Gamescom Issues Apology Over Initial Reaction to Hardware Thefts, Saying It Lacked Sufficient Empathy for Victims
Gamescom has publicly expressed regret for the way it initially addressed the series of thefts that occurred during this year’s exhibition, conceding that its first statements "did not strike the right tone" and failed to "show the people affected the empathy they deserve." In a follow‑up post on its official social channels, the event’s management admitted that the criticism it received over its…
Sept. 7, 2026, 10:38 a.m.