The Tokyo Game Show 2024 (TGS 2024) is set to feature numerous livestreams from developers and publishers, showcasing game announcements, updates, and gameplay. This article details the known streaming schedule, content, and announcements.
TGS 2024 Schedule Overview:
The official TGS livestream schedule is available on the event website. The four-day event (September 26-29, 2024) includes 21 programs, 13 of which are Official Exhibitor Programs featuring game announcements and updates. While primarily in Japanese, English interpretation will be provided for most streams. A preview special will air on September 18th at 6:00 a.m. EDT.
Program Schedule (Partial):
Day 1 (September 26th): Highlights include the Opening Program, Keynote, presentations from Ubisoft Japan, Microsoft Japan, SNK, KOEI TECMO, LEVEL-5, and CAPCOM.
| Time (JST) | Time (EDT) | Company/Event |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 26, 10:00 a.m. | Sep 25, 9:00 p.m. | Opening Program |
| Sep 26, 11:00 a.m. | Sep 25, 10:00 p.m. | Keynote |
| Sep 26, 3:00 p.m. | Sep 26, 2:00 a.m. | Ubisoft Japan |
| Sep 26, 7:00 p.m. | Sep 26, 6:00 a.m. | Microsoft Japan |
| Sep 26, 8:00 p.m. | Sep 26, 7:00 a.m. | SNK |
| Sep 26, 9:00 p.m. | Sep 26, 8:00 a.m. | KOEI TECMO |
| Sep 26, 10:00 p.m. | Sep 26, 9:00 a.m. | LEVEL-5 |
| Sep 26, 11:00 p.m. | Sep 26, 10:00 a.m. | CAPCOM |
(The full schedule for Days 2, 3, and 4 is available on the official TGS website.)
Developer and Publisher Streams:
In addition to the official streams, several developers and publishers (including Bandai Namco, KOEI TECMO, and Square Enix) will host their own separate streams, potentially overlapping with the main schedule. Anticipated highlights include Atelier Yumia, The Legend of Heroes: Kai no Kiseki – Farewell, O Zemuria, and Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake.
Sony's Return:
Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) returns to the main exhibit after a four-year absence. While specifics are yet to be revealed, their May State of Play announcements and statement regarding no major new franchise releases before April 2025 provide context for expectations.
