2026 is set to be a huge year for gaming, and the first major showcase of the year is on the horizon. Here are all the details you need on the New Game+ Showcase.
The New Game+ Showcase is a new creation, with the debut show set to be packed with hours of reveals, new trailers, and details on upcoming games, some of which have already been revealed, while others will debut at the show.
For all the details on the start times of the New Game+ Showcase, how to watch the action, and what to expect, Insider Gaming has you covered.
New Game+ Showcase Start Time
The New Game+ Showcase kicks off at 1pm PT/4pm ET on January 8, with the show set to run for around three-and-a-half hours.
The new showcase was created by a group of content creators last year, and the debut show is set to feature 45 upcoming titles, both AAA and indie, with gameplay footage, exclusive interviews, and brand new reveals.
The table below shows the start time for the New Game+ Showcase in major time zones across the world.
| Time Zone | New Game+ Showcase Start Time |
|---|---|
| Pacific Time (PT) | 1 PM – January 8 |
| Central Time (CT) | 3 PM – January 8 |
| Eastern Time (ET) | 4 PM – January 8 |
| Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) | 9 PM – January 8 |
| Australian Eastern Time (AET) | 8 AM – January 9 |
How to Watch The New Game+ Showcase
The New Game+ Showcase will be broadcast across various major social media platforms, including YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok.
That gives viewers the opportunity to watch the action wherever they feel most comfortable, though it’s worth noting that Twitch is usually slightly ahead of other platforms for live showcases, and is the best place to watch if you’re scrolling social media at the same time to prevent spoilers.
Here’s the full list of platforms to watch the New Game+ Showcase, with direct links to the stream.
What to Expect in The New Game+ Showcase
As mentioned, a total of 45 games will feature in the New Game+ Showcase, including titles already revealed to be releasing this year, alongside several debut trailers.
Games confirmed to be featured in the showcase include Crimson Desert, Warhammer 40K: Dark Heresy, Atomic Heart 2, Dinoblade, and Grounded 2.
The list of developers revealed to be featured includes Mundfish, NetEase Games, Ubisoft, Bandai Namco, THQ Nordic, and plenty more, so there’s set to be no shortage of content to enjoy.
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