THQ Nordic Showcase 2026 takes place this Friday, August 7, at 9 PM CEST. The livestream will be available on YouTube, Twitch and Steam, with Titan Quest II, Wreckfest 2, Fatekeeper, Expeditions: Samurai, The Eternal Life of Goldman and Way of the Hunter 2 among the announced projects. Also check out the latest video game news to follow the day's announcements.
Key dates and platforms
- The THQ Nordic Showcase 2026 is scheduled for August 7, 2026, at 9 PM CEST.
- The presentation will stream on YouTube, Twitch and Steam.
- Expeditions: Samurai is set to enter early access on August 7, 2026, on PC.
- The Guild – Europa 1410 is targeting early access in September 2026 on PC.
When and where to watch the showcase
The showcase begins at 9 PM CEST, or 8 PM in the United Kingdom and 3 PM on the US East Coast. The official lineup includes Titan Quest II, Wreckfest 2, Fatekeeper, Expeditions: Samurai, The Eternal Life of Goldman and Way of the Hunter 2.
The official website already provides several concrete details. Expeditions: Samurai is set to enter early access on August 7 on PC, while The Guild – Europa 1410 is expected to enter early access in September 2026. The other titles currently have new images, presentations or broader release windows attached to them.
The article published by Xbox Wire confirms the event and its date. The official THQ Nordic page provides the schedule and the first calendar details.
Two early-access dates stand out
The French livestream is set for 9 PM on August 7, 2026, and no paid subscription is required to watch it. YouTube, Twitch and Steam cover the main viewing habits of PC and console players.
THQ Nordic's showcases often combine known games, release information and a few reveals. The value of this presentation will therefore depend less on one spectacular announcement than on how clearly it separates imminent launches from projects still in production.
At present, the schedule distinguishes games with increasingly concrete windows from titles that still need to prove themselves through gameplay. That distinction matters: a demonstration is not the same as a launch commitment.
What the games still need to show
Expeditions: Samurai is the most immediate case. The game is set to launch in early access on August 7 for Windows. Players interested in tactical campaigns will want to know what content will be available at launch and how quickly future updates are expected to arrive.
The Guild – Europa 1410 is targeting early access in September 2026 on PC. The series focuses on managing a dynasty, trade, political rivalries and the growth of a medieval city. Its next presentation will need to show whether this episode meaningfully modernizes the formula or mainly reuses its historical systems.
Titan Quest II remains one of the most important highlights. The return of this mythological action RPG will be judged through its progression pace, mastery variety and approach to co-op.
Wreckfest 2 carries a different expectation. After the first game's success, players will want to see whether the destruction remains readable while gaining greater depth. A substantial gameplay sequence would be more useful here than an extended cinematic.
The audience will also be watching Fatekeeper, The Eternal Life of Goldman and Way of the Hunter 2. The publisher's website lists a PS5 demo for Goldman, Steam early access for Way of the Hunter 2 and an upcoming PC release for Fatekeeper. No overall price or complete schedule is provided for all of these projects.
How the announced platforms are divided
The showcase is an editorial presentation, not a multi-game offering such as Game Pass. Platforms therefore depend on each title, with a strong PC presence and several releases planned for consoles.
The official page associates Windows with Expeditions: Samurai and The Guild – Europa 1410. The Eternal Life of Goldman is also announced for PS5, Xbox Series and Switch, while Way of the Hunter 2 is listed on Steam with wishlists open on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.
THQ Nordic is keeping PC projects suited to early access while preparing other experiences for current consoles. Feature parity between versions remains unclear. Save systems, co-op and post-launch support will need to be detailed for each game.
The news section will make it possible to find the important announcements after the livestream. Until then, a console release date should not be inferred from a simple Steam page.
A catalogue built around sequels and new franchises
Previous THQ Nordic presentations mixed remakes, sequels and new franchises. The 2025 edition notably alternated footage of Reanimal, Wreckfest 2, Titan Quest II and Gothic Remake. The comparison remains limited because the 2026 program has not yet been presented in full, but the same editorial direction is visible: familiar brands share space with mid-sized games capable of filling a release calendar.
This format is closer to THQ's old PC catalogues than to showcases built around a single star. Its weakness is that announcements can be difficult to rank. Its strength is that an unexpected title can emerge between two established sequels.
For players, the dates are already useful. Expeditions: Samurai enters early access the same day, while The Guild – Europa 1410 is targeting September. Those windows can guide a wishlist or purchasing decision, but prices, support length and the exact content of the initial versions still need to be checked. Waiting for gameplay details before pre-ordering is the more cautious choice.
The details to watch during the broadcast
- Which games will receive a precise release date? This will separate imminent launches from projects that remain further away.
- What content will be available in early access? The answer will directly affect the appeal of Expeditions: Samurai and The Guild – Europa 1410.
- Will the console versions share the same features? Co-op, saves and updates may vary by platform.
Frequently asked questions
What is the next confirmed milestone?
The next confirmed milestone is Expeditions: Samurai entering early access on August 7, 2026, on PC.
Does The Guild – Europa 1410 have a date?
The game is targeting early access in September 2026. The full schedule for the other projects remains partial.
Which games will be presented?
The announced games include Titan Quest II, Wreckfest 2, Fatekeeper, The Eternal Life of Goldman and Way of the Hunter 2.
Where can I watch the showcase?
The livestream is scheduled for August 7 at 9 PM on the official THQ Nordic website. Dates, platforms and detailed content will be the most important information.
The THQ Nordic Showcase 2026 should turn a list of promising projects into a clearer schedule. Expeditions: Samurai has an immediate early-access date, The Guild – Europa 1410 is targeting September, and the remaining games still need more precise information about their launches and features. To find the latest details, also check our gaming articles after the presentation.
To keep following the story, also read our article on Korea. IL-2 Series: the Steam launch time in France, our article on Attack on Titan 3: the release date is finally set.
Verified sources
These links can be used to verify the key information used in this article.
- news.xbox.com: Xbox Wire, official source published on 2026-08-07, confirms the THQ Nordic Showcase 2026 and is the main recent evidence for the event.
- thqnordic.com: Official THQ Nordic website, active on 2026-08-07, lists the 9 PM CEST schedule, streaming channels and early access windows for several games.
- news.xbox.com: Xbox Wire, official recap published on 2025-08-01, used only to compare the previous edition's format, not as evidence of recency.
