BAFTA Video Games Longlist Unveiled with 247 Titles Considered

The BAFTA Video Games Longlist for 2025 has been revealed, showcasing a staggering 247 games competing across 17 categories. Eligible games were released between November 25, 2023, and November 15, 2024. With the nominations set to be announced on March 4, 2025, and winners unveiled on April 8, the road to this year’s prestigious BAFTA Game Awards is heating up.

Some fan-favorite titles, including Balatro, Black Myth: Wukong, and Astro Bot, have earned spots in multiple categories. Games like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Dragon Age: The Veilguard have also made a strong showing, demonstrating their widespread appeal and critical acclaim.

Here’s a breakdown of key categories and notable entries:

• Best Game: Includes The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, and Metaphor: ReFantazio.

• Artistic Achievement: Features Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II and ANIMAL WELL, celebrating visual artistry in games.

• Debut Game: Spotlights The Plucky Squire and Little Kitty, Big City, honoring standout first entries from new developers.

• Narrative: Recognizes storytelling excellence with nominees like Life is Strange: Double Exposure and Still Wakes the Deep.

• Performer in a Leading Role: Includes Melina Juergens (Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II) and Cody Christian (Final Fantasy VII Rebirth).

BAFTA members will vote for Best Game and British Game starting in January 2025, while specialized juries will handle other categories.

With the nominations just months away, the spotlight is on these standout games. Titles like Black Myth: Wukong and Balatro, both critically acclaimed and supported by ongoing updates, will undoubtedly be strong contenders. The real challenge lies ahead for the BAFTA juries as they determine the winners from such a talented pool of nominees.