Gamescom 2025: David Hayter and Maggie Robertson to Host the Future Games Show

The countdown to Gamescom 2025 has begun, and this year’s Future Games Show is bringing star power to the main stage.

It’s official: iconic Metal Gear Solid voice actor David Hayter and Resident Evil’s Maggie Robertson will co-host the Future Games Show on August 20, 2025. The event promises exclusive world premieres, never-before-seen gameplay footage, and deep-dive developer interviews from some of the biggest studios in gaming.

🎤 Meet the Hosts: Voices Behind Gaming Royalty

🎙️ David Hayter is beloved for voicing Solid Snake in the Metal Gear Solid series, a role that has made him a legend among stealth-action fans.

🎙️ Maggie Robertson rose to fame as the voice and performance capture artist for Lady Dimitrescu in Resident Evil Village—a character who became a cultural phenomenon and won her the Best Performance award at The Game Awards.

Together, Hayter and Robertson bring unmatched charisma and voice-acting prestige to the show, promising a presentation packed with personality.

🎮 What to Expect from the Future Games Show 2025

The Future Games Show, produced by GamesRadar+, is one of Gamescom’s flagship showcases, known for highlighting both AAA titles and indie gems.

This year’s broadcast will include:

🎥 World premieres of 2025 and 2026’s most anticipated titles

🕹️ Extended gameplay demos from major studios and publishers

🧠 Developer interviews offering behind-the-scenes insights

✨ Surprise announcements and “one more thing” reveals

The show will stream globally via YouTube, Twitch, and select media partners.

📅 When and Where

🗓️ Date: August 20, 2025

📍 Venue: Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany (Gamescom Main Stage)

🌍 Streaming: YouTube, Twitch, GamesRadar, and partner sites

If you're attending Gamescom in person, you’ll be able to catch the event live. Otherwise, prepare to tune in from your preferred platform.

 Why It Matters

With 2025 shaping up to be a massive year for next-gen console exclusives, AI-enhanced gameplay, and immersive VR/AR experiences, the Future Games Show will offer a critical glimpse into what’s next in interactive entertainment.

David Hayter and Maggie Robertson’s involvement signals that this year’s event will celebrate not just game design—but the storytelling and performance art that bring characters to life.

🎮 Follow our coverage for real-time updates from Gamescom 2025, including trailer breakdowns, live impressions, and the biggest announcements from the Future Games Show.