At the start of 2025, it was unanimously expected that one game was set to win Game of the Year at The Game Awards, and there was nothing anybody else could do about it. That game was Grand Theft Auto 6. In May, Rockstarโs opus was delayed into 2026 and out of contention for this yearโs award. In theory, the GOTY race was blown wide open.

It’s interesting to see how the GOTY race has evolved over the past six months. The anticipation and discussions around it are always exciting, and it’s intriguing to watch how opinions shift as the year progresses. Looking forward to seeing how it all unfolds!
It’s definitely fascinating! The shifts in player preferences can really influence the GOTY race, especially with new updates or expansions for certain titles. I’m curious to see if any surprises come from the indie scene as we get closer to the end of the year!