Geoff Keighley announced the date via X (formerly Twitter). The event will once again be held at the Peacock Theater, while details about tickets and the schedule are still pending.
Geoff Keighley announced the date via Twitter
When and where is The Game Awards 2026
Geoff Keighley confirmed that the new edition of The Game Awards will take place on December 10, 2026. The ceremony will be hosted at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California.
For now, details about the ticket sales and the rest of the schedule have not been confirmed. That information will be announced in the coming months.
The Game Awards 2026 aims to establish itself as a major spectacle
The Game Awards has expanded its proposal beyond awards for the video game industry. Adaptations of video games into movies and series are also part of the context surrounding the event.
The Game Awards seeks to establish itself as a grand spectacle
The 2025 edition included a participation from The Muppets and promotional content for the upcoming Street Fighter movie. On stage were also Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, and other figures.
What announcements and reveals are expected at The Game Awards
One of the main attractions of The Game Awards is the exclusive announcements and previews of upcoming releases.
What announcements and revelations are expected at The Game Awards
The previous edition showcased a new title from Mega Man, several new games from Tomb Raider, and LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, one of the highest-rated titles of this year.
The last game shown during the 2025 ceremony was Highguard. The title was available for less than two months before ceasing operations.
All the winners of The Game Awards 2025: GOTY and complete list
The The Game Awards 2025 ceremony crowned Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 as Game of the Year (GOTY). The title was the big winner of the night, securing multiple awards in major categories.
All the winners of The Game Awards 2025: GOTY and complete list
The event took place on December 11, 2025 in Los Angeles and recognized productions from various genres, in addition to including awards for esports and creators.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was the big winner
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, developed by Sandfall Interactive, won GOTY and several of the most important awards at The Game Awards 2025.
Game of the Year: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Best Game Direction: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Best Narrative: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Best Art Direction: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Best Score & Music: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Best Independent Game: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Best Indie Debut: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Best RPG: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Best Performance: Jennifer English
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was the big winner
The game's performance made it one of the most recognized titles of the season and put France, the home country of the studio, among the stars of the ceremony.
