The gaming world's most anticipated annual event, The Game Awards 2025 (TGA), has officially locked in its date. The ceremony, hosted by the ever-enthusiastic Geoff Keighley, is scheduled for December 11. This year's show promises not only to honour the finest games of the year across numerous categories but also to serve as a platform for several blockbuster announcements and substantial gameplay reveals, potentially putting years of fan speculation to rest.
The Game Awards 2025 Nominees: A Stellar Lineup
The race for the coveted Game of the Year award features an impressive shortlist. Contenders include Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Donkey Kong Bananza, Hades II, and the long-awaited Hollow Knight: Silksong. Other notable categories are packed with talent, with games like Ghost of Yōtei, Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and Split Fiction appearing multiple times across Best Direction, Narrative, and Art categories.
The awards will also celebrate achievements in Esports, Accessibility, Community Support, and various game genres, from Best Action title to Best Sim/Strategy game. The Most Anticipated Game category alone is a powerhouse, featuring titles like Grand Theft Auto VI, Marvel's Wolverine, and The Witcher IV.
Rumours and Confirmed Premieres: What to Expect
Beyond the awards, TGA is legendary for its world premieres and surprise announcements. This year is no different, with a flurry of leaks and confirmations already generating buzz. Rumours suggest a major reveal from FROM Software, potentially a gothic PvPvE title codenamed The Duskbloods or Project FMC, which might be an exclusive for the rumoured Nintendo Switch 2.
In a cryptic tease, host Geoff Keighley has been hinting at a major announcement linked to a giant demon statue in the Mojave Desert, sparking intense fan theories. Additionally, a brand-new Star Wars game, separate from known projects like Zero Company or Eclipse, is also rumoured for a reveal.
On the confirmed side, attendees and viewers can expect new trailers and gameplay for Exodus and Neon Giant's Project Impact. Capcom is heavily expected to showcase the long-rumoured Silent Hill Remake and reveal more of Resident Evil Requiem, featuring Leon S. Kennedy. Creative Assembly has confirmed a world premiere trailer for a new Total War title, and final release dates for Pragmata and Onimusha are likely to be announced.
Other Major Potential Reveals
The show's announcement slate appears packed. Strong whispers point to a PC port announcement for Death Stranding 2: On The Beach. A new entry in the acclaimed Control series, tentatively titled Resonant, is also rumoured. Furthermore, leaks suggest Ubisoft will provide updates on two highly requested remakes: Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Remake and Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Remake.
With a blend of confirmed content and tantalising rumours, The Game Awards 2025 is shaping up to be an unmissable event for gamers worldwide, celebrating the past year's achievements while charting the exciting course for the industry's future.
