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Indie Gem Dominates Game Awards, Beats Blockbuster Sequels
12 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 won nine awards, including game of the year.
- New games announced include Larian Studios' next Divinity series project.
- Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic and new Tomb Raider titles revealed.
The Game Awards celebrated a remarkable upset as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 swept the ceremony, claiming nine awards, including Game of the Year. This critical success for a French indie developer, working with a modest budget, stood in stark contrast to the big-budget productions often dominating the industry.
The night also featured a flurry of exciting game reveals. Larian Studios, renowned for Baldur's Gate 3, teased its next project in the Divinity series with a unique social media campaign. Additionally, Arcanaut Studios unveiled Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, a new narrative adventure, and Square Enix announced two fresh Tomb Raider titles.
Other notable announcements included Hades II for best action game, Hollow Knight: Silksong for best action/adventure, and Resident Evil Requiem. The event highlighted both established franchises and emerging indie talent, underscoring the dynamic nature of the video game landscape.
