Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 wins five awards at the D.I.C.E. Awards 2026, including Game of the Year

February 13, 2026 - 22:25

The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences crowned its champion for 2025 last night, with the atmospheric role-playing game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 achieving a stunning sweep at the annual D.I.C.E. Awards. The title secured the prestigious Game of the Year award, leading a total of five accolades that also included Outstanding Achievement in Art Direction, Original Music Composition, Story, and Role-Playing Game.

Set in a painterly world where a mysterious entity annually erases an age from existence, the game’s unique vision and emotional depth clearly resonated with the industry-voting academy. Its success marks a significant triumph for its development team.

The ceremony also celebrated other major releases. The highly anticipated Ghost of Yotei proved a formidable contender, earning three awards for its technical and design prowess, including Adventure Game of the Year. Meanwhile, the visionary sequel Death Stranding 2 collected two awards, recognizing its innovation and audio design.

The evening’s results highlight a year defined by ambitious, artistically driven blockbusters, with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 now firmly etched into the industry’s highest tier of recognition. The wins underscore a continued appetite for rich narrative and striking artistic identity within the gaming landscape.