BREAKING: The Game Awards 2025 goes live tonight, and we have the exact times. The industry’s biggest year-end stage is set at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. World premieres, surprise drops, and a few long-rumored reveals are all lined up. If you are planning a watch party, plan it now. The Opening Act hits first, then the main show takes over.
We confirmed the schedule with event organizers this afternoon. The Opening Act starts at 4:30 PM Pacific, and the main ceremony begins at 5:00 PM Pacific. Expect a 3 to 4 hour run. That means late snacks on the coasts, and breakfast trailers for Europe and Asia.
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When It Starts In Your Time Zone
The Opening Act, which includes early awards and first looks, starts at 4:30 PM PT. The main show begins at 5:00 PM PT. If you are outside the West Coast, here is how that lines up tonight and tomorrow morning.
Opening Act: 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, 7:30 PM ET, 12:30 AM GMT, 1:30 AM CET, 6:00 AM IST, 9:30 AM JST, 11:30 AM AEDT.
Main Show: 5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET, 1:00 AM GMT, 2:00 AM CET, 6:30 AM IST, 10:00 AM JST, 12:00 PM AEDT.
Plan for 3 to 4 hours. The Game Awards often push late, thanks to orchestra performances, long speeches, and those final trailer bombs.
Where To Watch And How
You can stream on YouTube and Twitch as usual. For the first time, the full show is also on Amazon Prime Video. That opens the door to living room viewing on native TV apps, with fewer setup hoops. YouTube will have the official feed, plus co-streams from creators. Twitch watch parties will be active, with live chat and emotes flying.
Prime members can open the Prime Video app on smart TVs, consoles, and phones. Search The Game Awards, then hit Watch Live.
If you want a clean signal for trailers, the official YouTube stream is your best bet. If you want hype with friends, join a co-stream. Either way, plug in headphones or route your audio to a soundbar. The orchestra hits hard.
What To Watch For Tonight
This show is more than trophies. It is the biggest stage for reveals outside June. Studios time their teases to land here. We are expecting a few new IP debuts, key updates on major sequels, and at least one shocker near the end. The Mojave desert tease, that eerie monolith rising out of the sand, is not nothing. It points to a dark fantasy announcement, and it is built to turn heads.
Fans tell us they want two things. They want gameplay, not just CG. They also want dates that stick. That pressure is felt across the industry. We will see which teams step up.
- Watch for a brand new world premiere early in the Opening Act.
- A big sequel update is booked for the first hour of the main show.
- An indie spotlight with a live music cue is set for mid-show.
- One last thing style reveal is slated close to the finale.
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Why Tonight Matters
The Game Awards sits at the crossroads of culture and commerce. It is the moment when developers meet their players in real time. A trailer here can set a studio’s year. A win can change a small team’s future. The Prime Video debut also matters. It brings the show onto the default TV home screen for millions of players and their families. That wider reach means more eyes on indies, more attention on accessibility wins, and a larger stage for the games that defined 2025.
For players, tonight is a ritual. You load a group call, stack snacks, and place your bets. You cheer your favorites, then lose it when a logo you love fades in. This is gaming’s night out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What time do The Game Awards 2025 start?
A: The Opening Act starts at 4:30 PM PT, with the main show at 5:00 PM PT. That is 7:30 PM and 8:00 PM ET.
Q: Where can I watch?
A: YouTube, Twitch, and Amazon Prime Video. Prime Video is included for members at no extra cost.
Q: How long is the show?
A: Plan for 3 to 4 hours. The finale often lands close to the last minute.
Q: What is the Opening Act?
A: It is a pre-show with early awards and first reveals. Do not skip it. Trailers drop there.
Q: Will there be co-streams and VODs?
A: Yes. Many creators co-stream live. Replays usually go up on official channels after the broadcast.
Conclusion
Tonight is the finish line for a wild year in games, and the starting gun for the next one. Set your reminders, pick your stream, and settle in. We will be watching live from Los Angeles, tracking every reveal and every win, and we will have the stories that matter first. Keep your eyes up when the orchestra swells. That is when the big one usually hits.
