Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Bags Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2025 – Full Winners List Inside
Expedition 33 sweeps The Game Awards 2025 with 13 nominations, taking home trophies including Best Narrative, Best Art Direction, and Best RPG.
Mumbai, Dec 12 : The Game Awards 2025 witnessed a historic night as Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 emerged as the undisputed champion, clinching the prestigious Game of the Year award. The indie sensation, which entered the ceremony with a remarkable 13 nominations, stole the spotlight, outperforming heavyweights like Hades 2, Silksong, and Death Stranding 2: On the Beach.
Fans and critics alike held their breath as the announcement came: “Game of the Year goes to… Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.” The crowd erupted in celebration, marking a career defining moment for the indie title.
The game’s sweeping success did not stop at the top honor. Expedition 33 also won multiple key awards, including:
Best Independent Game
Best Art Direction
Best Debut Indie Game
Best Score and Music (Lorien Testard)
Best RPG
Best Narrative
Best Game Direction
Other notable winners at The Game Awards 2025 included Donkey Kong Bananza for Best Family Game, Hades 2 for Best Action Game, South of Midnight for Games for Impact, and Counter Strike 2 for Best Esports Game.
The ceremony celebrated both blockbuster franchises and indie innovations, highlighting the creativity and diversity of the gaming industry. With Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s record breaking sweep, the night reaffirmed the growing influence of indie games in shaping the future of interactive storytelling.
