Get ready for a night of jaw-dropping reveals and heated debates—The Game Awards 2025 is here, and it’s packing more punches than ever! But here’s where it gets controversial: with multiple fighting game announcements on the horizon, fans are already divided over which title will steal the show. And this is the part most people miss—it’s not just about the games; it’s about the surprises, the awards, and the moments that’ll have you talking for months.
The pre-show has already kicked off, and you can catch all the action with us below. As we approach the end of 2025, it’s time to celebrate the year’s best in gaming, laugh at some awkward jokes, and witness a barrage of announcements that’ll leave you hyped for 2026. Tonight, December 11, Geoff Keighley’s extravaganza begins at 4:30 p.m. PT / 7:30 p.m. ET with a 30-minute pre-show, followed by the main event at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET. Expect it to run for several hours, just like in years past.
Fighting game fans, this is your moment! Multiple reveals are promised, starting with Invincible VS, which is introducing a brand-new original character and finally announcing its release date. Bold prediction: This could be the game that redefines the genre—or sparks a backlash from purists. What do you think? Riot Games is also stepping into the ring, unveiling the first 2XKO champion for Season 1 and possibly dropping the console launch date. But here’s the kicker: Could 2XKO dethrone the classics? Let us know in the comments!
While those are the confirmed highlights, there’s likely more in store. We’ve already speculated about other fighting games that might make an appearance, including Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls and the New Virtua Fighter Project. Controversial take: If Virtua Fighter returns, will it live up to the legacy, or is it a nostalgia cash grab? You decide.
And let’s not forget the awards themselves. The nominees for Best Fighting Game are 2XKO, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage, Mortal Kombat: Legacy Kollection, and Capcom Fighting Collection 2. Hot take: Is Mortal Kombat overdue for a win, or will a newcomer take the crown? Meanwhile, Capcom Cup champion Kakeru and Evo champion Weibo|MenaRD are battling it out for Best eSports Athlete. Who’s your money on?
With potential surprises still under wraps, this year’s show is shaping up to be unforgettable. Watch it all unfold with us below or tune in via the official TGA Twitch, YouTube, Steam, Amazon Prime Video, X TikTok, and more. Final question: What announcement are you most excited for, and which one do you think will fall flat? Let the debate begin!
