- The artist behind the iconic soundtracks of the Donkey Kong franchise will perform live, take part in a panel, and host meet & greet sessions with event attendees
- Tickets for the event are now available
São Paulo, 10 February, 2026 – Legendary composer David Wise, renowned for creating iconic soundtracks that have defined generations of players, has confirmed his attendance at gamescom latam 2026. The musician will take part in the event on Friday, 1 May, 2026, and Saturday, 2 May, 2026, hosting meet & greet sessions and delivering live musical performances on both days. In addition, Wise will also share insights into his career and most notable works during an exclusive panel. Fans who want to guarantee their presence at the event can already purchase tickets on the official website.
The British composer began his career in the mid-1980s and has since established himself as one of the most influential figures in video game music. Known for a distinctive style that blends sounds inspired by nature with prominent melodic and percussive instrumentation, Wise has crafted unique atmospheres that have become benchmarks within the industry. Among his most celebrated works are the soundtracks for the Donkey Kong series, widely regarded as some of the finest ever produced for the SNES (Super Nintendo Entertainment System).
David Wise’s musical performance promises a deeply nostalgic experience for fans who grew up listening to his compositions. The shows will take place on Friday, 1 May, 2026, and Saturday, 2 May, 2026, on the event’s main stage — the gamescom latam journey stage.
The composer will also host meet & greet sessions on both days, giving fans and players of all ages the opportunity to meet and take photos with one of the industry’s true legends. For those interested in behind-the-scenes stories, Wise will also participate in a special panel on Friday, 1 May, 2026, where he will discuss his career, inspirations, and most influential works. Further details about the panel will be announced soon.
Tickets for gamescom latam are now on sale
The general public can now secure their spot at gamescom latam, the Latin American edition of the world’s largest gaming event. Tickets are available for purchase via Mundo Ticket in the following categories: Single Day Ticket, Deluxe Pass, 4-Day Pass, and Deluxe 4-Day Pass.
Check out the ticket prices below:
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Ticket |
Half-price |
Social Admission |
Full Price |
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Thursday (29 April) |
BRL 79,00 |
BRL 94,00 |
BRL 158,00 |
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Friday (1 May) |
BRL 79,00 |
BRL 94,00 |
BRL 158,00 |
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Saturday (2 May) |
BRL 99,00 |
BRL 118,00 |
BRL 198,00 |
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Sunday (3 May) |
BRL 99,00 |
BRL 118,00 |
BRL 198,00 |
|
4 Days |
BRL 284,00 |
BRL 340,00 |
BRL 568,00 |
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Deluxe Pass | Thursday (29 April) |
– |
– |
BRL 316,00 |
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Deluxe Pass | Friday (1 May) |
– |
– |
BRL 316,00 |
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Deluxe Pass | Saturday (2 May) |
– |
– |
BRL 316,00 |
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Deluxe Pass | Sunday (3 May) |
– |
– |
BRL 316,00 |
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Deluxe Pass | 4 Days |
– |
– |
BRL 1.138,00 |
About Half-Price tickets:
Half-Price tickets are a legally required category in Brazil, available to eligible groups such as students, seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income attendees, and provide the same full-day access as regular tickets.
All ticket types grant full access to all public areas of the event. Attendees will be able to play more than 400 games, including indie titles, new releases, and arcade games, take part in brand and major publisher activations, interact with content creators and cosplayers, attend content panels featuring leading industry figures, experience esports competitions, purchase collectibles from stores throughout the venue, and much more.
In addition, holders of the Deluxe Single Day Pass and Deluxe 4-Day Pass — a brand-new category at gamescom latam — will enjoy exclusive benefits such as early access to the exhibition halls one hour before general opening, a dedicated entry line, one fast pass for meet & greet sessions, access to the Preview Day on 29 April, 2026 with the possibility of bringing one guest, an exclusive art badge, a special pin, and more. The full list of benefits is available on the ticket sales website.
Tickets can be purchased using credit cards (with installments of up to two payments for purchases up to BRL 199.99, or up to four payments for purchases of BRL 200.00 or more) or via PIX, as a one-time payment. A maximum of four tickets per ID may be purchased.
For those looking to go further, Start Pro is also available — an upgrade to the general admission ticket designed to offer an accessible entry point into the business side of the games industry, without the need to purchase a full Business Pass.
Designed for developers, industry professionals, students, and enthusiasts curious about how the games industry works, Start Pro grants access to exclusive B2B programming on the connect 1 and connect 2 stages, where attendees can watch panels and talks led by market experts. These sessions focus on more technical, in-depth, and high-quality industry topics, offering valuable insights into development, publishing, production, and market trends.
With Start Pro, attendees can attend and learn from B2B content, but it does not include access to business networking tools or activities. Start Pro holders cannot schedule meetings, participate in negotiations, or access business matchmaking features, which are exclusive to the full Business Pass.
More information about Start Pro is available on the official website.
2026 Edition Overview
gamescom latam 2026 will take place from 30 April to 3 May, 2026, at Distrito Anhembi in São Paulo. Press, content creators, and B2B visitors will have access to the event during the Preview Day, held on 29 April. As in previous years, the event will bring together leading names and companies from the games’ industry, showcase hundreds of playable titles, host announcements, brand and publisher activations, and connect fans with their favorite influencers, cosplayers, and more.
gamescom latam also promises to thrill visitors with esports competitions and the gamescom latam BIG Festival, the world’s largest indie games awards.
For industry professionals, in addition to opportunities to join panels and lectures, the event offers a lively business platform that brings together hundreds of companies from Latin America and around the world for networking and partnership meetings.
gamescom latam
gamescom, the world’s largest gaming event and Europe’s leading business platform for the gaming industry, also has an edition in Latin America. In 2026, gamescom latam will take place in São Paulo, Brazil, from 29 April to 3 May, in the Anhembi District. The event is jointly organized by Koelnmesse, Omelete Company, BIG Festival, and game, the German games industry association. gamescom latam also features the BIG Festival, the world’s largest indie games awards, bringing together celebration, innovation, and business in one place.
About game – The German Games Industry Association
We are the association of the German games industry. Our members represent the entire video game ecosystem, from development studios and publishers to esports event organizers, educational institutions, and other related entities. We are co-organizers of gamescom, the world’s biggest event for video games. We are a shareholder in the Entertainment Software Self-Regulation Body (USK), the Foundation for Digital Games Culture, the esports player foundation, game events, and the collecting society VHG, as well as co-host of the German Computer Game Awards. Serving as a central point of contact for media, as well as political and social institutions, we provide comprehensive expertise in areas including market development, game culture, and media literacy, and address any inquiries or concerns. Together, we are making Germany the heart of gaming worldwide. With games, we enrich the lives of all people.
About Koelnmesse Brasil
Koelnmesse Brasil is a subsidiary of Koelnmesse GmbH, the leading international organizer of trade fairs in the gaming and entertainment industries. Headquartered in the fairgrounds in Cologne, Germany, gamescom is the world’s largest computer and video games event and Europe’s largest business platform for the games industry. gamescom brings together passionate gamers, B2B visitors, and exhibitors from all over the world with a highly effective approach – in person on-site and digitally from anywhere in the world. This makes gamescom the leading B2C, B2B, and B2G gaming event. In addition to the event at its headquarters in Cologne, Koelnmesse is strategically expanding its portfolio internationally: in Thailand, gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show provides a powerful additional industry platform for the fast-growing Asia-Pacific gaming market, comprehensively matching supply and demand.
About Omelete Company
Omelete Company is the largest and most recognized independent pop culture company in Latin America, daily discussing movies, series, games, music, and comics, reaching over 25 million fans every month. Through brands like Omelete, CCXP, gamescom latam, Gaules, Chippu, G3X and Mundo Ticket, we create content and experiences for those who love Fantasy, Fiction, Superheroes, and Games—breathing and living the entertainment universe both digitally and in person.
The Next Events:
gamescom latam, São Paulo, Brazil, 29 April – 3 May 2026
gamescom dev, Cologne, Germany, 23 – 25 August 2026
gamescom, Cologne, Germany, 26 – 30 August 2026
gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show, Bangkok, Thailand, 29 October – 1 November 2026
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