Geoff Keighley's video game gala takes another step forward: for the first time it can be followed also on Prime VideoThis adds a new distribution channel to the existing ones. The organization emphasizes that this is an addition, not a change of direction, and therefore the live stream will continue on open platforms.
For viewers in Spain and the rest of Europe, the event will take place in the early hours of the morning. It originates in Los Angeles on Thursday, December 11th, and due to the time difference, will begin... 1:00 in the United Kingdom (GMT) and 2:00 in mainland Spain (CET), with a short pre-show just before to get things warmed up.
Where to watch the gala
The broadcast is extended to Prime Video in more than 200 countries and territories. Keighley has confirmed that the agreement with Amazon is non-exclusive: the program will continue to be available on YouTube, Twitch, X, TikTok and other platforms, as has been the norm since 2014.
Those who prefer Prime Video can watch it from the app on televisions, mobile phones, tablets, and devices such as Fire TV, Apple TV, or consolesThe broadcast on Prime Video is envisioned as a new platform to bring the ceremony to an even wider audience without altering the show's format.
Before the main gala there will be a short pre-show with some revelations and minor awards, designed to gradually unpack ads like rumors about GTA 6 without slowing down the central part of the event.
Date and time in Spain and Europe
The live broadcast takes place on Thursday, December 11th in Los Angeles From the Peacock Theater, the venue that takes over from the YouTube Theater. In Spain and much of Europe, it will be shown in the early hours of Friday the 12th due to the time difference.
- Spain (peninsula and Balearic Islands): 2:00 CET
- Spain (Canary Islands) and Portugal: 1:00 WET
- UK and Ireland: 1:00 GMT
- Central Europe (France, Germany, Italy, etc.): 2:00 CET
The estimated duration of the main section is three hours (5:00 pm to 8:00 pm PT), plus the pre-show immediately preceding it. In Europe, this places the end around 5:00 pm CET, always subject to how the pace of announcements and awards evolves.
What does the agreement with Amazon bring?
The collaboration incorporates a Amazon store dedicated to The Game Awards with promotions on nominated games, new releases, consoles, hardware and merchandise, and is usually complemented with Xbox announcements at The Game AwardsDuring the broadcast, the following will be activated Exclusive offers for Prime members for a limited time, visible in real time.
In addition to the commercial aspect, the gala will feature a prominent stage presence: it is planned that the Fallout series cast Take to the stage, capitalizing on the momentum of the new season to connect television and video games.
Twitch, which maintains the global broadcast, takes a technical leap: for the first time, the live stream can be seen in 1440p (2K)This improves the quality for viewers and creators co-broadcasting the event. Last year's edition included thousands of co-streamersand the aim is to further facilitate these community emissions.
A campaign is also confirmed Twitch dropsThose who accumulate at least 30 minutes of viewing time on Twitch will receive in-game rewards and a TGA special badge for the chat. These are incentives designed to maintain interaction without affecting the program's content.
The organization insists that The format of the show does not changeThe agreement with Prime Video adds a new distribution channel and greater global reach, but it doesn't alter the script, pacing, or editorial decisions. The ceremony will continue to combine awards, world premiere announcements, and musical performances.
Fans in Spain and Europe have it easy: they can watch it for free on YouTube or Twitch, or choose Prime Video for an integrated experience with offers and a dedicated store, with It starts at 1:00 GMT and 2:00 CET and the promise of a night full of new things from the Peacock Theater.
