The nominations for The Game Awards 2025 have just been announced, and they’re generating quite a buzz! From anticipated titles to unexpected entries, this year’s nominations certainly have something for every gaming enthusiast.
This year’s format closely mirrors that of previous years, featuring various categories where nominees aim for the highest votes. To keep you in the loop, this live blog will update as more nominations are revealed!
Complete List of The Game Awards 2025 Nominees
Nominations are categorized for your convenience. Below are the detailed sections, with updates as they come in.
Game of the Year
| Game Name |
|---|
| Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 |
| Death Stranding 2 |
| Donkey Kong Bananza |
| Hades II |
| Hollow Knight: Silksong |
| Kingdom Come: Deliverance II |
Best VR/AR Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| Alien Rogue Incursion |
| Arken Age |
| Ghost Town |
| The Midnight Walk |
| Deadpool VR |
Best Strategy/Sim Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| The Alters |
| Final Fantasy Tactics |
| Jurassic World Evolution 3 |
| Civilization 7 |
| Tempest Rising |
| Two Point Museum |
Best Sports/Racing Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| FC 26 |
| F1 25 |
| Mario Kart World |
| Rematch |
| Sonic Racing Crossworlds |
Best Score and Music
| Game Name |
|---|
| Hades II |
| Clair Obscur Expedition 33 |
| Hollow Knight: Silksong |
| Ghost of Yotei |
| Death Stranding 2 |
Best RPG
| Game Name |
|---|
| Avowed |
| Clair Obscur Expedition 33 |
| The Outer Worlds 2 |
| Monster Hunter Wilds |
| Kingdom Come: Deliverance II |
Best Ongoing Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| Final Fantasy XIV |
| Helldivers 2 |
| Fortnite |
| Marvel Rivals |
| No Man’s Sky |
Best Performance
| Game Name |
|---|
| Ben Starr (Clair Obscur Expedition 33) |
| Charlie Cox (Clair Obscur Expedition 33) |
| Erika Ishii (Ghost of Yotei) |
| Konatsu Kato (Silent Hill f) |
| Jennifer English (Clair Obscur Expedition 33) |
| Troy Baker (Indiana Jones and the Great Circle) |
Best Narrative
| Game Name |
|---|
| Clair Obscur Expedition 33 |
| Silent Hill f |
| Ghost of Yotei |
| Death Stranding 2 |
| Kingdom Come: Deliverance II |
Best Multiplayer Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| ARC Raiders |
| Battlefield 6 |
| PEAK |
| Split Fiction |
| Elden Ring Nightreign |
Best Mobile Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| Wuthering Waves |
| Destiny Rising |
| Persona 5 The Phantom X |
| Sonic Rumble |
| Umamusume Pretty Derby |
Innovation in Accessibility
| Game Name |
|---|
| Assassin’s Creed Shadows |
| Atomfall |
| Doom: The Dark Ages |
| FC 26 |
Best Indie Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| Absolum |
| Blue Prince |
| Hades II |
| Clair Obscur Expedition 33 |
| Ball x Pit |
| Hollow Knight: Silksong |
Best Games for Impact
| Game Name |
|---|
| Consume Me |
| Despelote |
| Lost Records |
| South of Midnight |
| Wanderstop |
Best Game Direction
| Game Name |
|---|
| Calair Obscur Expedition 33 |
| Death Stranding 2 |
| Ghost of Yotei |
| Hades II |
| Split Fiction |
Best Fighting Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| 2xko |
| Capcom Fighting Collection 2 |
| Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves |
| Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection |
| Virtua Fighter 5 |
Best Family Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| Mario Kart World |
| Donkey Kong Bananza |
| Split Fiction |
| Sonic Racing Crossworlds |
| Lego Party |
| Lego Voyagers |
Best Esports Team
| Game Name |
|---|
| Gen.G |
| NRG |
| Team Falcons |
| Team Liquid PH |
| Team Vitality |
Best Esports Athlete
| Game Name |
|---|
| Brawk |
| Chovy |
| Forsaken |
| Kakeru |
| Menard |
| Zywoo |
Best Esports Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| Counter Strike 2 |
| DOTA 2 |
| League of Legends |
| Mobile Legends Bang Bang |
| Valorant |
Best Debut Indie Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| Blue Prince |
| Clair Obscur Expedition 33 |
| Despelote |
| Dispatch |
| Megabonk |
Best Creator of the Year
| Game Name |
|---|
| Kai Cenat |
| Caedrel |
| Mo1stCritikal |
| Sakura Miko |
| The Burnt Peanut |
Best Community Support
| Game Name |
|---|
| Baldur’s Gate III |
| Final Fantasy XIV |
| No Man’s Sky |
| Fortnite |
| Helldivers II |
Best Audio Design
| Game Name |
|---|
| Ghost of Yotei |
| Battlefield 6 |
| Clair Obscur Expedition 33 |
| Silent Hill f |
| Death Stranding 2 |
Best Art Direction
| Game Name |
|---|
| Clair Obscur Expedition 33 |
| Death Stranding 2 |
| Ghost of Yotei |
| Hades II |
| Hollow Knight: Silksong |
Best Adaptation
| Game Name |
|---|
| Devil May Cry |
| Splinter Cell |
| The Last of Us Season 2 |
| A Minecraft Movie |
| Until Dawn |
Most Anticipated Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| 007 Firstlight |
| GTA 6 |
| Wolverine |
| Resident Evil Requiem |
| The Witcher 4 |
Best Action Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| Battlefield 6 |
| Doom: The Dark Ages |
| Hades II |
| Ninja Gaiden 4 |
| Shinobi: The Art of Vengeance |
Best Action/Adventure Game
| Game Name |
|---|
| Ghost of Yotei |
| Death Stranding 2 |
| Hollow Knight: Silksong |
| Indiana Jones and the Great Circle |
| Split Fiction |
If you’re a gaming aficionado, chances are you’re wondering about the trends and potential game-changers for this year’s awards. With big contenders like “Death Stranding 2” and “Clair Obscur: Expedition 33,” the competition is expected to be fierce.
Have you ever wondered what makes a game worthy of “Game of the Year”? Well, it often boils down to innovation, storytelling, and fan engagement. Titles like “Hades II” and “Kingdom Come: Deliverance II” certainly exemplify these qualities.
Curious about the Best Indie Game nominees? You’re not alone. Indie games often capture unique stories and innovative gameplay that resonate with players. This year, “Absolum” and “Blue Prince” are making waves!
Want to know who the best esports athlete is? The buzz around players like “Forsaken” and “Kakeru” is palpable, reflecting the rising popularity of competitive gaming.
If you’re keeping an eye on the industry, don’t forget to check out Moyens I/O for deeper insights into gaming trends and in-depth coverage. Dive into the excitement of The Game Awards 2025, and may your favorite titles take home the gold!