The Game Awards 2025 have just announced their nominations, setting the stage for a big night in gaming. Leading the pack is “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” with twelve nominations, making it the most nominated title in the award’s history. Alongside it, other major contenders in the Game of the Year category include “Death Stranding 2: On The Beach,” “Donkey Kong Bananza,” “Hades II,” “Hollow Knight: Silksong,” and “Kingdom Come: Deliverance II.”
Sony still shines brightly this year, despite its title “Ghost of Yōtei” not part of the Game of the Year lineup. With 19 nominations, it’s the most recognized publisher, followed by Kepler Interactive with 13 and a tie between Electronic Arts and Microsoft, both with ten nominations.
Game of the Year Nominees Breakdown
Exploring the major nominees for Game of the Year, several games are fighting for the top spot. “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33” is creating buzz, but each title brings something unique.
Here’s a focused look at the nominees:
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Death Stranding 2: On The Beach
- Donkey Kong Bananza
- Hades II
- Hollow Knight: Silksong
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
Voting Details and Event Highlights
Voting for the awards is now open until December 10 at 6 p.m. PT, allowing fans to have their say on winners across categories. The Game Awards will be held on December 11 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, featuring world premieres and major announcements.
The event promises plenty of excitement with game reveals and musical performances. It will stream on popular platforms, including a new partnership with Amazon Prime Video.
Production and Streaming Information
Geoff Keighley leads the show, and since its start in 2014, the Game Awards have reached incredible viewer numbers, with last year’s event hitting over 154 million live streams.
The production team includes executive producers Keighley and Kimmie Kim, with Richard Preuss as the director and LeRoy Bennett handling creative direction.
