Explore upcoming titles, the future of gaming and unforgettable moments of The Game Awards 2023.
In 2022, the gaming world witnessed an awesome spectacle of creativity, talent and innovation at The Game Awards. Hosted at a glamorous venue in Los Angeles, California, the ceremony delivered lots of memorable moments, including a first look at The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
The Game Awards 2022 are now over with favorites, Elden Ring, and heavy hitters like God of War Ragnarok having swept the awards ceremony with 6+ wins. Last year’s award ceremony attracted more than 100 million viewers globally.
“We are thrilled to report our 9th year of record-setting growth,” said Geoff Keighley, creator and executive producer, The Game Awards. “It was electric in the room, and felt so amazing to be back with the industry and fans as we lead into our 10th year in 2023.”
Kimmie Kim, Executive Producer, The Game Awards said, “We appreciated our fans and the continuing support of our partners. Most importantly, the hard-working production team behind the show.”
Thanks to its free approach to global distribution, The Game Awards delivered 103 million live streams. They did so across more than 30 digital networks including Twitch, Twitter, TikTok Live, Steam, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.
In 2023, things look to be no different. According to a recent tweet, The Game Awards will be celebrating its 10th annual broadcast.
The Game Awards 2023: A Night of Memorable Moments and Surprises
Just like in previous years, The Game Awards 2023 will be held at the Peacock Theater (formerly Microsoft Theater) in Los Angeles. The awards ceremony will be on December 7th 2023, and just like previous years, viewers expect lots of surprises.
From unexpected celebrity appearances to jaw-dropping game reveals and highlights, we expect the night to have it all. In 2022, Keanu Reeves, who made a cameo to announce the Cyber Odyssey DLC, made a surprise appearance. As he walked on the stage, the crowd erupted in applause.
In a press release, executive producer and host Geoff Keighley said, “Every year, we look forward to hosting an awards ceremony that honours the stand-out games of the year while also previewing and announcing the most anticipated video games. With so many beloved game franchises and developers creating new immersive experiences, whether in television, games, movies and beyond, we can’t wait to honour the year’s best games…”
Central to The Game Awards 2023 is its recognition of excellence in a variety of categories. From the Best Multiplayer and Best Art Direction to the Best Game Direction and Best Narrative, these awards highlight the many elements that contribute to the success of a game.
The awards ceremony’s wide range of categories ensures that game developers and others get recognition for their creativity and innovation. Aside from the awards themselves, The Game Awards 2023 also promises exciting game announcements and reveals.
Game developers use the show as a platform to unveil gameplay footage and trailers of upcoming titles. This usually sends waves of excitement among the viewers. From highly anticipated sequels to brand new games, these reveals and announcements shape the gaming landscape, now and in the future.
Where to Watch The Game Awards 2023
The team behind The Game Awards 2023 promises a night filled with celebration and excitement as fans and game developers come together to honour the best. With a diverse array of nominees and unexpected celebrity appearances, The Game Awards 2023 reaffirms that video games are a preeminent force in global entertainment.
To watch The Game Awards 2023 in the UK, you can do so on December 9th at 12:30 AM when the show will air across all major digital, gaming and social platforms worldwide. You can watch it live on YouTube, Twitch, Twitter, Facebook Live, Steam, Venues, IGN, Gamespot, TikTok Live and Instagram Live. It’s free!
