At the 2026 BAFTA Games Awards in London, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 emerged as a major contender with 12 nominations. The acclaimed role-playing adventure was the night’s standout, securing four awards, including Best Game and Debut Game. Jennifer English won the Performer in a Leading Role award for her portrayal of Maelle.
Another notable winner was the superhero comedy Dispatch, which garnered three awards: Animation, Audio Achievement, and Performer in a Supporting Role for Jeffrey Wright, who played Chase.
The evening also celebrated Ghost of Yōtei, a historical samurai slasher that took home two trophies for Music and Technical Achievement. Despite seven nominations, the visually stunning Death Stranding 2 only won one award for Artistic Achievement.
Highlights from the BAFTA Games Awards
The event featured a diverse range of games across various categories. Here’s an overview of the winners:
- Best Game: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Debut Game: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- British Game: Atomfall
- Evolving Game: No Man’s Sky
- Family Award: Lego Party!
- Game Beyond Entertainment: Despelote
- Game Design: Blue Prince
- Multiplayer: Arc Raiders
- Narrative: Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
- New Intellectual Property: South of Midnight
Notable Awards
In the performance categories, Jennifer English’s win highlighted her compelling role in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Meanwhile, Jeffrey Wright’s contribution in Dispatch was recognized, as he received the award for Supporting Role.
The BAFTA Fellowship was awarded to Ilkka Paananen, the co-founder and CEO of Supercell, known for creating iconic games like Clash of Clans and Clash Royale.
The night was filled with excitement and celebrated a range of gaming experiences, showcasing creativity and innovation in the industry. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Dispatch were important highlights, reflecting the artistry and depth that games can achieve.
