{"id":1874321,"date":"2026-04-09T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-04-09T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1874321"},"modified":"2026-04-09T16:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-04-09T13:00:00","slug":"galaxies-spring-showcase-how-to-watch-and-what-to-expect-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1874321","title":{"rendered":"Galaxies Spring Showcase: How to Watch and What to Expect"},"content":{"rendered":"<div data-cy=\"article-content\" class=\"jsx-2870106660 article-content page-0\">\n<section data-cy=\"article-subtitle\" class=\"article jsx-3932497636 article-section jsx-28683165 news\" data-autopogo=\"true\">\n<section class=\"article-page\">\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">The Galaxies Spring Showcase 2026 is set to take place later this month and will feature announcements and updates for over 50 games, including seven world premieres from some of the biggest publishers, studios, and developers in the games industry. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">There is a lot to look forward to, and we\u2019re here to let you know how and when to watch the show, what to expect, and much more.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/assets-prd.ignimgs.com\/2026\/04\/09\/galaxies-br-1775742931176.png\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-313219616\"><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"progressive-image article-image article-image-full-size jsx-1809694635 jsx-2338608387\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/span><\/figure>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">How to Watch the Galaxies Spring Showcase 2026<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">IGN will once again be partnering with Galaxies to carry the stream on our channel, and you\u2019ll be able to watch it live on April 16, 2026 at 12pm PT \/ 3pm ET \/ 8pm GMT. The show is scheduled to run roughly 60 minutes, and you can watch it with us on the following platforms;<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li><a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/\"><u>IGN.com<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/ign\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>IGN&#8217;s YouTube<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ign\/\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>Facebook<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/IGN\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>Twitter \/ X<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.twitch.tv\/ign\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>Twitch<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li>IGN mobile apps<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eurogamer.net\/\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>Eurogamer<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vg247.com\/\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>VG247<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockpapershotgun.com\/\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>Rock Paper Shotgun<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">What to Expect From the Galaxies Spring Showcase 2026<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">As previously mentioned, the Galaxies Spring Showcase 2026, hosted once again by Jane Douglas, will feature announcements and updates on over 50 games, including seven world premieres from some of the biggest publishers, studios, and developers.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">While there will be plenty of surprises in store, a few of the games that will appear have been revealed. <\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Bandai Namco will be showing off a new gameplay trailer for Sword Art Online JRPG Echoes of Aincrad, Focus Entertainment will feature Yerba Buena, the last DLC for Atomic Heart, while Fumi Games and PlaySide Studios  will launch a spotlight of MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, and Supermassive Games will give us a deep dive into its cinematic sci-fi horror adventure called Directive 8020.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Team 17 will show off its hardcore 50v50 FPS Hell Let Loose Vietnam and share the release date for the tactical turn-based roguelite Wardrum, while Shiro Games will bring Spacecraft, Farever, and Frostrail, alongside revealing an unannounced project from its Shiro Unlimited label.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">We\u2019ll also get updates on Wired Productions\u2019 When Sirens Fall Silent, Hotel Architect, and Task Time, Saber Interactive\u2019s Bus Bound, Digital Sun\u2019s ReVamp, Jagex\u2019s Old School RuneScape, and a new entry in a beloved RPG franchise from astragon Entertainment and PQube.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2021719738 video jsx-2008855984 aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9\">\n<div class=\"badge jsx-1349606671 jsx-3647116352\"><span class=\"ign-icon icon-play jsx-2750866048 jsx-1044454891\" role=\"img\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-cy=\"icon-play\" aria-label=\"Play\" style=\"background:currentColor\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Fans will also be able to look forward to appearances by Phasmophobia, Rivage, World of Tanks: HEAT, HUNTDOWN: OVERTIME, 33 Immortals, The Caribou Trail, Sovereign Tower, Scramble Knights Royale, Second Stone, Casual Loop, 83, Forever Skies, The Merlies, Witchspire, Akatori, and world premieres from Alawar and Rebel Pixel.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Last but not least, expect even more news from Jagex, Head Up Games, Business Goose, Flat28, Numor Games, Relate Games, Delivery Crew, Endflame, Zeitgeist Studio, Black Lantern Collective, 6Side Studio, Upstream Arcade, Talent Digital Art, Cavalier Game Studios, and Snowcastle Games.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">\u201cAmazing games can come from anywhere, which is why Galaxies was created to give these titles a moment in the spotlight, whether they were made by a AAA studio or a solo developer,\u201d said Chris Thomas, Galaxies Founder. \u201cWe\u2019ve handpicked 50 titles from passion projects to blockbuster reveals to create a 60 minute show that is bursting with surprises. Our North Star is to give gamers a reason to be excited and I can\u2019t wait to see how the global gaming community reacts to our third event.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">While you wait for this newest show, be sure to check out <a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/articles\/galaxies-showcase-2025-everything-announced\"><u>everything announced from the Galaxies Showcase 2025<\/u><\/a> from October of last year. <\/p>\n<div data-cy=\"accent-divider\" class=\"jsx-3449795453 divider jsx-2786329600\"><\/div>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><em>Adam Bankhurst is a writer for IGN. You can follow him on X\/Twitter <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/AdamBankhurst\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>@AdamBankhurst,<\/em><\/a><em> <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/adambankhurst\/\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Instagram,<\/em><\/a><em> and <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@adambankhurst\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>TikTok,<\/em><\/a><em> and listen to his show, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/talking-disney-magic\/id1773431375\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Talking Disney Magic.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/section>\n<p><span class=\"stack jsx-1475529924\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2155806329 adunit-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"jsx-2155806329 bobble bobble-1 pogocnt pg-article\">\n<div data-mix-name=\"secondaryMedrec\" data-pos=\"1\" data-pogo-hide=\"1\" class=\"jsx-343126785 pogo-slot\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/span><\/div>\n<section class=\"article-page\">\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">The Galaxies Spring Showcase 2026 is set to take place later this month and will feature announcements and updates for over 50 games, including seven world premieres from some of the biggest publishers, studios, and developers in the games industry. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">There is a lot to look forward to, and we\u2019re here to let you know how and when to watch the show, what to expect, and much more.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/assets-prd.ignimgs.com\/2026\/04\/09\/galaxies-br-1775742931176.png\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-313219616\"><span><img decoding=\"async\" alt aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"progressive-image article-image article-image-full-size jsx-1809694635 jsx-2338608387\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-cy=\"progressive-image\"><\/span><\/figure>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">How to Watch the Galaxies Spring Showcase 2026<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">IGN will once again be partnering with Galaxies to carry the stream on our channel, and you\u2019ll be able to watch it live on April 16, 2026 at 12pm PT \/ 3pm ET \/ 8pm GMT. The show is scheduled to run roughly 60 minutes, and you can watch it with us on the following platforms;<\/p>\n<ul class=\"list jsx-4224303756\" data-cy=\"list\">\n<li><a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/\"><u>IGN.com<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/ign\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>IGN&#8217;s YouTube<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ign\/\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>Facebook<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/IGN\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>Twitter \/ X<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.twitch.tv\/ign\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>Twitch<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li>IGN mobile apps<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eurogamer.net\/\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>Eurogamer<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vg247.com\/\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>VG247<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rockpapershotgun.com\/\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><u>Rock Paper Shotgun<\/u><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-cy=\"title2\" class=\"title2 jsx-1903782357 jsx-3735650234\">What to Expect From the Galaxies Spring Showcase 2026<\/h2>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">As previously mentioned, the Galaxies Spring Showcase 2026, hosted once again by Jane Douglas, will feature announcements and updates on over 50 games, including seven world premieres from some of the biggest publishers, studios, and developers.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">While there will be plenty of surprises in store, a few of the games that will appear have been revealed. <\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Bandai Namco will be showing off a new gameplay trailer for Sword Art Online JRPG Echoes of Aincrad, Focus Entertainment will feature Yerba Buena, the last DLC for Atomic Heart, while Fumi Games and PlaySide Studios  will launch a spotlight of MOUSE: P.I. For Hire, and Supermassive Games will give us a deep dive into its cinematic sci-fi horror adventure called Directive 8020.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Team 17 will show off its hardcore 50v50 FPS Hell Let Loose Vietnam and share the release date for the tactical turn-based roguelite Wardrum, while Shiro Games will bring Spacecraft, Farever, and Frostrail, alongside revealing an unannounced project from its Shiro Unlimited label.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">We\u2019ll also get updates on Wired Productions\u2019 When Sirens Fall Silent, Hotel Architect, and Task Time, Saber Interactive\u2019s Bus Bound, Digital Sun\u2019s ReVamp, Jagex\u2019s Old School RuneScape, and a new entry in a beloved RPG franchise from astragon Entertainment and PQube.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2021719738 video jsx-2008855984 aspect-ratio aspect-ratio-16-9\">\n<div class=\"badge jsx-1349606671 jsx-3647116352\"><span class=\"ign-icon icon-play jsx-2750866048 jsx-1044454891\" role=\"img\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-cy=\"icon-play\" aria-label=\"Play\" style=\"background:currentColor\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Fans will also be able to look forward to appearances by Phasmophobia, Rivage, World of Tanks: HEAT, HUNTDOWN: OVERTIME, 33 Immortals, The Caribou Trail, Sovereign Tower, Scramble Knights Royale, Second Stone, Casual Loop, 83, Forever Skies, The Merlies, Witchspire, Akatori, and world premieres from Alawar and Rebel Pixel.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">Last but not least, expect even more news from Jagex, Head Up Games, Business Goose, Flat28, Numor Games, Relate Games, Delivery Crew, Endflame, Zeitgeist Studio, Black Lantern Collective, 6Side Studio, Upstream Arcade, Talent Digital Art, Cavalier Game Studios, and Snowcastle Games.<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">\u201cAmazing games can come from anywhere, which is why Galaxies was created to give these titles a moment in the spotlight, whether they were made by a AAA studio or a solo developer,\u201d said Chris Thomas, Galaxies Founder. \u201cWe\u2019ve handpicked 50 titles from passion projects to blockbuster reveals to create a 60 minute show that is bursting with surprises. Our North Star is to give gamers a reason to be excited and I can\u2019t wait to see how the global gaming community reacts to our third event.\u201d<\/p>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\">While you wait for this newest show, be sure to check out <a class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ign.com\/articles\/galaxies-showcase-2025-everything-announced\"><u>everything announced from the Galaxies Showcase 2025<\/u><\/a> from October of last year. <\/p>\n<div data-cy=\"accent-divider\" class=\"jsx-3449795453 divider jsx-2786329600\"><\/div>\n<p data-cy=\"paragraph\" class=\"paragraph jsx-2269604527\"><em>Adam Bankhurst is a writer for IGN. You can follow him on X\/Twitter <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/AdamBankhurst\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>@AdamBankhurst,<\/em><\/a><em> <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/adambankhurst\/\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Instagram,<\/em><\/a><em> and <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@adambankhurst\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>TikTok,<\/em><\/a><em> and listen to his show, <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/talking-disney-magic\/id1773431375\" class=\"link jsx-1337145738 jsx-3925284146 underlined\" data-cy=\"styled-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>Talking Disney Magic.<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Galaxies Spring Showcase 2026 is set to take place later this month and will feature announcements and updates for over 50 games, including seven world premieres from some of the biggest publishers, studios, and developers in the games industry. There is a lot to look forward to, and we\u2019re here to let you know [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[226,243],"class_list":["post-1874321","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized","tag-crawlmanager","tag-ign-com"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1874321","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1874321"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1874321\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1874321"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1874321"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1874321"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}