The 2025 Game Awards ceremony is set to take place on Tuesday, December 11, celebrating the year’s best games across thirty categories, along with a host of exciting announcements that will reveal the future of gaming. As the event approaches, the promotional efforts are in full swing, teasing what we can expect, though some surprises have already been leaked. Two major announcements have been officially confirmed ahead of time.
The Return of Two Legendary Characters at The Game Awards 2025
To avoid leaks spoiling the surprises, The Game Awards 2025 has decided to give fans an early preview of some major announcements ahead of the ceremony. Recently, it was confirmed that Phantom Blade Zero will finally reveal its release date during the event. But as the big day nears, two other highly anticipated franchises have also been officially confirmed. First, a true gaming icon will make her return at The Game Awards 2025.
Geoff Keighley announced on his official X.com account: “Lara Croft returns at The Game Awards. Tune in Thursday night for a look at the future of one of gaming’s most iconic franchises: Tomb Raider.” This promises exciting news about the highly anticipated new Tomb Raider game from Crystal Dynamics. Interestingly, a recent leak suggested the possibility of a remake of the original Tomb Raider, though a series of remasters was released not long ago. Fans will have to wait until The Game Awards 2025 to find out what’s really in store for the legendary adventurer. Alongside Lara Croft, another highly anticipated game will also be taking center stage.
The second major announcement to look out for at The Game Awards 2025 involves LEGO Batman The Legacy of the Dark Knight. This title made waves when it was first revealed at Gamescom 2025, and we shared an enthusiastic review after getting hands-on time with it at the German trade show. LEGO Batman will be returning to the spotlight at The Game Awards 2025, and we can likely expect a trailer that could reveal its official release date, currently set for sometime in 2026.
Source: TheGameAwards Official
