The Esports Awards 2025 is going big this year as it celebrates a decade of honoring the best in competitive gaming. To mark the ten year milestone, the event has introduced the Decade Awards, a special edition recognizing the most iconic games, players, creators, and organizations that have shaped the world of esports over the last ten years.
Unlike the standard yearly awards, the Decade Awards focus on long term impact, consistency, and cultural influence. It aims to highlight the defining moments and personalities that have left a lasting mark on the industry. The awards will spotlight excellence across 14 unique categories, including the Esports Game of the Decade, Esports Personality of the Decade, Streamer of the Decade, and Esports Team of the Decade.
The ceremony is set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on August 10 and will follow the ongoing collaboration between the Esports Awards and the Esports World Cup. This partnership will bring exclusive co streams and behind the scenes content from both events, creating what organizers are calling a Summer of Celebration.
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Esports Awards CEO Mike Ashford shared his excitement about the milestone. He called 2025 a monumental year, one that will not only honor the present but also reflect on the unforgettable decade that has passed. He emphasized the importance of celebrating competitive success and community impact, and said the partnership with the Esports World Cup adds another layer of significance to the event.
Some of the other major categories in the Decade Awards include Esports Coach of the Decade, Esports PC Player of the Decade, Esports Controller Player of the Decade, Esports Organisation of the Decade, and Esports On Air Talent of the Decade. Media outlets that have contributed to industry storytelling will also be recognized, with Esports Insider earning a nomination in the Esports Content and Coverage Platform of the Decade category.
As esports continues to grow into a global phenomenon, the Decade Awards serve as a reminder of how far the industry has come and the key players who have made it possible. From thrilling live events to breakout stars and legendary teams, this celebration will shine a light on the very best that competitive gaming has to offer.
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