The Winners of the Steam Awards 2025 Have Been Announced
The Steam Awards, publicly voted by Valve, were announced at the beginning of the New Year.
Game of the Year overall goes to Hollow Knight: Silksong, which also won the Most Difficult Game Award.
Hades 2 won the Best Game Award on Steam Deck and Dispatch won the Best Story Game Award.
Here are the winners in each category, all of which are currently on sale for the Winter Sale.
Winners of the Steam Awards 2025
Game of the Year Award
Immersive gameplay or captivating story… well-written characters, slick design, or fun multiplayer modes. Whatever the reason, the winner of the Game of the Year Award is definitely well-loved.
Hollow Knight: Silksong (Winner)
VR Game of the Year Award
This year’s VR game doesn’t just mimic reality. It polishes reality by utilizing VR as a medium and pushing the boundaries of the virtual world.
The Midnight Walk (Winner)
Made with Love Award
This game has been out for a long time. Even though it has passed its debut phase, like a good parent, the developers continue to nurture and support their creation. This game, to this day, still receives new content even after years on the market.
Baldur’s Gate 3 (Winner)
Best Game on Steam Deck Award
This game is so fun that you want to take it wherever you go! And that’s exactly what you do with your Steam Deck! Fortunately, everything that makes you play nonstop at your desk feels even better when taken on the go.
Hades II (Winner)
Friendship Unifier Award
There are a number of games out there that just don’t feel the same when played alone. Maybe you need a friend to watch your back or one you can stab in the back. Whatever it is, playing this game with your friends is guaranteed to be a blast.
PEAK (Winner)
Outstanding Visual Style Award
Visual style doesn’t have to represent real-world graphics (though that can be a noble goal)… but can depict the unique look and feel of the game itself.
SILENT HILL f (Winner)
Most Innovative Gameplay Award
The designers of this game are at the forefront of creative experimentation—bringing a new perspective and surprises that will leave you stunned. This game offers a gaming experience like never before.
ARC Raiders (Winner)
Best Hardest Game Award
This is a game that rewards perseverance and is not for the faint-hearted. This is the hardest game that is loved.
Hollow Knight: Silksong (Winner)
Best Soundtrack Award
This game deserves recognition for its outstanding music. Its soundtrack is truly TOP!
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (Winner)
Outstanding Story-Driven Game Award
Sometimes, it’s the narrative games that hit home. This game not only keeps you on the edge of your seat like a soap opera but is also well-crafted like a prestigious TV show. So cool—it’s managed to make us all immersed in our feelings!
Dispatch (Winner)
Sit Back and Relax Award
This game is the remedy for a tiring day. So soothing, calming, and can wipe away all your worries. Find your zen moment in this game.
RV There Yet? (Winner)
