Xbox-Playable Games Nominated at The Game Awards 2025

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At the Game Awards 2025, several Xbox-first party and third-party games have secured nominations across a variety of major categories. Many of these games are already available via Xbox Game Pass, making it easy for you to jump in.

Here are the key Xbox games nominated, along with the categories they’re competing in:

  • Avowed

    • Nominated for: Best Role-Playing Game

    • Why it matters: This is a major RPG from Xbox Game Studios, and its nomination highlights Xbox’s strength in the role-playing space.

  • DOOM: The Dark Ages

    • Nominated for: Best Action/Adventure Game and Innovation in Accessibility

    • Why it matters: Not only is it action-packed, but the accessibility nomination shows it’s also being recognized for making the game experience more inclusive.

  • Indiana Jones and the Great Circle

    • Nominated for: Best Performance (Troy Baker) and Best Action/Adventure Game

    • Why it matters: This title brings cinematic storytelling and a strong performance from a legendary character, which earned it recognition in performance and game-design categories.

  • Ninja Gaiden 4

    • Nominated for: Best Action/Adventure Game

    • Why it matters: The revival of a classic franchise shows up here, highlighting Xbox’s commitment to both legacy and fresh action experiences.

  • The Outer Worlds 2

    • Nominated for: Best Role-Playing Game

    • Why it matters: A sequel to a well-loved sci-fi RPG, its nomination signals strong narrative, exploration, and RPG mechanics.

  • The Alters

    • Nominated for: Best Simulation / Strategy Game

    • Why it matters: This title brings simulation and strategy into focus, showing that Xbox supports thoughtful, tactical gameplay as well.

  • BALL x PIT

    • Nominated for: Best Independent Game

    • Why it matters: An indie game with charm and creativity — its nomination brings attention to independent developers on the Xbox platform.

  • Blue Prince

    • Nominated for: Best Independent Game and Best Debut Indie Game

    • Why it matters: This is a fresh debut, and getting recognized in two categories is a big deal for a new indie title.

  • Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

    • Nominated for a whopping 12 awards, including: Game of the Year, Best Game Direction, Best Performance, Best Narrative, Best Art Direction, Best Independent Game, Best Debut Indie Game, Best RPG, Best Score & Music, Best Audio Design

    • Why it matters: This is a standout nominee — the most nominated game this year. Its presence on Xbox highlights how powerful indie titles have become in the race for Game of the Year.

  • Hollow Knight: Silksong

    • Nominated for: Game of the Year, Best Art Direction, Best Independent Game, Best Action/Adventure, Best Score & Music

    • Why it matters: A beloved indie sequel, its multiple nominations reinforce how critically acclaimed it is, especially in both gameplay and artistic design.

  • REMATCH

    • Nominated for: Best Sports / Racing Game

    • Why it matters: This nomination shows Xbox’s diversity — not just action or RPG, but also competitive sports/racing titles.

Why These Nominations Are Important for Xbox Gamers

  1. Strong Representation Across Genres
    The Xbox nominations cover everything: RPGs (Avowed, The Outer Worlds 2), action (DOOM, Ninja Gaiden), strategy (The Alters), and indies (Clair Obscur, BALL x PIT, Blue Prince). Whatever your taste, there’s something here.

  2. Accessibility is a Highlight
    With DOOM: The Dark Ages nominated for Innovation in Accessibility, it’s clear the Game Awards are paying attention to games that go the extra mile to be playable for more people.

  3. Indie Power
    Games like Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Hollow Knight: Silksong aren’t just on the list — they’re competing for top honors, including Game of the Year. This is great news for indie developers and shows Xbox is backing creative, unique titles.

  4. Player Participation Matters
    With nominations in major categories, Xbox players who use Game Pass can play these nominated titles now and then participate in Game Awards voting, supporting their favorites.

 Final Take

  • Xbox has a very strong showing at The Game Awards 2025, across both first-party and third-party games.

  • The nominated games are not only playable right now, many via Game Pass, but also in serious contention for major awards — including the highly prestigious Game of the Year.

  • If you’re an Xbox gamer, this is a great year to explore these nominated titles play, enjoy, and vote for your favorites in the Game Awards.

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