStation Store, and Xbox do not list a downloadable demo for home users. The Gamescom build is the game's first overseas public hands-on opportunity, not a timed console or PC download. A video of the booth build, creator preview, or store wishlist button does not provide access.
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Where is the Tides of Annihilation demo at Gamescom?
Hall 6, Booth B-050 at Koelnmesse in Cologne, from August 27 through August 30, 2026.
How long is the Gamescom demo?
The developer plans approximately 45–60 minutes per play session.
Can I download the demo on PS5, Xbox, or Steam?
No home download is announced. The published demo access is an in-person Gamescom queue.
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