Next Game Awards 2025 Date and Location
The next Game Awards 2025 ceremony is scheduled for December 12, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California, according to the official Game Awards website. The event will be hosted by Geoff Keighley and will stream live globally on multiple platforms including YouTube, Twitch, and X The Game Awards Official Site.
The Game Awards 2025 will follow the same format as previous years, combining the main ceremony with exclusive gameplay reveals and indie showcases. The Peacock Theater in Los Angeles has hosted the event since 2021, offering a capacity of approximately 7,000 attendees for the live audience Forbes.
Game Awards 2025 Nominees and Categories
The Game Awards 2025 will feature over 30 competitive categories including Game of the Year, Best Narrative, and Best Multiplayer Game. The nominees are selected from titles released between November 2024 and October 2025, with the finalists announced in November 2025 Game Awards Nominees.
The Game Awards 2025 will include new categories reflecting industry trends such as Best VR/AR Game and Best Community Support. The voting process involves a jury of international media outlets and fan votes, with the exact weight of each determined by the Game Awards committee Game Awards Voting Process.
How to Watch Game Awards 2025 Live
The Game Awards 2025 will be broadcast live on December 12, 2025, starting at 7:30 PM Eastern Time across YouTube, Twitch, and the official Game Awards website. The pre-show hosted by Sydnee Goodman typically begins 30 minutes before the main ceremony The Game Awards YouTube Channel.
The Game Awards 2025 will also be simulcast on major networks including CBC in Canada and available on streaming platforms such as Amazon Prime Video in select regions. The official Game Awards app provides real-time nominees tracking and interactive features during the broadcast Watch The Game Awards.