The Game Awards 2025 was a spectacular night for gamers around the world. Held on December 11, 2025, the event celebrated the best video games of the year, with big surprises and record-breaking wins. Fans watched live as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 took home the coveted Game of the Year award, beating out heavy hitters like Hades 2 and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach.
Game of the Year 2025: Clair Obscur Shines
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, developed by Kepler Interactive, made history by winning Game of the Year and several other awards. The game is known for its unique art style, deep storytelling, and immersive gameplay. Other nominees included Hades 2, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and Doom: The Dark Ages.
Game of the Year 2025 when and where
The Game Awards 2025 took place on December 11, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, USA. The event was streamed live online for audiences around the world, making it accessible globally regardless of location.
- Date: December 11, 2025
- Venue: Peacock Theater, Los Angeles
- Start Time:
- 4:30 PM Pacific Time (PT)
- 7:30 PM Eastern Time (ET)
- 12:30 AM GMT (December 12)
- 6:00 AM Indian Standard Time (IST, December 12)
The main show lasted about three hours, with a preshow starting half an hour earlier. Fans could watch the event live via major streaming platforms like YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Facebook, and Amazon Prime Video.
Game of the Year 2025 Winners List
- Game of the Year: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Best Game Direction: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Best Performance: Jennifer (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33)
- Innovation in Accessibility: Doom: The Dark Ages
- Games for Impact: South Midnight
- Best Independent Game: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Best Debut Indie Game: Blue Prince
- Best Mobile Game: Umamusume: Pretty Derby
- Best VR/AR Game: Alien: Rogue Incursion
- Best Action Game: Doom: The Dark Ages
- Best Action Adventure Game: Hollow Knight: Silksong
- Best RPG: Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
- Best Fighting Game: Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
- Best Family Game: Donkey Kong Bananza
- Best Sports/Racing Game: EA FC 25
- Best Multiplayer Game: Battlefield 6
Venue and Atmosphere
The Peacock Theater, a well-known venue for major entertainment events, provided a vibrant and energetic setting. The stage was designed with dynamic visuals, interactive screens, and immersive lighting to match the excitement of the awards and game reveals. Attendees included game developers, celebrities, industry leaders, and passionate fans from around the world.
Best VR/AR Game: Alien: Rogue Incursion
Alien: Rogue Incursion by Survios won Best VR/AR Game. The game offers an intense and immersive VR experience. Other nominees were Ar Age, Ghost Town, Marvel Deadpool VR, and The Walk
Live Streaming and Global Reach
The main show was streamed live on multiple platforms, ensuring fans from every region could participate. Platforms included YouTube, Twitch, TikTok, Facebook, and Amazon Prime Video. Special interactive features allowed viewers to engage with live polls, real-time chats, and exclusive merchandise offers during the broadcast.
🏆THE GAME AWARDS WINNERS🏆
— Tech Dergi (@techdergi) December 12, 2025
▪️GAME OF THE YEAR: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
▪️Best Game Direction: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
▪️Best Multiplayer Game: ARC Raiders
▪️Best Narrative: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
▪️Players' Voice: Wuthering Waves
▪️Best RPG: Clair Obscur:… pic.twitter.com/zAfntThboc
Highlights and Show Structure
The event featured a mix of award presentations, world premieres, and surprise announcements. Each award category was introduced with a short video showcasing the nominees, followed by the winner announcement. The ceremony included performances, celebrity appearances, and heartfelt acceptance speeches from developers and creators.
