The Ukie Video Game Awards celebrate the creativity, innovation and impact of the UK games industry, from world-class studios to breakthrough indie developers. The awards bring together the people and projects that define excellence across game design, storytelling, technology, cultural impact, and more.
Each year, the Ukie Video Game Awards honour outstanding achievements across a wide range of categories, highlighting the exceptional work being done across the UK. From critically acclaimed blockbusters to inventive indie hits, the awards showcase the depth and variety of games made in the UK, celebrating technical innovation, creative excellence and cultural impact.
Nominations for the 2026 Ukie Video Game Awards are now open to all UK-based developers, publishers, educators and organisations working in or supporting the games industry. Each submission is assessed on creativity, innovation, impact and contribution to the wider industry. Details of categories, eligibility, and criteria can be found here.
Ukie also recognises those who have made a lasting contribution to the industry through the UK Games Industry Hall of Fame. This special recognition celebrates pioneers, trailblazers and visionaries who have helped shape the UK’s global reputation as a creative powerhouse.
The Ukie Video Game Awards offer a unique opportunity to connect your brand Ukie’s. As a sponsor, you’ll align with the very best of British games talent and gain visibility among studios, publishers, and media. Sponsorship packages are available across a range of categories, to discuss sponsorship or partnership opportunities, please contact us today.
