Summary
The nominees for The Game Awards 2025 have been announced, with indie games featuring prominently in several categories. "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33" leads with 12 nominations, while "Death Stranding 2: On the Beach" has 8 nominations. The awards will be announced on December 11 in Los Angeles.
Key Facts
- "Clair Obscur: Expedition 33" received 12 nominations, the highest in the history of The Game Awards.
- Indie games like "Hades 2" and "Hollow Knight: Silksong" are contenders for Game of the Year.
- "Death Stranding 2: On the Beach" and "Ghost of Yotei" each received 8 nominations.
- The event will be livestreamed globally on December 11 from Los Angeles, California.
- The Game Awards recognize achievements in areas like game direction, narrative, and art direction.
- Notable nominees for Game of the Year include "Donkey Kong Bananza" and "Kingdom Come: Deliverance II."
- "Blue Prince" was largely overlooked despite positive reviews, receiving only one nomination.
- Nominees also include categories for Best Mobile Game and Best VR/AR Game.
