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Alix Wilton Regan announced as Golden Joystick Awards host as Ultimate Game of the Year voting goes live
Alix Wilton Regan has been announced as the host for the Golden Joystick Awards 2026, taking place on November 11. Voting for the Ultimate Game of the Year category is now open, featuring nominees such as Forza Horizon 6, Resident Evil Requiem, and Pokémon Pokopia. The awards ceremony will celebrate the best games and developers of the past year, with winners chosen by the players.
GTA 6 could beat Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's record-breaking Game Awards haul - but I wouldn't bet on it
This article discusses the potential for Grand Theft Auto VI to receive numerous nominations at The Game Awards, comparing its prospects to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's record-breaking haul last year. While GTA 6 is expected to be nominated in major categories like Game of the Year and Best Game Direction, the author suggests it's unlikely to surpass Clair Obscur's nine wins due to certain categories being inaccessible for a major studio title.
GTA 6 is Officially Eligible for The Game Awards 2026, Barely Making the Cutoff Date
Grand Theft Auto 6 has been confirmed as eligible for The Game Awards 2026, meeting the November 20, 2026 cutoff date with its November 19 release for Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5. The game's immense hype is further fueled by its recent trailer, featuring Jason and Lucia, and an original score by Justice.
GTA 6 squeaks into eligibility for The Game Awards 2026 by the smallest of margins - but can it break Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's record number of wins?
Grand Theft Auto 6 will be eligible for The Game Awards 2026 by a narrow margin, releasing on November 19, 2026, just before the November 20 cut-off. The article speculates on its potential to break Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's record of nine wins, noting the immense anticipation for Rockstar's title. Separately, Rockstar Games faces scrutiny over recent firings at Rockstar North, which affected employees are calling union-busting.
Japan Game Awards 2026 winners announced, Pokemon Pokopia takes home the big prize
The Japan Game Awards 2026 winners have been announced, with Pokemon Pokopia taking home the Grand Award. The awards ceremony, held in conjunction with the Tokyo Game Show, recognized titles released between June 1, 2025, and May 31, 2026. Nintendo had a strong showing, with The Super Mario Galaxy Movie also receiving a Special Award.
Datumet är spikat för årets The Game Awards
The Game Awards will take place on December 10th, with Geoff Keighley announcing the date. The event will be held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles and will feature game awards and new announcements, similar to previous years. Last year's Game of the Year winner was Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
South of Midnight wins big at the 2026 Gayming Awards
Compulsion Games' South of Midnight won Game of the Year at the 2026 Gayming Awards, an event celebrating LGBTQ+ themes and creators in gaming. Other notable winners included Date Everything! for Best LGBTQ+ Indie Game and Team Liquid for LGBTQ+ Contribution to Esports. The ceremony, hosted by Erika Ishii, also highlighted the importance of queer representation in the industry.
God of War Laufey Voted Best PS5 Game at State of Play
God of War Laufey has been voted the best PlayStation 5 game showcased at the recent State of Play broadcast, securing 33% of the votes in a Push Square poll. Marvel's Wolverine came in second place with 27% of the votes, followed by Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, ILL, and Until Dawn 2.
All The Winners From The 2026 Canadian Game Awards
The 2026 Canadian Game Awards celebrated excellence in the Canadian video game industry, with South of Midnight taking home Game of the Year and Best Art Direction. Digital Extremes was awarded Studio of the Year, while Victor Lucas received the Game Changer Award and Femme Gaming won the Community Award.
Gaming Communities Show Their Passion in Award Voting - But At What Cost? | HappyGamer
A Genshin Impact fan's confession reveals how their community allegedly manipulated voting to win a Player's Voice award against titles like Elden Ring and God of War Ragnarok. This highlights the potential for organized fanbases to influence award outcomes, raising questions about the integrity of community-driven recognition and the power of dedicated gaming communities.
Op Ed
The author reflects on the Bafta Games Awards, arguing that prioritizing artistic merit over commercial success ultimately benefits the entire industry. The piece suggests that such recognition fosters creativity and innovation in game development.
Bye Sweet Carole: A Historic Milestone for Italian Excellence
The Italian video game 'Bye Sweet Carole' has won the Jury Prize in the Games – Best Independent Creator category at the 30th Webby Awards. This marks a historic achievement as the first Italian game to be nominated for and win a Webby Award. The game also previously received multiple nominations at the Annie Awards, Gamescom Awards, and NAVGTR Awards, and has sold over 100,000 copies.
BAFTA: Clair Obscur och Dispatch vinner lika många priser
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch were the biggest winners at the BAFTA Games Awards 2025, each taking home three awards. Clair Obscur was named Game of the Year, also winning for best debut and best lead performance for Jennifer English. Dispatch received awards for best animation, sound, and supporting performance for Jeffrey Wright. Arc Raiders was recognized for its multiplayer component.
Clair Obscur and Dispatch triumph at the BAFTA game awards
The 22nd annual BAFTA Game Awards honored outstanding creative achievements, with Sandfall Interactive's Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Adhoc Studios' Dispatch taking home multiple awards, including Best Game for Clair Obscur. Supercell CEO Ilkka Paananen received an Academy Fellowship for his contributions to mobile gaming. The ceremony also faced controversy regarding the last-minute removal of a trailer for the game The Quiet Things.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 takes Best Game award at 2026 BAFTA Games Awards but shares spotlight with Dispatch with 3 wins each
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 won Best Game at the 2026 BAFTA Games Awards, with Sandfall Interactive also securing wins for Debut Game and Performer in a Leading Role for Jennifer English. Dispatch tied for the most wins with three awards, including Performer in a Supporting Role for Jeffery Wright, and also received nominations in multiple categories.
Expedition 33, Dispatch the Two Big Winners at the BAFTA Game Awards
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch were the top winners at the 2026 BAFTA Game Awards, each securing three awards. Expedition 33 won Best Game, Best Debut Game, and Performer in a Leading Role for Jennifer English. Dispatch took home awards for Animation, Audio Achievement, and Performer in a Supporting Role for Jeffrey Wright.
BAFTA Games Awards 2026 Winners: Full Results and Biggest Moments | Invision Game Community
The BAFTA Games Awards 2026 celebrated a diverse range of titles, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 winning Best Game and Debut Game. Dispatch also received multiple awards for Animation and Audio Achievement. The ceremony recognized excellence across various categories, including music, technical and artistic achievements, and performance, with Ilkka Paananen receiving the Fellowship Award.
I'm Commander Shepard, And The Canadian Game Awards Are My Favourite Game Awards On The Citadel |
The Canadian Game Awards announced that voice actors Mark Meer and Jennifer Hale, known for voicing Commander Shepard in the Mass Effect series, will host the upcoming awards show. The event will take place on Thursday, May 21, in downtown Toronto and is partnered with the XP Game Summit Trade Show.
The Canadian Game Awards Has Unleashed It's 2026 Nominees & New Location
The Canadian Game Awards have announced the nominees for their 2026 ceremony, which will be held on May 21st at Toronto's John W.H. Bassett Theatre. Victor Lucas will receive the Game Changer Award. The awards celebrate Canadian developers and releases from 2025, with categories including Game of the Year, Studio of the Year, and Best Indie Game.
Hades 2 and Date Everything lead Gayming Awards 2026 nominations
The nominations for the sixth annual Gayming Awards have been revealed, with Hades 2 and Date Everything leading with three nominations each. Hades 2 is nominated for Game of the Year alongside other titles like Hollow Knight: Silksong and Ghost of Yōtei. The awards ceremony will take place on June 8, 2026, and will be hosted by Erika Ishii and Dawn.
