BAFTA Games Awards 2025: Celebrating Excellence in Gaming
The 2025 BAFTA Games Awards nominations were announced in London, featuring 42 games across 17 categories selected by over 1,700 BAFTA members. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 leads with 12 nominations, followed by Dispatch with nine, Ghost of Yōtei with eight, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach with seven, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle with six. Notable first-time performance nominees include Aaron Paul, Charlie Cox, and Jeffrey Wright.
A total of 255 games were considered for the awards this year, released between Nov. 16, 2024, and Nov. 14, 2025. The nominations reflect a diverse mix of established and independent studios, with several development teams earning their first nominations. The winners will be revealed at the BAFTA Games Awards on April 17, showcasing exceptional craft, artistry, and innovation in the gaming industry.
The nominations span various categories, including Animation, Artistic Achievement, Audio Achievement, Best Game, British Game, Debut Game, Evolving Game, Family Game, Game Beyond Entertainment, Game Design, Multiplayer, Music, Narrative, New Intellectual Property, and Performer in a Leading Role. Each category features outstanding titles and contributions from talented developers and performers.
The BAFTA Games Awards ceremony promises to be a celebration of creative excellence in video games, recognizing the hard work, innovation, and resilience of the industry's professionals. The nominees represent a wide range of genres, styles, and storytelling approaches, showcasing the diversity and talent within the gaming community. Stay tuned for the winners' announcement on April 17 to see who will take home the prestigious awards for their outstanding contributions to the gaming world.