The latest edition of The Game Awards, held in 2025, has wrapped up, with the role-playing game ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ clinching the prestigious Game of the Year title. This game made history by securing thirteen nominations and winning nine awards, the highest number ever achieved at the event.
Other notable victors at the ceremony were ‘Hades II’ for Best Action Game, ‘Hollow Knight: Silksong’ for Best Action/Adventure, and ‘Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves’ for Best Fighting Game. The organization Girls Make Games was honored with the Game Changer award for its efforts in empowering young women to pursue careers in the gaming industry.
Exciting news of upcoming game releases was also shared during the event, with titles like ‘Control Resonant’, ‘Divinity’, and ‘Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic’ being announced. Furthermore, ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’ was recognized as the Most Anticipated Game.
Launched in April 2025, ‘Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’ is a single-player, turn-based RPG that incorporates real-time combat elements, unfolding in a dark fantasy depiction of the Belle Époque era. The game can be enjoyed on PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S.
Below is a compilation of the major accolades bestowed at The Game Awards 2025: