Gamescom 2015 is right around the corner, and while it’s no e3; there’s still plenty to get excited about

Gamescom Cologne, 05.-09.08.2015

Microsoft
Halo 5 for Xbox One will be one of the headline acts, with an ESL invitational tournament happening on the Friday to get the pros into the game. But Quantum Break, Scalebound and Crackdown will all be getting some exclusive coverage. However, Sea of Thieves and Recore will be missing the show.
Sony

Sony is actually skipping Gamescom this year, giving the proximity of E3 as the reason. Instead, Sony is planning big things for October's Paris Games Week.
Bethesda
After its phenomenal E3 showcase, Bethesda will be hitting Gamescom to show us more of Fallout 4. Unfortunately it won't be offering up a playable trailer, but Bethesda will be showing off more gameplay at a presentation.

EA
EA will be hosting a press conference at this year's Gamescom, but it's keeping quiet on the content that will be shown off.
2K

2K Games will be showing off the 'worldwide reveal' of the third instalment in its open-world, Mario Puzo homage, Mafia III. It teased the announcement via Twitter with the reveal - read teaser trailer - showing up on August 5 5am PT / 8am ET / 1pm BST.
Konami

Konami Confirms Plans for Gamescom 2015; Metal Gear Solid V and PES 2016 to be Playable for the First Time Publicly