The Game Awards 2025 Recap: The Winners, The Snubs, and The Future
The biggest night in gaming has officially wrapped up! The Game Awards 2025 delivered shock announcements, emotional speeches, and a historic sweep that nobody saw coming. Whether you missed the livestream or just want the highlights, we've got the full breakdown of the winners and the must-play titles you need to add to your library immediately.
From the unexpected dominance of a debut indie RPG to the long-awaited return of industry legends, here is everything you need to know about TGA 2025.
Game of the Year: The Historic Sweep of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
In a year stacked with heavy hitters like Death Stranding 2 and Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, the night belonged to one game: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
Developed by the talented team at Sandfall Interactive, this turn-based RPG didn't just win; it dominated. Taking home 9 awards—including Game of the Year, Best Narrative, and Best Art Direction—it set a new record for a debut title.
Critics praised its stunning Belle Époque aesthetic and innovative real-time mechanics that redefined the turn-based genre. It is, without a doubt, the must-play title of the year.
Best Action & Adventure Winners
While Clair Obscur took the top prize, action fans had plenty to celebrate.
Best Action Game: Hades II — Supergiant Games did the impossible and surpassed the original. With deeper combat systems and a gripping underworld narrative, Hades II stands as the definitive roguelike experience of 2025.
Best Action/Adventure: Hollow Knight: Silksong — Yes, it finally happened! Not only was it released, but Team Cherry's masterpiece lived up to years of hype, securing the win over Ghost of Yōtei. The wait was worth every second for its tight controls and expansive world.
Best Audio Design: Battlefield 6 — EA's shooter returned to form with bone-rattling sound design that set a new industry standard for immersion.
World Premieres: What's Coming Next?
Geoff Keighley didn't disappoint with the "World Premieres." You can watch all the new trailers on the The Game Awards YouTube Channel, but here are the reveals that broke the internet:
Control: Resonant — Remedy Entertainment revealed the next chapter in the Control universe, this time starring Dylan Faden.
Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic — A dream come true for KOTOR fans, this new RPG promises a return to deep storytelling in the Star Wars galaxy.
Resident Evil 9 — Capcom confirmed Leon S. Kennedy is back (again!), this time wielding a chainsaw in a shock trailer.
The "Snubs" & Surprises
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach — Despite leading with 8 nominations, Hideo Kojima's sequel went home empty-handed in major categories, shocking fans worldwide.
Player's Voice Award — In a fierce community battle, Wuthering Waves took home the fan-voted award, proving the immense power of the gacha community against traditional titles.
Build Your 2025 Award-Winning Collection
Don't just read about the history—play it. We have curated a special collection of this year's nominees and winners. From the strategic depth of Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles (Best Strategy Winner) to the fast-paced action of DOOM: The Dark Ages, you can find them all right here on our store.
Want to see the full list of nominees and categories? Visit the Official The Game Awards Website.