Highlights from the 2025 Game Awards Showcase

Tonight, the 2025 Game Awards took center stage, drawing millions of viewers eager to catch a glimpse of the future of gaming. While the event in Los Angeles is titled “Awards,” for many, it feels more like an extended E3-style showcase hosted by Geoff Keighley. If you missed the live broadcast and want to catch up on all the World Premieres, here’s a rundown of everything that went down at the 2025 ceremony.

After a few awards and a musical performance by aClair Obscur, we were treated to the first trailer for *Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic* from Arcanaut Studios. This single-player action RPG marks the return of ex-BioWare director Casey Hudson, known for his work on the original *KOTOR* and the *Mass Effect* trilogy.

Next, *Baldur’s Gate 3* developer Larian unveiled the mystery behind the statue teased all week: a new entry in the *Divinity* series. The brutal cinematic trailer featured a man being burned alive in front of a cheering crowd of cultists, setting a dark tone for what’s to come. The game is said to be even larger than *Baldur’s Gate 3*, which is quite a feat.

Following a heartfelt speech from Best Performance winner Jennifer English, we got a glimpse of a new shooter/roguelike titled *4:LOOP* from Sony and Bad Robot.

Then came the debut game from Wildflower Interactive, helmed by ex-Naughty Dog director Bruce Straley. This narrative adventure features an older woman and a strange plant monster navigating survival, though their relationship seems to take a dark turn by the trailer’s end.

Fractional Games and Kepler Interactive showcased *ONTOS*, a first-person horror game filled with unsettling body horror elements, reminiscent of the team’s previous work on *Soma*. It’s set to release in 2026.

For fans of Hoyoverse, a new character for *Zenless Zone Zero* was revealed.

*2XKO*, the *League of Legends* fighting game, is set to hit consoles in January, with a quick teaser featuring Caitlyn joining the roster.

We also got a fresh look at *Resident Evil Requiem*, featuring the beloved Leon Kennedy. The visuals were stunning, and the excitement was palpable.

*Order of the Sinking Star* is a fantasy puzzle game from Jonathan Blow, the mind behind *Witness* and *Braid*, boasting over 1400 puzzles and a 2026 release.

Matthew McConaughey is lending his voice to *Exodus*, an upcoming sci-fi action RPG shooter aiming to fill the *Mass Effect* void. Developed by Wizards of the Coast, it’s set to launch in early 2027.

Wizards of the Coast continued the momentum with *Warlock: Dungeons & Dragons*, introduced by *Battlestar Galactica* and *Mass Effect* star Trisha Helfer. The cinematic trailer confirmed a 2027 launch, with gameplay details expected in 2026.

Remedy took the stage to announce the sequel to 2019’s *Control*. After an elaborate presentation, we saw a cinematic trailer that should resonate with fans of the original. It’s slated for 2026.

The trend of intense trailers continued with *Gang of Dragon*, the first game from Nagoshi Studio, led by Toshihiro Nagoshi, a key figure behind the *Yakuza* series. It promises to deliver the same gritty storytelling fans have come to love.

Taking a brief detour from games, we got a first look at the upcoming *Street Fighter* live-action movie. While the plot details were sparse, the action was plentiful, and it definitely got fans hyped for *Street Fighter 6*.

Geoff had a quirky chat with a Batman minifig before unveiling a new look at *Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight*, which feels like a fresh take on the *Arkham* series.

After an hour of teasers, we finally got to see the next *Tomb Raider* game. The cinematic trailer featured Lara taking down scavengers, with Alix Wilton Regan voicing her this time. The game is set for a 2027 release.

We also got a peek at *Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis*, a remake of the classic ’90s game, showcasing Lara’s acrobatics and her signature combat against dinosaurs, arriving in 2026.

A moody trailer for *Forest 3* caught our attention, momentarily leading some to think it might be *Half-Life 3* due to the logo.

The *Invincible* fighting game is on the way for 2026, introducing a new fighter named Ella Mental.

Next up was a brief trailer for the co-op game *Orbitals*, which was aptly described as “anime *Split Fiction*.”

After a fiery appearance from Mephisto, Blizzard revealed the next expansion for *Diablo IV*, titled *Lord of Hatred*, set to launch on April 28, bringing new classes and significant changes to the game.

After a long wait, Deadpool is finally making his way to *Marvel Rivals*. He debuted with a stylish animated trailer, though gameplay details were absent. He’ll join the game next season in January, with Elsa Bloodstone following.

In a new trailer, we learned that Lenny Kravitz will play the villain in the upcoming *James Bond* game, *007: First Light*, marking his first foray into video games.

We also got our first gameplay trailer for the fantasy-soulslike sequel *Lords of the Fallen II*, with an update for the original game available now.

Housemarque and actor Rahul Kohli presented a new trailer for the roguelike shooter *Saros*, focusing on its story and characters, set to launch on PS5 on March 20.

*No Law* looks like a sibling to *Cyberpunk 2077*, capturing a similar aesthetic.

David Harbour from *Stranger Things* announced *Total War: Warhammer 40k*, merging the beloved strategy series with the Warhammer 40k universe, promising an exciting crossover.

Bandai Namco showcased *Ace Combat 8: Wings of Theve*, the latest entry in its flight combat series, set for a 2026 release.

Star Wars fans are in for a treat with not just an RPG but also a racer. *Star Wars: Galactic Racer* will let players experience podracing in 2026.

If you’re into emotional stop-motion co-op platformers, *Out of Words* might be right up your alley, launching next year.

We also got an extensive look at *Phantom Blade 0*, S-GAME’s upcoming wuxia action title, promising the challenging hack-and-slash gameplay reminiscent of modern *Ninja Gaiden* games, arriving on PS5 and PC on September 9.

As the event wrapped up, Capcom announced a new *Mega Man* game titled *Dual Overdrive*, with a brief gameplay clip and a 2027 launch date.

We caught a short clip of the upcoming *Super Mario Galaxy Movie*, featuring Mario and Luigi facing off against Bowser Jr., with Luigi delivering a solid knee to the kid’s face.

Closing the show was *Highguard*, a new fantasy shooter from Wildlight Entertainment, a studio formed by ex-Respawn developers known for *Apex Legends* and *Titanfall*. The game emphasizes traversal and quick movement, blending modern and fantasy weaponry, set to launch on January 26 as a free-to-play title.