2026 has been another incredible year for gaming, and plenty of titles are vying for the title of Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2026. So, when is The Game Awards 2026? The Game Awards 2026 will take place on Thursday, 10 December 2026 – or 11 December, if you're in the eastern hemisphere. Nominations for The Game Awards 2026 are set to be revealed in mid-November. What to expect from The Game Awards 2026Beyond handing out the coveted awards to developers, The Game Awards always shows off dozens of trailers for the biggest upcoming games.