VG247

Microsoft will host a Showcase Event at gamescom on August 20, the day before the conference opens to the public.

While a time was provided for the showcase, the firm will discuss more on self-publishing through Xbox One and release more information on turning the console into a devkit.

Sony’s event happens the same day around 7pm CET / 6pm BST so look for Microsoft to go before then unless it plans on pulling an all-nighter.

gamescom runs August 21-25.

via Polygon

http://www.vg247.com/2013/07/26/microsoft-gamescom-2013-conference-happening-on-august-20/

I hope my connections will open the door for me to listen. Would be epic!

in others news:

Microsoft change the name of Xbox One to PS4..

Look forward to it.

Awesome.

"Microsoft corporate vice presidents Phil Spencer and Phil Harrison will co-host the event"
http://www.polygon.com/2013/7/26/4560350/microsoft-gamescom-event-aug-20

Saw this in reddit:
Phil: I'd like to bring Phil up on stage to fill you in on more details. Hi Phil. Phil: Thanks Phil.

Generally, yes.  I don't generally follow GamesCon, but as I recall the year Kinect released, there isn't a presentation that I remember, just game demos on the show floor.  I think GamesCon is normally games, not keynote speeches or pre-show events.  I think because of what's going on with new consoles, both Microsoft and Sony are doing something special.

Sounds good. Looking forward to it.

More games!!!!!!!!

really?