My votes on Golden Joystick Awards 2025

Best Indie Game

Best Indie Game celebrates independent games from small-to-midsize developers spanning genres including puzzlers, tactical RPGs, adventure games, shooters… as well as those games that defy description. The best indie games unite imagination, style, and innovation with inventive, rewarding controls to reinvigorate your love of gaming.

Still Playing (PC & Console)

Shooters. MMORPGs. Sports. Racing. Strategy. Still Playing - PC & Console celebrates games from all genres that we just can't stop playing, be they ever-popular online communities or games that receive frequent updates. This award recognises vibrant online worlds and ongoing games that are dedicated to delighting both newcomers and long-standing players.

Pick your three favorite games from the list below in order of preference, your first pick being #1, second being #2 etc. Don't worry! You can scroll further down and adjust your order if you change your mind. Once happy, click 'Submit Your Answers' and you will move onto the next category.

Still Playing (Mobile)

Still Playing - Mobile celebrates games from all genres that we just can't stop playing, be they ever-popular online communities or games that receive frequent updates. This category celebrates the biggest and best Android, iOS and mobile games, from F2P titles to premium releases and those available via subscription services.

Pick your three favorite games from the list below in order of preference, your first pick being #1, second being #2 etc. Don't worry! You can scroll further down and adjust your order if you change your mind. Once happy, click 'Submit Your Answers' and you will move onto the next category.

Best Remake / Remaster

A new category for 2025, Best Remake / Remaster recognises the challenge of recreating treasured video game experiences, balancing updated visuals and mechanics with nostalgic accuracy. The best remakes and remasters enliven the memories of nostalgic fans and introduce legendary stories to a new generation of players.

Studio of the Year

Our Studio of the Year award celebrates the development team or studio of any scale that has produced exceptional titles or updates over the last 12 months, setting the bar for technical best-practice, community management and studio culture.

Best Game Expansion

Best Game Expansion recognises a major game update or DLC expansion released in the last 12 months that significantly enhances the existing game experience and deserves adulation in its own right.

Best Audio Design

Best Audio Design recognises games with outstanding sound design that elevate the playing experience to leave a lasting impression.