IGN Awards 2025: Honorees Revealed

Celebrating the Best of 2025: HAWXTECH.NETAwards Nominations Revealed

As we approach the end of 2025, it's time to reflect on the incredible entertainment that has captivated audiences throughout the year. From groundbreaking video games to unforgettable films and TV shows, this year has been filled with remarkable achievements. The HAWXTECH.NETAwards 2025 is here to honor these outstanding works and recognize the creativity and talent behind them.

A Year of Excitement and Innovation

This year marked a significant milestone for many long-awaited titles. One of the most anticipated releases was Hollow Knight: Silksong, which concluded a lengthy development cycle and proved that patience can indeed pay off. Meanwhile, new studios made their mark, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 becoming a central topic of conversation in the gaming community. On the big screen, movies like Sinners and One Battle After Another delivered thrilling experiences, while TV series such as Severance kept viewers engaged with its intricate storytelling.

A Comprehensive List of Nominations

The HAWXTECH.NETAwards will be announced starting on December 15, with winners revealed daily until the final announcement of Game of the Year on December 19. This year’s awards include categories such as Best Game, Best Movie, Best TV Show, and Best Anime, among others. Here are some of the top contenders:

Best Game of 2025

• Blue Prince
• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
• Donkey Kong Bananza
• Hades 2
• Hollow Knight: Silksong

Best Movie of 2025

• Frankenstein
• KPop Demon Hunters
• One Battle After Another
• Marty Supreme
• Sinners
• Weapons

Best TV Show of 2025

• Alien: Earth (season 1)
• Andor (season 2)
• The Pitt (season 1)
• Pluribus (season 1)
• The Rehearsal (season 2)
• Severance (season 2)

Best Anime Series of 2025

• Apothecary Diaries (season 2)
• Dan Da Dan (season 2)
• Takopi's Original Sin
• The Summer Hikaru Died
• Zenshu

Best Comic Book or Graphic Novel of 2025

• Absolute Wonder Woman
• Assorted Crisis Events
• Batman: Dark Patterns
• Drome
• Ice Cream Man

Platform-Specific Awards

This year, the HAWXTECH.NETAwards have expanded their criteria for platform-specific games. Previously, there was an emphasis on console exclusives, but this year, all games published on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo platforms are eligible, regardless of exclusivity. This change reflects the evolving landscape of the gaming industry.

Community Involvement

The HAWXTECH.NETAwards are not just a reflection of the content team's opinions; they also invite the audience to participate. Viewers are encouraged to vote for their favorite games, movies, and shows in the polls below. Your input helps shape the final results and ensures that the awards truly represent what the community values.

Additional Categories

Beyond the main awards, there are several other categories that highlight different aspects of the entertainment industry:

Best PlayStation Game of 2025

• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
• Dispatch
• Ghost of Yotei
• Hollow Knight: Silksong

Best Xbox Game of 2025

• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• Hollow Knight: Silksong
• Keeper
• The Outer Worlds 2
• Split Fiction

Best Nintendo Game of 2025

• Donkey Kong Bananza
• Hades 2
• Hollow Knight: Silksong
• Kirby Air Riders
• Mario Kart World

Best PC Game of 2025

• Blue Prince
• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• Hollow Knight: Silksong
• Hades 2
• Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2

Best RPG of 2025

• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake
• Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2
• The Outer Worlds 2
• Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter

Best Action-Adventure Game of 2025

• Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
• Donkey Kong Bananza
• Ghost of Yotei
• Hollow Knight: Silksong
• Split Fiction

Best Action Game of 2025

• The First Berserker: Khazan
• Hades 2
• Monster Hunter Wilds
• Ninja Gaiden 4
• Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound

Best Shooter Game of 2025

• Arc Raiders
• Battlefield 6
• Borderlands 4
• Doom: The Dark Ages
• Marvel Rivals
  While Marvel Rivals was released in December 2024, it arrived too late to be considered for last year's HAWXTECH.NETAwards. We have decided to make it eligible for this year's awards instead.

Honoring Excellence in Other Categories

Other notable categories include Best Roguelike Game, Best Puzzle Game, Best Strategy Game, and Best Remake or Remastered Game. Additionally, there are awards for Best Art Direction, Best Video Game Music/Score, and Best Performance in a Video Game.

Best Roguelike Game of 2025

• Ball x Pit
• Blue Prince
• Elden Ring Nightreign
• Hades 2
• Monster Train 2

Best Puzzle Game of 2025

• Blue Prince
• Is This Seat Taken?
• Keeper
• Lumines Arise
• The Séance of Blake Manor

Best Strategy Game of 2025

• Anno 117: Pax Romana
• Europa Universalis 5
• The Hundred Line: Last Defense Academy
• Monster Train 2
• Two Point Museum

Best Remake or Remastered Game of 2025

• Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake
• The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered
• Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles
• Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
• Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter

Recognizing Talent Behind the Scenes

The HAWXTECH.NETAwards also celebrate the individuals who bring these projects to life. Awards for Best Performance in a Video Game, Best Ensemble Cast in a Video Game, and Best Performer in a Movie or TV Show highlight the talent that contributes to the success of these works.

Best Performance in a Video Game of 2025

• Aaron Paul (Robert Robertson/Mecha Man, Dispatch)
• Ben Starr (Verso, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33)
• Erika Ishii (Atsu, Ghost of Yotei)
• Jennifer English (Maelle, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33)
• Konatsu Kato (Hinako Shimizu, Silent Hill f)

Best Ensemble Cast in a Video Game of 2025

• Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
• Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
• Dispatch
• Ghost of Yotei
• Hades 2

Best Performer in a Movie of 2025

• Amy Madigan (Gladys, Weapons)
• Chase Infiniti (Willa Ferguson, One Battle After Another)
• Jacob Elordi (The Creature, Frankenstein)
• Leonardo DiCaprio (Bob Ferguson, One Battle After Another)
• Michael B. Jordan (Elijah "Smoke" Moore and Elias "Stack" Moore, Sinners)
• Timothée Chalamet (Marty Mauser, Marty Supreme)

Best Performer in a TV Show of 2025

• Babou Ceesay (Morrow, Alien: Earth)
• Genevieve O'Reilly (Mon Mothma, Andor)
• Noah Wyle (Dr. Michael "Robby" Robinavitch, The Pitt)
• Owen Cooper (Jamie Miller, Adolescence)
• Rhea Seehorn (Carol Sturka, Pluribus)

Best Ensemble Cast in a TV Show or Movie of 2025

• Andor (season 2)
• One Battle After Another
• The Pitt (season 1)
• Severance (season 2)
• Sinners

Best TV Episode of 2025

• Adolescence Season 1, Episode 3 - "Episode 3"
• Andor Season 2, Episode 8 - “Who Are You?”
• The Pitt Season 1, Episode 12 - "6:00 P.M."
• The Rehearsal Season 2, Episode 3 - "Pilot's Code"
• Severance Season 2, Episode 10 - "Cold Harbor"

Final Thoughts

As the HAWXTECH.NETAwards 2025 continue to unfold, the excitement builds around the winners of each category. The celebration of excellence in entertainment is a testament to the creativity and dedication of the artists, developers, and creators who shaped 2025. Be sure to check back throughout the week starting December 15 as we unveil new winners each day. The ultimate honor, HAWXTECH.NET's Game of the Year 2025, will be announced on Friday, December 19!

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