The Game Informer Show The Game Awards 2025 Recap and Biggest Reveals
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Dec 12, 2025 The Game Awards 2025 delivered memorable moments, highlighted by Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's sweep. Hosts share their reactions to surprise reveals like the new Star Wars project and the excitement around Lego Batman's expansive mechanics. They dive into the significance of indie wins and discuss community burnout on over-talked games. From lush trailers to quirky ads, the passion for upcoming titles shines through, alongside reflections on awards' pacing and tone. Expect plenty of laughs and insightful observations along the way.
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Predictable Sweep Still Feels Significant
- The Game Awards felt subdued but professionally respectful despite predictable outcomes.
- Claire Obscure's sweep highlighted how one standout cultural moment can dominate industry conversation.
Claire Nearly Clean-Swept The Night
- Charles said Claire Obscure won every category except Audio Design, which went to Battlefield 6.
- He recalled feeling tired of hearing about Claire but moved by the real people and speeches on stage.
Indie Momentum Beats Big Budgets
- Big indie wins show smaller teams can outshine huge budgets in cultural impact.
- The hosts view Claire's success as a hopeful moment for scrappy studios gaining mainstream recognition.
