The Golden Joystick Awards have once again set the stage for awards season, spotlighting the top talents and titles in the gaming industry. This year, the much-anticipated event has already crowned its winners, with one game standing out above the rest. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has not only won the title of Ultimate Game of the Year but also swept several other categories, making it a memorable night for Sandfall Interactive and all its fans.
Clair Obscur Shines Bright
Sandfall Interactive’s debut game, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, was the star of the show, taking home an impressive seven awards. The game excelled in performance categories, with Ben Starr and Jennifer English winning accolades for their roles as Verso and Maelle, respectively. It also claimed victories in Best Storytelling, Best Visual Design, and Best Soundtrack. Incredibly, Clair Obscur won in every category it was nominated for, a testament to its widespread acclaim and creative prowess. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was the only game to claim more than two awards, marking a sweeping victory on all fronts.
Other Noteworthy Winners
While Clair Obscur basked in its well-deserved spotlight, other games also had their moments of glory. Ghost of Yotei captured two awards, including Console Game of the Year. Meanwhile, Hollow Knight Silksong was celebrated as the PC Game of the Year and Best Indie Game (Self-Published), further highlighting the diversity and talent within the gaming community.
Complete List of Golden Joystick Awards 2025 Winners
- Best Storytelling: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Best Multiplayer Game: PEAK
- Best Visual Design: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Best Indie Game: Blue Prince
- Best Indie Game – Self Published: Hollow Knight: Silksong
- Still Playing Award – PC and Console: Minecraft
- Still Playing Award – Mobile: Pokémon GO
- Best Remake / Remaster: The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
- Studio of the Year: Sandfall Interactive
- Best Game Expansion: Lies of P: Overture
- Best Audio Design: Ghost of Yōtei
- Best Soundtrack: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Best Lead Performer: Jennifer English – Maelle in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Best Supporting Performer: Ben Starr – Verso in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- PC Game of the Year: Hollow Knight: Silksong
- Console Game of the Year: Ghost of Yōtei
- Best Early Access Game: R.E.P.O.
- Best Gaming Hardware: AMD Ryzen 9 9950X3D
- Best Game Adaptation: Arcane Season 2 (Netflix)
- Best Game Trailer: Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer 2
- Most Wanted Game: Grand Theft Auto VI
- Breakthrough Award: Schedule I
- Streamer’s Choice: Peak
- Hall of Fame: The Sims
- Critic’s Choice: Donkey Kong Bananza
- Ultimate Game of the Year Award: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33