Galaxies is bringing its third showcase to screens this April, and the lineup promises to deliver announcements across more than 50 titles alongside seven world premieres from major publishers and independent creators alike.
The event kicks off on April 16, 2026 at 12pm PT, 3pm ET, and 8pm GMT. Viewers can tune in through multiple channels: IGN's website and YouTube, Facebook, Twitter/X, Twitch, the IGN mobile apps, plus gaming outlets Eurogamer, VG247, and Rock Paper Shotgun. The full showcase runs approximately 60 minutes and returns with Jane Douglas as host.
Several confirmed appearances have already been detailed ahead of the event. Bandai Namco will showcase new gameplay for Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad, while Focus Entertainment brings the final DLC chapter for Atomic Heart titled Yerba Buena. Supermassive Games plans a deep look at its sci-fi horror title Directive 8020, and Team 17 will highlight Hell Let Loose Vietnam, the studio's 50v50 first-person shooter experience.
The schedule also includes tactical roguelite Wardrum, which will have its release date announced during the show. Players can expect updates on Old School RuneScape from Jagex, ReVamp from Digital Sun, and Bus Bound from Saber Interactive. Wired Productions will present three titles: When Sirens Fall Silent, Hotel Architect, and Task Time.
Independent and smaller studios round out the showcase with projects including Phasmophobia, Forever Skies, Witchspire, and Casual Loop. Shiro Games will present multiple games and reveal a surprise project from its Shiro Unlimited label, while astragon Entertainment and PQube will introduce a new entry in an established RPG franchise.
Beyond the named titles, the event promises surprises from studios including Alawar, Rebel Pixel, Head Up Games, Business Goose, Endflame, Zeitgeist Studio, Black Lantern Collective, and others. The complete list spans developers at every scale, from solo creators to AAA operations.
Chris Thomas, Galaxies founder, emphasized the showcase's mission in a statement.
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