The Game of the Year awards for 2025 are underway, with the PlayStation category featuring particularly strong competition. This article highlights the top contenders and the ultimate winner for PlayStation Game of the Year.
These awards reflect a consensus among staff. Multiplatform titles are evaluated based on the platform where they received the most support. Additional award selections can be found in the Game of the Year 2025 archive.
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
Despite being a spin-off, Pirate Yakuza offers numerous engaging elements, including ship battles, enjoyable combat, and peculiar substories and side activities. Its status as a non-mainline entry allows for a wonderfully eccentric experience. A minor wish was for more Master System games to be included.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger
The Digimon Story series has revitalized a franchise where fan affection often surpassed its broader appeal. Time Stranger upholds this trend, delivering a significant release that satisfies its fanbase. While its traditional JRPG framework offers accessibility for new players, it also features extensive depth and customization for those who delve deeper.
However, neither of these titles ultimately claimed the top spot.
Winner: Hollow Knight: Silksong
After years of anticipation, Hollow Knight: Silksong proved to be worth the extensive wait. Few games with such long development cycles successfully meet the high expectations, but Team Cherry’s sequel delivered on its promise. Hornet’s journey introduces refined mechanics and an expansive, vibrant world that encourages continuous exploration. It stands as the PlayStation Game of the Year 2025.
