Introduction: Celebrating the Best in Gaming
The UK gaming industry gathered recently to honor its finest achievements at the 2025 Ukie Awards. Among the standout nominees, Thank Goodness You’re Here shone brightly, winning two major nominations: Best PC Game and UK Game of the Year. This comedy-adventure game, developed by Coal Supper and published by Panic, has truly made its mark in the gaming world[1].
A Comedy-Adventure Sensation
Thank Goodness You’re Here has clearly captured the hearts of both critics and players. Its double nomination in major categories shows its impact on the gaming scene. The game’s success comes from its engaging story and innovative gameplay, which set it apart from other games[1].
Ukie Awards 2025: Honoring UK Gaming Excellence
The Ukie Awards, now in their second year, aim to recognize the best in the UK games industry. This event honors not only games but also individuals and companies that have made a significant difference. This year’s winners include Monument Valley 3 for Best UK Mobile Game, LEGO Horizon Adventures for Best UK Console Game, and Just Dance VR for Best UK Mixed Reality Game[1].
This Year’s Top Winners and Nominees
- UK Game of the Year: Thank Goodness You’re Here (Coal Supper)
- Best PC Game: Thank Goodness You’re Here (Coal Supper)
- Best UK Mobile Game: Monument Valley 3 (Ustwo Games)
- Best UK Console Game: LEGO Horizon Adventures (Studio Gobo)
- Best UK Mixed Reality Game: Just Dance VR (Soul Assembly)
- Sustainability Champion: Jennifer Estaris (Ustwo Games)
- Diversity and Inclusion Champion: Women in Games
- Best UK Developer: FuturLab
- Best UK Publisher: Playstack
- Rising Star: Spilt Milk Studios
Inductees into the Ukie Hall of Fame
The Ukie Hall of Fame welcomed several gaming legends, including David Braben of Frontier Developments, Sam Houser of Rockstar Games, Siobhan Reddy of Media Molecule, Demis Hassabis of DeepMind, and Meghna Jayanth, a renowned narrative designer. These individuals have greatly shaped the gaming industry through their innovative work[1].
A Night to Remember
The 2025 Ukie Awards once again showed the creativity and innovation that define the UK gaming industry. Thank Goodness You’re Here stands out as a great example of how engaging storytelling and gameplay can make a game truly special. As the industry continues to grow, events like the Ukie Awards remind us to celebrate excellence and push boundaries in game development.
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Sources:
– gaming.news
– ukie.org.uk