Check out the winners and all the announcements from The Game Awards 2025.

It was already Friday (12) when Nicolas Doucet and Geoff Keighley awarded the ninth and most important trophy to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33The game had one of the most impactful participations in the history of... The Game Awards and won all the major trophies. In addition to that, titles such as Hollow Knight: Silksong, Hades II and others received recognition. The event also brought major announcements, including new tomb raider, projects of Star Wars, the continuation of Control, new Mega Man and several new features. Below, check out the main announcements and all the winners of The Game Awards 2025.

The Winners of The Game Awards 2025

See the winners of The Game Awards in all categories.

• Player's Voice (Award voted on by the community) – Wuthering Waves
• Best Esports Team – Team Vitality (Counter-Strike 2)
• Best Esports Athlete – Chovy Jeong Ji-hoon (League of Legends)
• Best Esports Game – Counter-Strike 2
• Content Creator of the Year – Moistcr1tikal
• Most Anticipated Game of 2026 – Grand Theft Auto VI
• Better Adaptation – The Last of Us: Season 2
• Best Multiplayer – A.R.C. Raiders
• Best Sports/Racing Game – Mario Kart World
• Best Simulation/Strategy Game – Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles
• Best Game for Families – Donkey Kong Bananza
• Best Fighting Game – Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves
• Best RPG – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• Best Action Game – Hades II
• Best Action and Adventure Game – Hollow Knight Silksong
• Best VR/AR Game – The Midnight Walk
• Best Mobile Game – Umamusume: Pretty Derby
• Best Indie Debut – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• Best Independent Game – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• Better Community Support – Baldur's Gate 3
• Best Game Ongoing - No Man's Sky
• Alumni Games for Impact - south of midnight
• Innovation in Accessibility Award – DOOM: The Dark Ages
• Best Performance/Acting Jennifer English (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33)
• Best Audio Design – Battlefield 6
• Best Soundtrack – Lorien Testard and Alice Duport-Percier (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33)
• Best Art Direction – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• Best Narrative – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• Best Director – Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• Best Game of the Year Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

The main announcements for The Game Awards 2025

See below for all the trailers of The Game Awards and the main announcements presented by Geoff Keighley, the mastermind behind TGA, and special guests.

The Free Shepherd

Estimated release date: 2027

The trailers started with The Free Shepherd, a new game that puts the player in the role of a Border Collie responsible for herding flocks across wide areas. The focus is on herding tasks, which require observing the environment, anticipating the sheep's movements, and using commands to keep the group together.

Decrepit

Estimated release date: 2026

Decrepit It's a first-person horror game set in narrow, dark medieval dungeons, where the player must proceed cautiously to avoid dangerous encounters. Exploration takes place in corridors that limit visibility and heighten the feeling of vulnerability, requiring constant attention to sound and low lighting.

Audio Mech

Estimated release date: 2026

Audio Mech It transforms music into tracks that change according to the rhythm, creating routes full of curves, obstacles, and changes in speed. The player controls a machine that reacts directly to the beat, requiring attention to sound patterns to maintain the flow and avoid collisions.

Pragmatic

Estimated release date: 2026

Pragmatic The game follows astronaut Hugh and android Diana on a lunar research station overrun by a hostile AI. The player must explore isolated areas, deal with out-of-control automated systems, and use environmental equipment and advanced technology to progress. Capcom which already has a confirmed release date of 2026 received during the The Game Awards 2025 A new trailer with new details about its story and gameplay.

Solasta 2

Estimated release date: March 16, 2026

Solasta 2 It's an RPG that promises to expand on the tactical approach of its predecessor by offering battles based on positioning, terrain reading, and intelligent use of group abilities. The player can create characters with different backgrounds and play styles, influencing how each mission unfolds.

Bradley The Badger

Release date: No date announced

Bradley The Badger It uses direct parodies of famous games to build an adventure focused on exaggerated combat and absurd situations. The player controls a badger that traverses scenarios reminiscent of familiar universes, facing enemies and challenges that play with already popular mechanics.

Stupid Never Dies

Estimated release date: 2026

Stupid Never Dies The game puts the player in control of a zombie-like creature with abilities that allow it to cause destruction at a rapid pace. The action unfolds in arenas and scenarios that encourage testing out moves, powers, and combinations that amplify the chaos.

Star Wars Fate of The Old Republic

Release date: No date announced

The first of the big announcements of The Game Awards This year was the revelation of the new Star Wars: Fate of the Old RepublicThe game is an action RPG aimed at those who enjoy single-player campaigns focused on choices. The game is developed by... Arcanaut Studios in partnership with Lucasfilm Games and is a spiritual successor to Knights of the Old Republic, allowing the player to forge their path between light and darkness through the decisions made. The adventure takes place in a galaxy in transformation, offering missions, branching dialogues, and systems that respond to the chosen play style.

Divinity

Release date: No date announced

Divinity This is the new project of Larian Studios, known as Baldur's Gate 3 e Divinity: Original SinThe title was revealed during the The Game Awards In a trailer that caught attention, the studio has yet to release concrete details about the production. The promise is that the game will be even bigger than... Baldur's Gate 3This indicates significant ambition for the new phase of the franchise. Early speculation points to a possible reboot of the series. Divinity Or even a remake, although nothing has been confirmed. New information should be announced in the coming months.

4Loop

Release date: No date announced

4:LOOP It's a four-player cooperative shooter that combines tactical action and constant experimentation. Developed by Bad Robot Games, the title features a science fiction universe designed to be replayed countless times, encouraging the group to test strategies and adjust decisions with each attempt. The central premise is learning from mistakes as the team seeks to overcome challenges that change with each match.

Coven of the Chicken Foot

Release date: No date announced

Coven of the Chicken Foot It's a solo adventure developed by Wildflower Interactive The game follows Gert, an elderly witch who begins her work after the end of traditional fantasy conflicts. Instead of exploring dungeons or facing creatures, the player follows the relationship she must build with an unusual being to fulfill a coven oath. The game focuses on tasks, interactions, and choices that strengthen this bond, presenting a journey centered on everyday actions and the coexistence between characters from very different backgrounds.

Ontos

Estimated release date: 2026

ONTOS It's a science fiction thriller that serves as a spiritual successor to... SOMAThe story leads the player to investigate events connected to their father's past. The initial search for answers evolves into discoveries about the very nature of reality and the protagonist's role within it. The narrative is guided by choices that influence the course of the story and confront the player with direct consequences.

Resident Evil Requiem

Estimated release date: 2026

Resident Evil Requiem The game features two intersecting campaigns, following FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft and agent Leon S. Kennedy. The big surprise of the night (or should have been, since the announcement had already been leaked days before) was the announcement of Leon's presence in the game, marking an important return to the series, bringing a more direct combat style that contrasts with Grace's investigative approach. The two approaches progress in parallel and connect as the player explores areas and faces new threats.

Order of the Sinking Star

Estimated release date: 2027

Order of the Sinking Star It is a puzzle-focused adventure game developed by Thecla and scheduled for 2026. Created by Jonathan Blow, creator of The WitnessThe game features over a thousand puzzles designed to intertwine across hundreds of hours of gameplay. Players explore four different worlds that, at a certain point, begin to intersect, causing puzzle systems to combine. The game involves investigating environments, activating mechanisms, and understanding internal rules that become more complex as new areas are opened and challenges arise.

EXODUS – The Rise of Jun Aslan

Estimated release date: 2027

EXODUS – The Rise of Jun Aslan It follows Jun Aslan, a rescuer who becomes humanity's main hope in the face of... celestialsThe player leads an interstellar crew through a galaxy full of locations to explore while trying to obtain technology capable of balancing the conflict. Travel at near the speed of light has a direct impact on time, meaning that decisions affect not only the mission, but also those left behind.

Warlock: Dungeons and Dragons

Estimated release date: 2027

Warlock: Dungeons and Dragons It is a third-person action-adventure game developed by Invoke Studios and set in a dark fantasy open world inspired by... Dungeons & DragonsThe player controls Kaatri, a veteran warrior who makes a pact to use magic of another origin against forces that threaten the region.

Screamer

Estimated release date: March 26, 2026

Screamer It's a new version of the 1995 classic, now transformed into a futuristic racing game with a focus on narrative. The player traverses a dystopian, anime-inspired world where each driver has their own motivation and each vehicle also functions as a weapon. The experience combines speed, in-race combat, and animated sequences produced in collaboration with the Japanese studio. Polygon Pictures.

Resonant Control

Estimated release date: 2026

Resonant Control continues the universe created by Remedybut it puts Dylan, Jesse Faden's brother, in the lead role. The story takes place years after Control It begins when an unknown entity escapes from the Old House, leaving Jesse missing. Now in Manhattan, Dylan must grapple with his newfound powers while investigating the source of this threat.

Gang of Dragon

Release date: No date announced

Gang of Dragon It was presented with a trailer that highlights an intense fight in a bar, placing Ma Dong-seok as the central figure in the confrontation. Although it doesn't show gameplay, the video indicates that the game will follow a line focused on direct action and hand-to-hand combat. Still without a release date, the project is attracting attention for being developed by... Nagoshi Studio, led by Toshihiro Nagoshi, known for the series Yakuza.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight

Estimated release date: May 29, 2026

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight The release date has been confirmed, with the Switch 2 version arriving later. The game puts the player in the role of the Dark Knight in a reimagining of the character's central storyline, combining action, exploration, and the humor typical of LEGO adaptations. The adventure features a... Gotham City In an open world, the combat is accessible, and the missions revisit important moments from the hero's mythology.

Tomb Raider: Catalyst

Estimated release date: 2027

Tomb Raider: Catalyst This is the newest chapter in the franchise and arrives in 2027 as a direct continuation of the trilogy that began in 2013. Developed by Crystal Dynamics since 2022, the game takes Lara Croft on an unprecedented journey through northern India, where she investigates newly discovered secrets and confronts forces protecting this past. Built on Unreal Engine 5The title promises the largest world ever created for the series, bringing together exploration, action, and environmental challenges as the ancient and the contemporary intersect.

Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis

Estimated release date: 2026

And Lara Croft fans received another gift! Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis revisits Lara Croft's first adventure in an updated version developed by Crystal Dynamics in partnership with Flying Wild HogThe game recreates the atmosphere of the classic with modern visuals, new design, and unprecedented elements that expand the original experience. The player explores forgotten regions, overcomes dangerous terrain, and solves lethal mechanisms while searching for the pieces of the... Scion, an artifact of great power.

Orbitals

Estimated release date: 2026

Orbitals It's a cooperative adventure for two players announced on The Game Awards 2025 and exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. Developed by Shapefarm and published by Kepler InteractiveThe game was created specifically for asymmetrical multiplayer. Players control Maki and Omura, explorers who must work together to save their space station from the effects of a cosmic storm. The journey involves using tools, piloting spaceships through dangerous areas, and traversing anime-inspired environments.

forest 3

Release date: no date announced

forest 3 marks the return of Endnight games The game is a new addition to the franchise, now introducing a setting quite different from previous games. In the reveal trailer, a character on a spaceship is pulled through a portal and crashes on an alien planet teeming with strange creatures, including beings with distorted human forms. Few details are available regarding gameplay or structure, but the change in environment suggests new dangers and survival systems.

Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred

Estimated release date: April 28, 2026

Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred This is the new expansion planned for April 28, 2026, and it continues the events of... Vessel of HatredPlayers once again face Mephisto and must forge unexpected alliances to advance through the campaign. The content introduces the Paladin and also a new, yet-to-be-announced class, in addition to classic abilities such as Auras, Blessed Hammer, Blessed Shield, and Zeal. The expansion also brings an oath system, allowing players to adopt distinct playstyles depending on their choices.

Invincible VS

Estimated release date: April 30, 2026

Invincible VS It's a 3v3 fighting game set in the universe of InvincibleAllowing players to assemble teams and switch between characters during battles in iconic settings from the franchise, combat focuses on speed, chained combos, and high-impact special moves. The title offers different modes, including a Story mode with an original storyline, as well as Arcade, Training, and casual and competitive multiplayer.

The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin

Estimated release date: 2026

The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin It's an open-world action RPG based in the universe of The Seven Deadly SinsThe player takes on the role of Prince Tristan, who must restore order in Britannia Following a temporal collapse that blends eras and characters, the exploration takes place on a vast map filled with creatures, secret areas, and environments inspired by the anime.

007 First Light

Estimated release date: March 26, 2026

007 First Light A new trailer has been released, revealing that one of its villains will be played by Lenny Kravitz. The announcement showcased the musician's look in the role, a stylish character reminiscent of the great villains from the 007 series, with incredible graphics. The game follows the modern style adopted by the franchise in recent years, combining action, espionage, and stylized storytelling.

Lords of the Fallen 2

Estimated release date: 2026

Lords of the Fallen 2 received a new trailer during the The Game Awards 2025, offering the first look at the continuation of the reboot released in 2023. Developed by CI Gamesthe title follows the line soulslike from the series, promising challenging combat and progression based on challenges.

saros

Estimated release date: March 20, 2026

SAROS This is the new project of Housemarque, a studio known for return, and received a new trailer during The Game Awards 2025. The player takes on the role of Arjun Devraj, played by Rahul Kohli, who lives in the space colony of CarcosaThe story features a multi-armed cosmic creature that grows in power during an eclipse-like phenomenon. The game combines exploration and combat as Arjun tries to understand the origin of this threat and protect the colony.

No Law

Release date: No date announced

No Law is an shooter first-person with open-world RPG elements set in Port Desire, a city marked by neon lights and crime. Developed by Neon giant in partnership with CRAFTONIn this game, the player takes on the role of Grey Harker, a former operative who returns to action seeking revenge. The experience allows players to progress through direct combat or stealth, with choices influencing the course of the city and how its inhabitants react.

phasmophobia

Estimated release date: 2026

phasmophobia arrives at Nintendo Switch 2 Bringing the cooperative supernatural investigation experience to the new console. The game puts up to four players in haunted houses, schools, and other locations to identify different types of entities using equipment such as cameras, sensors, and EMF detectors.

Total War: Warhammer 40K

Release date: No date announced

Total War: Warhammer 40K It combines galactic strategy and real-time battles within the universe. Warhammer 40.000The game puts the player in command of iconic factions, each with its own units and a distinct expansion style. Furthermore, it's possible to customize war machines to strengthen armies and define different approaches for each campaign.

Ace Combat 8 ​​– Wings of Theve

Estimated release date: 2026

Ace Combat 8 ​​– Wings of Theve Follow a pilot rescued by an old aircraft carrier after the fall of the Usea Central Federation during the invasion of the Republic of Sotoa. Aboard the Endurance, you receive a codename linked to a legendary ace, created solely to maintain crew morale. The campaign features missions focused on aerial combat, strategic use of weapons, and progression based on player performance.

Out of Words

Estimated release date: 2026

Out of Words It's a cooperative platform adventure set in the artisan world of Vokabulantiswhere everything is created in stop motionPlayers control Kurt and Karla, who embark on a journey connected to the moment they first held hands. The experience can be enjoyed online or in-game. co-op Local, always focused on communication and synchronicity. The campaign features physics-defying puzzles, exploration through cities molded in clay, and handcrafted sets.

Star Wars Galactic Racer

Estimated release date: 2026

Star Wars Galactic Racer This game presents a reimagining of racing set in the Outer Rim of the Star Wars universe after the fall of the Empire. In this game, the player participates in... Galactic League, an underground circuit funded by unions seeking influence through skilled pilots.

Phantom Blade 0

Estimated release date: September 9, 2026

Phantom Blade 0 finally gets a release date on The Game Awards 2025 And it presents Soul's story in a beautiful trailer. The character is a warrior unjustly accused of murdering his master. With only sixty-six days left to live, he travels through regions marked by fragile alliances and ancient enemies, trying to understand the conspiracy that condemned him.

Mega Man Dual Override

Estimated release date: 2027

One of the biggest surprises of the night, Mega Man returns in 2027 with a new chapter in the classic action-platformer series. Capcom. In Mega Man Dual OverrideIn this game, the player faces legions of robots while advancing through unprecedented futuristic scenarios that expand the franchise's universe in yet another highly anticipated game for fans.

Highguard

Estimated release date: January 5, 2026

Highguard It presents a proposal focused on competitive action, combining elements of team shooting and raids. PvPCreated by the studio behind Apex Legends e TitanfallThe game puts the player in the role of a Warden, a fighter who masters arcane skills and special weapons. The objective is to face other teams to capture the Shieldbreaker and then invade the enemy base to secure territorial control.

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Text revised by Alexandre Marques in 12 / 12 / 2025.

Source: The Game Awards.