The Game Awards 2025 Nominations Revealed
Paris, France – November 20, 2025 – Nominations for The Game Awards 2025 have been unveiled, spotlighting the year’s most innovative and celebrated titles and personalities in the video game industry. The awards, a globally recognized festivity of gaming achievement, will culminate in a live ceremony where winners are crowned across numerous categories.
the annual event, which significantly impacts game sales and industry recognition, draws attention from millions of gamers worldwide. This year’s nominations reflect a diverse range of experiences, from blockbuster racing games to independent artistic endeavors, and honor both the creators and competitors driving the evolution of interactive entertainment. The winners will be persistent by a combination of industry voting and fan participation, with the “Voice of Players” awards holding particular weight.
Racing and Sports games Lead the pack
Several high-profile titles are vying for recognition in the racing and sports categories. EA Sports FC 26 and F1 25 are nominated for accolades in the racing game sphere, alongside mario kart world, Rematch, and Sonic Racing: Across Worlds.
Content Creators and Esports Stars Recognized
The awards also acknowledge the growing influence of content creation and esports. Nominees for Content Creator of the Year include Caedrel, Kai Cenat, MoistCr1TiKaL, Sakura Miko, and The Burnt Peanut. In the competitive gaming realm, Counter-Strike 2, DOTA 2, League of Legends, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang, and Valuing are nominated as the Best Esports Games. Individual players brawk, Breeding, causeN, Kakeru, MenaRD, and Zyw0o are in contention for best Professional Esports Player. Team Falcons (DOTA 2), Gen.G (League of Legends), NRG (League of Legends), Team Liquid PH (League of Legends), and Team Vitality (Counter-Strike 2) are nominated for Best Esports Team.
Indie Games and Adaptations in the Spotlight
The Best First Indie Game category features Blue Prince, Light and Darkness: Expedition 33, Despelote, and Dispatch. The Best Adaptation category remains open, with winners to be announced at the ceremony.
“Voice of Players” Awards Pending
The highly anticipated “Voice of Players” awards, determined directly by fan votes, will be announced during the live ceremony. Further details about all nominated games and the awards schedule can be found at https://www.sortiraparis.com/loisirs/jeux-videos.
