The Game Awards 2025: Start Time and Viewing Guide

The highly anticipated The Game Awards, hosted annually by Geoff Keighley, is set to return this year, shining a spotlight on the remarkable achievements in the gaming industry. This event promises a wealth of exclusive trailers, gameplay footage, and world premieres that showcase the latest innovations and trends. Additionally, the ceremony will honor standout games in various categories, including the prestigious title of the “Best”Video Game of 2025, along with accolades for best soundtrack, narrative, and voice acting.

If you’re eager to know how to watch The Game Awards 2025, along with details about start times and the exciting nominees, continue reading our comprehensive guide.

When Does The Game Awards 2025 Begin?

3 days until it happens.#TheGameAwards are streaming live on Thursday at 7:30p ET / 4:30p PT / 12:30a GMT / 9:30a JST. Set a reminder to watch in 4K60 at https://t.co/43LGUPoqKq pic.twitter.com/XC54GQcT1z — The Game Awards (@thegameawards) December 9, 2025

Mark your calendars: The Game Awards 2025 kicks off with a pre-show starting at 4:30 PM PT / 7:30 PM ET on Thursday, December 11. Following this, the main event is expected to begin at approximately 5 PM PT / 8 PM ET. The preshow often features exciting announcements, so be sure to join early!

These events are typically lengthy, lasting between three to four hours, so anticipate a conclusion around 9 PM PT / 12 AM ET. However, with Geoff Keighley at the helm, surprises are always a possibility.

For viewers located around the globe, here’s when to tune in:

The Game Awards 2025 Start Time
Dec 11 at 4:30 PM PT (Los Angeles)
Dec 11 at 5:30 PM MT (Denver)
Dec 11 at 6:30 PM CT (Chicago)
Dec 11 at 7:30 PM ET (New York)
Dec 12 at 12:30 AM GMT (London)
Dec 12 at 1:30 AM CET (Berlin)
Dec 12 at 8:30 AM CST (Beijing)
Dec 12 at 9:30 AM JST (Tokyo)
Dec 12 at 1:30 PM NZDT (Auckland)