The Game Awards 2025 celebrated a monumental year for the gaming industry, honoring excellence across all platforms. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the event showcased over 30 upcoming titles and delivered a comprehensive look at the year’s biggest achievements, from critical darlings to fan favorites.
Key Takeaways
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was the night’s biggest winner, securing Game of the Year and eight other major awards.
- Major Hollywood stars like Jason Momoa and Miss Piggy made appearances, hyping upcoming game adaptations and new titles.
- Anticipation is high for future releases, with Grand Theft Auto VI named Most Anticipated Game.
- The cost of trailer placements at the event has reportedly reached up to $1 million.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Sweeps The Awards
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 emerged as the undisputed champion of The Game Awards 2025, clinching the coveted Game of the Year award. The visually striking RPG also dominated other key categories, including Best Game Direction, Best Narrative, Best Art Direction, Best Score and Music, Best Independent Game, and Best Debut Indie Game. Jennifer English received the Best Performance award for her role in the game, underscoring its narrative strength.
Star Power and Sneak Peeks
The ceremony saw a significant overlap between Hollywood and gaming. Jason Momoa and the cast of the upcoming "Street Fighter" film generated excitement with a first look at their roles. Gemma Chan introduced Lenny Kravitz as the villain in "007: First Light." David Harbour expressed his passion for tabletop gaming while revealing a new "Total War" title. Miss Piggy also made memorable appearances, even performing a duet with host Geoff Keighley.
Evanescence performed their song "Afterlife," featured in the "Devil May Cry" series, adding a musical highlight to the night.
Anticipated Titles and Future Horizons
Beyond the awards, The Game Awards 2025 offered glimpses into the future of gaming. "Grand Theft Auto VI" was crowned Most Anticipated Game, reflecting the immense player excitement for its release. Other notable upcoming titles showcased included "Solasta II," "Bradley the Badger," "Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis," "Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic," "Control Resonant," "LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight," and Larian Studios’ mysterious new project, "Divinity."
Industry Insights and Innovations
The event also touched upon the business side of gaming. A report revealed that trailer placements at The Game Awards can cost developers up to $1 million, highlighting the significant investment required for major reveals. Meanwhile, Spotify partnered with the event, sponsoring the Best Score and Music category and releasing gaming-inspired Spotify Singles from artists like Labrinth, Evanescence, and Bilmuri.
Other notable winners included "Hades II" for Best Action Game, "Hollow Knight: Silksong" for Best Action/Adventure Game, and "Donkey Kong Bananza" for Best Family Game. "Counter-Strike 2" took home Best Esports Game, with Chovy named Best Esports Athlete and Team Vitality as Best Esports Team.
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Bilmuri — Spotify, Spotify – Web Player: Music for everyone. - Jason Momoa, Miss Piggy nerd out at the Game Awards, Page Six.
- A Trailer At The Game Awards Costs Developers Up to $1 Million, Says New Report, Insider Gaming.
