The 2025 Steam Awards recognized Hollow Knight: Silksong as Game of the Year, marking a triumph for independent studio Team Cherry.
Top Awards and Winners
Silksong secured the top award, surpassing competitors like Expedition 33 and Kingdom Come Deliverance 2. It also won Best Game You Suck At, adding to its accolades.
- Silksong: Game of the Year, Best Game You Suck At
- Baldur's Gate 3: Labor of Love
- Hades 2: Best Game on Steam Deck
- Dispatch: Outstanding Story-Rich Game
- Expedition 33: Best Soundtrack
Team Cherry's wins highlight the growing prominence of indie games in the industry.
Market Performance
Silksong reached the platinum tier of top sellers on Steam, while Expedition 33 and Dispatch achieved gold status. The pricing strategy contributed to Silksong's financial success, demonstrating the market shift towards more competitively priced games.
Impact on Indie Developers
The Steam Awards showcased the rising influence of indie developers. Smaller studios dominated categories traditionally controlled by larger firms. This shift may encourage more innovation in indie gaming.
The awards underscore a dynamic year where creative and ambitious projects surpassed expectations and redefined industry standards.
