The Game Awards 2024, held on December 12, shattered previous viewing records by attracting an astonishing estimated 154 million global livestreams, representing a remarkable 31% increase from last year’s 118 million. This year’s event not only commemorated the show’s 10th anniversary but also showcased the growing global reach of the gaming community.

Viewership spanned a multitude of platforms, including YouTube, Twitch, Steam, TikTok Live, X, Instagram Live, and Facebook—demonstrating the award show’s widespread popularity. In China alone, viewership flourished across a record number of streaming platforms including Bilibili, Huya, Weibo, WeChat, Douyin, Zhihu, DouYu, Baidu, NetEase CC, and others; while South Korean platforms like CHZZK and Soop and Japan’s NicoNico also contributed to the impressive numbers.

Notably, the Game Awards is unique among high-profile award shows as it lacks an exclusive streaming agreement with any major network, giving fans flexibility in how they tune in.

The highlight of the night was “Astro Bot” from Team Asobi and PlayStation, which bagged four awards, including the coveted Game of the Year. Other standout titles included “Metaphor: ReFantanzio” and “Balatro”, all of which dazzled audiences with their creativity and innovative gameplay.

According to StreamCharts, the peak concurrent viewers across platforms outside the Asian and Pacific territories surged to over 4 million, marking a significant 10% growth from the previous year’s event. Such numbers underscore the award show’s increasing significance in the gaming realm.

The night was glammed up with notable presenters and performers who set the stage ablaze. Celebrities like Aaron Paul, Harrison Ford, Hideo Kojima, and musical acts from Twenty One Pilots and Snoop Dogg made the event not just an awards show but a star-studded spectacle.

Here’s a look back at the viewership growth over the years, highlighting the phenomenal rise of the Game Awards: - **2024:** 154 million - **2023:** 118 million - **2022:** 103 million - **2021:** 85 million - **2020:** 83 million - **2019:** 45.2 million - **2018:** 26.2 million - **2017:** 11.5 million - **2016:** 3.8 million - **2015:** 2.3 million - **2014:** 1.9 million

Executive produced by host Geoff Keighley and Kimmie Kim, directed by Richard Preuss, this year’s Game Awards proved once again that it is the pinnacle of recognition for gaming excellence. If you missed it, catch up on the highlights—next year promises to be even bigger and better!