The Game Awards 2026 set for December 10 in Los Angeles

Geoff Keighley has announced that The Game Awards 2026 will take place on Thursday, December 10, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The event is scheduled to run from 7:30 PM to approximately 11:00 PM local time.

The ceremony serves as a major marketing milestone for the video game industry, often used by publishers to showcase trailers and announce titles for the upcoming year. The awards are determined by a jury of over 100 media outlets and content creators worldwide, with the exception of the ‘Players’ Voice’ award, which is decided by public vote.

Nominations for the event are expected to be revealed around mid-November. The timing of the ceremony creates significant release pressure for developers, as games released too close to the date may miss the deadline for Game of the Year consideration.