The Game Awards 2025 is happening on December 11 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, and the gaming world is buzzing with anticipation. Hosted once again by Geoff Keighley, the show kicks off with a pre-show at 7:30 PM ET followed by the main ceremony at 8:00 PM ET. Beyond the awards themselves, TGA has become the premier venue for major game announcements, world premiere trailers, and surprise reveals. Here’s what we know about this year’s show.
Confirmed Announcements and Trailers
Several studios and publishers have officially confirmed they’ll be showing something new at The Game Awards 2025. Archetype Entertainment confirmed that their sci-fi RPG Exodus will have a world premiere at the event, marking the first major look at the game since its 2023 reveal. Creative Assembly also announced they’re revealing a new Total War game at the show, though they haven’t specified which historical period or franchise it will cover. Fans are speculating everything from Medieval 3 to a potential Star Wars collaboration.
Pragmata from Capcom and Onimusha from Capcom are both expected to receive final release date announcements after years of development. Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is rumored to get a PC port announcement, following the typical PlayStation exclusivity window. The game is already nominated in multiple categories including Best Action Adventure Game, so Kojima Productions having a presence at the show makes sense.
The Big Rumored Reveals
Industry insiders have been dropping hints about several major announcements. A big Star Wars game is rumored to be revealed, with speculation pointing toward either Star Wars Jedi 3 from Respawn Entertainment or the long-delayed Knights of the Old Republic Remake from Saber Interactive. Insider Kurakasis suggested the title ends with “The Old Republic,” adding fuel to the KOTOR fire.
Tomb Raider fans might get something too. Raiders Society, a Tomb Raider news account, leaked that a remake of the original 1996 Tomb Raider could be announced, though this seems odd given that game already received a remake in 2007 with Tomb Raider: Anniversary and a remaster in 2024. Other rumored announcements include a potential Dead Rising reveal, Max Payne 1 and 2 Remake updates from Remedy and Rockstar, and possibly a Silent Hill 1 Remake from Konami.
What’s NOT Coming
CD Projekt Red’s joint-CEO Michał Nowakowski confirmed on social media that The Witcher 4 will not have any new content at The Game Awards 2025, despite being nominated for Most Anticipated Game. The cinematic reveal trailer premiered at last year’s show, but the game isn’t expected until 2027 at the earliest. Grand Theft Auto VI, another Most Anticipated nominee, is also unlikely to appear given Rockstar’s preference for standalone marketing events and their Fall 2025 release window.
Geoff Keighley installed a mysterious demon statue in the Mojave Desert to tease a major reveal, sparking speculation about everything from Doom: The Dark Ages to a potential FromSoftware announcement. However, sources confirmed it’s not related to The Elder Scrolls VI, which remains in pre-production at Bethesda.
Games Already Announced But Nominated
Several games announced earlier in 2024 or 2025 are nominated for awards, which means they’ll likely get new trailers or gameplay footage at the show. These include Elden Ring Nightreign, the co-op spinoff from FromSoftware announced at last year’s Game Awards and scheduled for 2025 release. Mafia: The Old Country, which already released in August 2025, is notably absent from major nominations despite receiving mixed-to-positive reviews for its narrative and characters.
| Game | Status | What to Expect |
|---|---|---|
| Exodus | Confirmed | World premiere trailer |
| Total War (New Entry) | Confirmed | Full reveal trailer |
| Star Wars (Unspecified) | Rumored | Possible Jedi 3 or KOTOR Remake |
| Tomb Raider Remake | Rumored | 1996 original remake announcement |
| Death Stranding 2 | Rumored | PC port announcement |
| The Witcher 4 | Confirmed Absent | Nothing new this year |
| Pragmata | Expected | Release date reveal |
The Most Anticipated Category
The Most Anticipated Game category offers clues about what might appear. Nominees include 007 First Light, Grand Theft Auto VI, Marvel’s Wolverine, Resident Evil Requiem (a speculated title), and The Witcher IV. While GTA VI and Witcher IV are confirmed no-shows, the other nominees could potentially make appearances. 007 First Light from IO Interactive has been quiet since its announcement, and Marvel’s Wolverine from Insomniac Games hasn’t been seen publicly since the massive 2023 leak.
Other categories reveal unannounced games too. Best Action Game includes Battlefield 6, Doom: The Dark Ages, Hades II, Ninja Gaiden 4, and Shinobi: Art of Vengeance. Best Action Adventure Game features Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, Ghost of Yōtei, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and Split Fiction. These nominations confirm these games exist and are far enough along in development to be shown publicly.
FAQs
When and where can I watch The Game Awards 2025?
The Game Awards 2025 streams live on December 11, 2025, starting with a pre-show at 7:30 PM ET (4:30 PM PT) followed by the main show at 8:00 PM ET (5:00 PM PT). The event broadcasts simultaneously on YouTube, Twitch, X (formerly Twitter), and most major streaming platforms. The show typically runs around four hours including pre-show content.
Will Grand Theft Auto VI be at The Game Awards?
Extremely unlikely. While GTA VI is nominated for Most Anticipated Game, Rockstar Games historically prefers to control its own marketing through standalone reveal events rather than sharing the spotlight at industry shows. With the game launching in Fall 2025, they’ll likely save any new information for their own carefully orchestrated announcements.
What is the demon statue teaser about?
Geoff Keighley installed a giant demon statue in the Mojave Desert to tease a major announcement at The Game Awards 2025. While speculation ranges from Doom: The Dark Ages to a new FromSoftware project, Keighley has confirmed it’s not related to The Elder Scrolls VI. The mystery will be revealed during the show on December 11.
Is The Witcher 4 getting new footage?
No. CD Projekt Red’s co-CEO explicitly confirmed The Witcher 4 will not have any new content at TGA 2025. While the game is nominated for Most Anticipated, it’s still early in development with an expected release window of 2027 at the earliest. Fans will need to wait for a future event to see more.
What Star Wars game is supposedly being announced?
Industry insider Kurakasis hinted at a big Star Wars announcement with a title ending in “The Old Republic.” The two most likely candidates are Star Wars Jedi 3 from Respawn Entertainment (the confirmed final chapter of Cal Kestis’s trilogy) or the Knights of the Old Republic Remake from Saber Interactive, which has been in troubled development since 2021.
How accurate are Game Awards leaks and rumors?
It varies by source. Some industry insiders like Jeff Grubb and Jason Schreier have strong track records, while others are hit-or-miss. Studios sometimes intentionally leak information to gauge fan reaction or build hype. Until something is officially confirmed by the developer or publisher, treat all rumors with healthy skepticism.
Will there be any Nintendo announcements?
Nintendo rarely makes major announcements at The Game Awards, preferring their own Nintendo Direct presentations. However, third-party games coming to Nintendo Switch 2 (which reportedly launches in early 2025) could get revealed with Nintendo platform confirmation included in trailers.
What’s the difference between a world premiere and a gameplay trailer?
A world premiere is the first public showing of a game or trailer, often cinematic without gameplay. A gameplay trailer specifically shows how the game actually plays. Many Game Awards reveals are world premiere cinematics that generate buzz but don’t show actual gameplay mechanics, which can be frustrating for fans wanting to see real footage.
Why The Game Awards Matters
The Game Awards has evolved from a simple awards ceremony into gaming’s equivalent of the Super Bowl halftime show. Publishers strategically time their biggest announcements for this event because of the massive viewership. The 2024 show drew over 100 million livestream views across all platforms. For developers, getting a slot at TGA means your trailer will be seen by a massive global audience in a single coordinated moment.
The award categories themselves have also gained legitimacy. Winning Game of the Year at TGA can significantly boost sales and validate years of development work. The nominations this year span from massive AAA titles to indie darlings, reflecting the diversity of modern gaming. Whether you’re watching for the awards, the reveals, or just to be part of gaming culture’s biggest night, December 11 promises to deliver surprises, excitement, and probably a few disappointments too. That’s just how these shows go.