Several Gamescom exhibitors say laptops were stolen from their booths — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/several-gamescom-exhibitors-say-laptops-were-stolen-from-their-boothsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Thefts target indie developers and publishers at Gamescom 2026https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/several-gamescom-exhibitors-say-laptops-were-stolen-from-their-boothshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/several-gamescom-exhibitors-say-laptops-were-stolen-from-their-booths#u54498Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:10:07 +0000At least three exhibitors reported the theft of laptops and handhelds from locked cabinets during Gamescom 2026. Stolen equipment included unfinished game builds, including a demo booth for the game Mimic that was stripped overnight. CD Projekt Red and other industry members have offered support to the victims. While police reports have been filed, Gamescom organizers responded by advising attendees to insure their equipment against theft and suggesting that robbed indie developers secure better security for future events.Why it mattersThe loss of unfinished game builds can jeopardize developm