In a major shift for one of gaming’s biggest nights, The Game Awards 2025 will be streamed live on Amazon Prime Video alongside its usual YouTube and Twitch broadcasts. The show is set to take place on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles and now Prime members will be able to tune in at no extra cost.

What’s Changing

For the first time in the event’s history, this year’s broadcast will include Prime Video as an official distribution platform. Previously, the show was available via YouTube, Twitch and various other channels. The inclusion of Prime means the audience could grow even wider and that means bigger announcements, more premieres and higher stakes.
Alongside the streaming shift, several new features have been teased:

• The Twitch stream will hit 2K (1440p) resolution for the first time, offering sharper visuals for viewers tuning in on supported devices.
• Amazon will run a dedicated shop during the show, where Prime viewers can pick up deals on nominated games, hardware and accessories in real time.

This move underscores how gaming culture continues to merge with broader entertainment platforms. The Game Awards has steadily grown beyond a mere ceremony it’s become a major media event, full of world-premiere trailers, celebrity appearances and high production value. Being available on Prime Video signals that the organisers want to reach more casual viewers as well as dedicated gamers.
For fans and community members, this could make the show easier to access especially for those who might prefer watching on their TV through a streaming service instead of Twitch or YouTube.

What to Do If You’re Watching

• If you’re in Australia, mark your calendar: The show will begin in the evening of December 11 local time, depending on your time zone.
• Prime members can simply open Prime Video at the designated time and search for “The Game Awards” no additional purchase is needed.
• If you prefer Twitch, you’ll still be able to watch there and take advantage of the new 2K stream and Twitch-Drop rewards.
• For those keen on store deals, keep an eye on the Amazon Game Awards shop during the broadcast window for possible hardware discounts or game bundles tied to the event.

Adding Prime Video doesn’t change the core of what The Game Awards is it’s still the same night of celebration, announcements and game reveals but it does make it more accessible and potentially more mainstream. Whether you’re a hardcore gamer or just someone who enjoys big media launches, this year’s show looks like it will be worth catching.