Koelnmesse has revealed that Gamescom was attended by over 254,000 people. This makes the event the biggest gaming event of its sort in the world with over 500 exhibitors from 33 countries around the world.

“Gamescom 2010 surpassed our expectations and provided new momentum for growth,” said Olaf Wolters, head of German trade body, the BIU. “We were especially pleased by the expansion of the international presence: we brought together more international industry representatives in Cologne than ever before, thus anchoring the position of Gamescom as the international industry trade fair. We are already looking forward to a successful continuation next year.”

Gamescom 2011 has been scheduled to take place in Cologne on August 17 to 21.