The nominees for The Game Awards 2025 will be disclosed on November 17, 2025, at 09:00 PT / 12:00 ET / 17:00 GMT. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, this annual celebration of gaming excellence will culminate in a ceremony on December 11, 2025, known for its exciting trailers, gameplay showcases, and surprise announcements.
Fans can watch the live announcement of the nominees on YouTube. The anticipation is high, particularly with a recent leak suggesting an unannounced Ubisoft battle royale game inspired by Apex Legends.
Exciting Premieres and Potential Game Reveals
Coinciding with The Game Awards, Netflix will premiere the second season of Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft. The release on the same day has sparked speculation regarding potential announcements for the next installment of the Tomb Raider franchise. Despite recent layoffs, both Amazon and Crystal Dynamics are reportedly continuing work on upcoming projects related to the series.
As for the predictions surrounding the prestigious Game of the Year award, several titles are emerging as frontrunners. Among these, Clair Obscur Expedition 33 is gaining considerable attention. The director of Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth has praised Expedition 33 as his personal pick for Game of the Year, while Phil Spencer, head of Microsoft, has also endorsed it. The game recently won the title of Game of the Year at Gamescom x Asia and is nominated for several accolades, including the Indie Game Awards and the Golden Joystick Awards.
Predictions and Expectations for the Awards
The predictions for the Game Awards 2025 nominees include titles such as:
– **Clair Obscur Expedition 33**
– **Hollow Knight: Silksong**
– **Hades 2**
– **Death Stranding 2**
– **Split Fiction**
– **Donkey Kong Bananza**
Among these, Clair Obscur Expedition 33 stands out as a strong contender for the award. Other noteworthy games, like Dispatch, which sold over 1 million copies within ten days, are also gaining momentum in the gaming community. Titles such as Megabonk, Ball X Pit, and Blue Prince are expected to make a significant impact, especially in the Indie Game of the Year category.
While Geoff Keighley‘s event typically features six nominees, the wider gaming landscape showcases a plethora of exceptional titles that deserve recognition. As gamers reflect on a remarkable year of releases, the excitement for upcoming titles in 2026 is palpable. Anticipated games include Resident Evil Requiem, 007 First Light, and GTA 6, promising an exhilarating year ahead for the gaming community.
As the countdown to the nominees begins, it is clear that The Game Awards 2025 will continue to celebrate the creativity and innovation that define the gaming industry.
