The Esports Awards 2025 celebrated the exceptional achievements of individuals and teams that have significantly influenced the competitive gaming landscape over the past year. The prestigious event highlighted a total of 22 categories, showcasing standout titles, players, teams, and pioneering organizations in the esports sector. Additionally, the awards included special honors for legendary figures through the Lifetime Achievement and Panel’s Choice awards.
Among the notable winners, League of Legends clinched the title of Esports Game of the Year, while PUBG Mobile was recognized as the top mobile game. The ceremony also spotlighted compelling marketing efforts, with Team Liquid’s 25-Year Anniversary Campaign taking home the award for the Esports Creative Campaign of the Year.
In the coaching category, Kim from Gen.G League of Legends was named Esports Coach of the Year, further emphasizing the crucial role of leadership in esports success. The realm of supporting services was dominated by Prodigy Agency, which took the award for the Esports Supporting Service of the Year.
The awards extended to notable commercial partnerships, with Red Bull earning the title of Esports Commercial Partner of the Year. Furthermore, Doran from T1 was recognized for the Esports Play of the Year for a standout performance in League of Legends.
Riot Games continued to impress, winning the award for Esports Publisher of the Year, while Liquipedia was acknowledged as the Esports Supporting Platform of the Year. The role of analysts and hosts was also celebrated, with aEvilcat claiming the title of Esports Analyst of the Year and Laure Valée being recognized as the Esports Host of the Year.
Emerging talents were recognized as well, with Mercules from OpTiC Gaming named Esports Breakthrough Player of the Year, and CaptainFlowers winning the Esports Play by Play Caster of the Year. Vedius was bestowed the title of Esports Colour Caster of the Year, highlighting his contribution to the industry.
Creating engaging content is essential in esports, and Jynxzi was honored as the Esports Content Creator of the Year, with S8UL recognized as the Esports Content Group of the Year. In the player categories, ZywOo from Team Vitality was celebrated as the Esports PC Player of the Year, while Xiao Hai from Team Falcons was recognized as the Esports Controller Player of the Year.
The event rounded off with Team Vitality taking home the coveted title of Esports Team of the Year. In a show of respect for industry veterans, Team Falcons emerged as the Esports Organisation of the Year, showcasing their consistent performance and impact.
Recognizing long-standing contributions, the Lifetime Achievement awards honored figures like Steve «LiQuiD112» Arhancet and Johan «N0tail» Sundstein, celebrating their remarkable careers in esports. Finally, Seb Leathlean from Riot Games received the Panel’s Choice Award for his pivotal role as Senior Stage Manager in League of Legends events, underscoring the importance of leadership behind the scenes in making esports successful and engaging.
The Esports Awards 2025 not only highlighted individual and team accomplishments but also showcased the growing significance of esports in global entertainment, making it a night to remember for everyone involved in this vibrant community.
