The Game Awards to Reveal 2026 Nominees Next Week Ahead of ‘GTA 6’ Debut, PlayStation 5 Joins Livestreamers for December Show (EXCLUSIVE)

The Game Awards will unveil its 2026 nominees during a live special next week, just two days before Rockstar Games launches 'Grand Theft Auto 6', which is considered to be the show's top Game of the Year contender. The live nomination special will feature participation from PlayStation 5 and various livestreamers.

This event matters for social commerce as it highlights the growing intersection of gaming and livestreaming, with major brands like PlayStation and Rockstar Games leveraging live events to engage with their audience and promote their products. The inclusion of livestreamers in the nomination special also underscores the importance of influencer marketing and creator-led commerce in the gaming industry.