The Ringer-Verse Our Top 10 Highlights From the Game Awards | Button Mash
Dec 12, 2025
Join Matt James, Ringer Deputy Art Lead and Game Awards attendee, as he shares his exhilarating experiences from the event. He and Ben Lindbergh dive into standout moments, including Claire Obscur's impressive wins and the emotional highs and lows of the awards. They countdown their top 10 highlights, featuring exciting game announcements like Gang of Dragons and Resident Evil Requiem. Expect lively debates about cinematic reveals versus gameplay and some surprising snubs that left them buzzing!
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First-Time Game Awards Experience
- Matt James described his first time attending The Game Awards and enjoying the live crowd energy.
- He recalled a fan almost losing their mind when Donkey Kong won Best Family Game, showing niche passions in the audience.
Expect Fun, Not Serious, Movie Adaptations
- Matt James speculated movie adaptations like Street Fighter might be 'gloriously bad' but fun.
- He compared potential tone to past adaptations and anticipated enjoyable campiness.
Don't Expect Unscripted Viral Moments
- Expect tightly produced, predictable awards shows and prepare for few unscripted moments.
- If you want viral surprises, rely less on rigid control and more on allowing unpredictability.