The Golden Joystick Awards 2025 is just around the corner, offering multiple viewing options for fans. The event is scheduled for Thursday, November 20, at 8 AM PST, 11 AM EST, 4 PM GMT, and 5 PM CEST. Fans can watch it live on platforms such as YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, Steam, TikTok, and Twitter.
Event Details and Host
This year’s ceremony will be hosted by Maggie Robertson, famous for her portrayal of Lady Dimitrescu in Resident Evil Village. The show will welcome a variety of guest presenters from the gaming industry, adding to the excitement.
Featured Presenters
- Alix Wilton Regan – Prolific voice actor
- Adriyan Rae – Known for her role in South of Midnight
- Ben Starr – Voice of Verso in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Samantha Béart – Voice of Karlach in Baldur’s Gate 3
- Doug Cockle – The voice of Geralt in The Witcher games
Award Categories and Nominations
The Golden Joystick Awards 2025 will showcase 26 categories, including a new addition for the Best Remake/Remaster. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is leading with seven nominations, including the prestigious Studio of the Year award for Sandfall Interactive.
Top Nominations
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – 7 nominations
- Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – 5 nominations
- Ghost of Yōtei – 5 nominations
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 – 5 nominations
- Indie games like Hollow Knight: Silksong, Sword of the Sea, and Peak also have multiple nominations.
If you are unable to catch the show live, don’t worry. Video on demand (VOD) will be available afterward, and El-Balad will provide a roundup of all the winners for your convenience. Stay tuned for weekly updates and engaging content from the gaming community.
