Celebrating a decade of excellence, the Esports Awards 2025 returned to Las Vegas with a powerful lineup of players, creators, teams, and industry leaders honoured across 24 categories at the iconic HyperX Arena.
The Esports Awards 2025 marked a landmark 10-year anniversary as it returned to the HyperX Arena in Las Vegas on November 19, delivering one of the most memorable nights in competitive gaming history. Blending Vegas-style production with heartfelt storytelling, the ceremony brought together top esports athletes, award-winning creators, global organisations, and industry veterans to honour the achievements that shaped esports over the last year.
From emotional acceptance messages to world-class visuals and surprise moments, the anniversary edition stood out as a decade-defining milestone for the esports community.
Key Takeaways from the Esports Awards 2025 Winners Reveals List
- IShowSpeed wins Streamer of the Year, delivering a heartfelt message to his global fanbase.
- Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut becomes Esports PC Player of the Year, strengthening his legacy.
- League of Legends wins Esports Game of the Year, continuing its global dominance.
- Team Falcons crowned Esports Organisation of the Year, while Team Vitality CS2 wins Esports Team of the Year.
- Doran wins Esports Play of the Year, celebrating his legendary, era-defining moment.
- S8UL, Jynxzi, Thug, Red Bull, Riot Games, Liquipedia among other big winners.
- First-ever Lifetime Achievement in Esports: Class of 2025 introduced to honour iconic contributors.
- The Game Awards 2025 esports nominations highlight LoL, CS2, Valorant, MLBB and world-class athletes—including Chovy, brawk, f0rsakeN, and ZywOo.
- The 2025 livestream saw modest Twitch views but massive engagement on X, crossing millions of impressions.
IShowSpeed Takes the Spotlight with Streamer of the Year Win
The night’s biggest highlight was Darren “IShowSpeed” securing the Streamer of the Year title after competing against 11 nominees including xQc, Kai Cenat, and Ibai. After being nominated last year but losing to Samanta “Rivers” Treviño, this win marked a major moment in his career.
In a pre-recorded message, he thanked fans for their constant support:
“Y’all know how much I work hard every single year to give you the best content and the best streams… I love y’all so much. It’s Speed Gang for life.”
His emotional words resonated across platforms, amplifying the significance of his victory.
League of Legends and ZywOo Lead Competitive Esports Categories
League of Legends, the global phenomenon, claimed Esports Game of the Year, while PUBG Mobile secured Esports Mobile Game of the Year.
In player categories, Mathieu “ZywOo” Herbaut was named Esports PC Player of the Year, adding another major achievement to his resume. Zeng “Xiao Hai” Zhuojun won Esports Controller Player of the Year, highlighting excellence across platforms.
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Team Vitality CS2 earned Esports Team of the Year, and Team Falcons was declared Esports Organisation of the Year, showcasing their rising influence in the global arena.
Content Creator Categories Highlight Global Influence
This year’s awards underscored the powerful role of digital creators shaping esports culture:
- S8UL – Esports Content Group of the Year
- Jynxzi – Esports Content Creator of the Year
- Animesh “Thug” Agarwal – Esports Personality of the Year
These wins reflect the impact of India’s and international creators in growing the digital entertainment ecosystem.
Doran Wins Esports Play of the Year with a Legendary Moment
Choi “Doran” Hyeon-joon captured Esports Play of the Year for a moment widely described as one of the most iconic plays in recent esports history.
In his message, translated by sub_bingsu, he said:
“It’s a great honor to have created a memorable legendary play in this era. I will keep playing my best and making more legendary plays to repay the fans.”
Industry Leaders and Brands Honored for Their Contribution
The Awards also recognized organisations that power the esports ecosystem:
| Category | Winner |
| Esports Commercial Partner | Red Bull |
| Esports Publisher | Riot Games |
| Esports Supporting Service | Prodigy Agency |
| Esports Supporting Platform | Liquipedia |
| Creative Campaign | Team Liquid – 25 Year Anniversary Campaign |
Each of these winners played a crucial role in advancing the esports industry through partnership, innovation, and service.
Lifetime Achievement in Esports: Class of 2025 Unveiled
For the first time, the ceremony introduced the Lifetime Achievement in Esports: Class of 2025, honouring pioneers whose work helped shape global esports:
- Johan “N0tail” Sundstein
- Peter “dupreeh” Rasmussen
- Matthew “FormaL” Piper
- Steve Arhancet (Team Liquid)
- Tom & Tony Cannon
- Tasteless & Artosis
Their recognition reflects the Awards’ mission to preserve esports history while celebrating its evolution.
Star Guests and Strong Industry Presence in Las Vegas
Notable attendees included Snax Gaming, Xavier Mortimer, and LuzGaming. Esports Awards CEO Michael Ashford described the night as a “decade-defining edition” and thanked industry partners including Esports World Cup, Oakley, HyperX, Hitmarker, Thunder Studios, Sizzle Creative, and Cuer.
Esports Awards 2025 Livestream Performance and Social Buzz
The Twitch livestream recorded 722 views within four hours, with viewers noting the absence of a live audience. However, the event’s presence on X told a different story.
- Livestream promo reached 1.8 million views
- X post crossed 4.5 million views
- 112 reposts
- Over 1,300 likes
This surge highlights esports fans’ strong engagement on social platforms.
Esports Nominations at The Game Awards 2025 Add More Spotlight
Ahead of The Game Awards 2025, esports categories generated buzz with nominations for:
Best Esports Game
LoL, CS2, Dota 2, MLBB, Valorant
Best Esports Athlete
brawk, Chovy, f0rsakeN, Kakeru, MenaRD, ZywOo
Best Esports Team
Gen.G, NRG, Team Falcons, Team Liquid PH, Team Vitality
The nominations sparked debate, especially around LoL stars and the inclusion of MLBB—one of Asia’s biggest esports.
A Landmark Anniversary That Celebrates the Evolution of Esports
The 10th anniversary of the Esports Awards showcased how far the industry has come—from niche competitions to global cultural dominance. With unforgettable wins, emotional speeches, and strong representation across games, creators, and organisations, the Esports Awards 2025 highlighted esports’ continued rise as a global entertainment powerhouse.
The winners list reflects a year marked by talent, innovation, and a community-driven spirit strengthening esports’ future worldwide.
FAQs on Esports Awards 2025 Winners Reveals List
1. Who won Streamer of the Year at the Esports Awards 2025?
IShowSpeed won Streamer of the Year, delivering a heartfelt pre-recorded message thanking his global fanbase for their support and highlighting his dedication to creating engaging content.
2. Which game won Esports Game of the Year in 2025?
League of Legends won Esports Game of the Year at the Esports Awards 2025, continuing its dominance as one of the world’s most influential competitive titles.
3. Who were the major winners at the Esports Awards 2025?
Key winners included IShowSpeed, ZywOo, Doran, Team Vitality CS2, Team Falcons, S8UL, Jynxzi, Thug, Riot Games, Red Bull, and Liquipedia across 24 categories.
4. What was special about the 2025 Esports Awards ceremony?
The 2025 edition marked the 10th anniversary, introducing the first-ever Lifetime Achievement Class and featuring high-profile guests, emotional messages, and powerful Las Vegas-style production.
5. Where can viewers watch the Esports Awards 2025 livestream?
The Esports Awards 2025 livestream is available for rewatch on Twitch, with additional highlights and winner announcements receiving high engagement on X.
