Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Leads Among the Nominees of the Golden Joystick Awards 2025

Voting has begun for the nominees of the prestigious annual Golden Joystick Awards 2025, where players have the opportunity to personally choose the winners in 21 categories. This year, the undisputed leader of discussions has become Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Nominations at the Golden Joystick Awards 2025

The debut project by Sandfall Interactive achieved remarkable success, earning six nominations, including “Best Studio.” Despite this impressive result, Clair Obscur is absent from several key categories, such as “Best Console Game.” At the same time, it is featured in nominations for “Best Storytelling,” “Best Visual Design,” “Best Soundtrack,” as well as “Best Lead Performer,” where Jennifer English is recognized for her role as Meyl, and “Best Supporting Performer,” in which Ben Starr is nominated for his portrayal of Verso.

Interestingly, the “Game of the Year” category remains closed for now. The final list of nominees is expected to be announced on November 3, 2025, so it is quite possible that Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 may receive yet another nomination.

As before, the list of contenders is determined by an expert jury, but the final decision rests entirely with the players. For this reason, the results of the Golden Joystick Awards are considered a true reflection of the gaming community’s opinion on the best games of the year.