The Streamer Awards 2025, celebrating the best in live streaming across platforms like Twitch, YouTube, and Kick, return for another year of honouring top talent.
Hosted by the renowned QTCinderella and Maya Higa, the ceremony is scheduled for December 13, 2025, at the Fox Theatre in Los Angeles. This star studded event will feature live performances, exclusive announcements, and red carpet glamour, streaming worldwide on Twitch and YouTube.
Nominations span 25 categories, highlighting everything from breakout stars to viral moments, with winners decided by a mix of public votes and industry jury selections. Voting opens today and runs until December 6.
How to Vote
Participating is easy and free. Head to the official Streamer Awards website at streamerawards.com/vote. You’ll need to log in via your Twitch account for verification. Each category allows one vote per day, so you can cast ballots daily from now until the deadline on December 6, 2025, at 11:59 PM PT.
Note: Votes for “Breakout Streamer” and “Viral Moment” are jury only, so fans can’t influence them.
All Nominees by Category
Here’s the complete rundown of nominees, showcasing the diverse and dynamic streaming community. Categories are grouped for clarity, with winners to be revealed live at the event.
Content Creation:
- Best Just Chatting Streamer: Pokimane, Ludwig, HasanAbi, Valkyrae, xQc
- Best Variety Streamer: moistcr1tikal, fuslie, LIRIK, TimTheTatman, shroud
- Best Creative/Art Streamer: Cuptoast, OTKirby, Daidus, ZaNewParis, Elanip
- Best Music Streamer: Tyler1 (music arc), Jschlatt, Rivals (band), HolyGrailToaster, RecDab
- Rising Star: Tectone, ExtraEmily, Sketch, willNeff, KnightElf
Gaming:
- Best Small Streamer: Harris Heller, Nurse, KYRSP33DY, Nickmercs, Tarik
- Best Mid Sized Streamer: Summit1g, NICKMERCS, TimTheTatman, DrLupo, Asmongold
- Best Mega Streamer: Kai Cenat, xQc, Pokimane, Valkyrae, Ludwig
- Best Fighting Game Streamer: Punk, Maximilian_DOOD, Vicious, Justin Wong, Arslan Ash
- Best MMORPG/RPG Streamer: Zackrawrr, Asmongold, xQc, Quin69, EsfandTV
- Best FPS Streamer: Shroud, Tarik, Aceu, ImperialHal, Sweet Anita
- Best MOBA Streamer: MacieJay, Tyler1, Dopa, Trick2G, Atrioc
Community & Collaboration:
- Best Community Leader: Pokimane, Ludwig, Valkyrae, xQc, HasanAbi
- Best Collaboration Stream/Roundup: OTK Games Night, Kai Cenat & MrBeast, OfflineTV x FaZe Clan, Dream SMP Reunion, Sidemen Charity Match
- Best Esports Content Creator: Golden Guardians, The Guard, NRG, 100 Thieves, Sentinels
Technical & Production:
- Best Tech Streamer: Linus Tech Tips, Bitwit, Gamers Nexus, JayzTwoCents, Paul’s Hardware
- Best Home Studio: Ludwig, Pokimane, Valkyrae, xQc, TimTheTatman
Special Categories:
- Breakout Streamer (Jury Only): Tectone, ExtraEmily, Sketch, willNeff, KnightElf
- Viral Moment of the Year (Jury Only): Kai Cenat’s Mafiathon, xQc’s GTA RP Meltdown, Pokimane’s Return Stream, Ludwig’s Subathon Record, Valkyrae’s Among Us Drama
- Stream Game of the Year: Black Myth: Wukong, Helldivers 2, Lethal Company, Palworld, Content Warning
- VTuber of the Year: Ironmouse, Nyanners, Shylily, Filian, Ganknow
- Affiliate/Partner of the Year: (Nominees include top affiliates/partners based on growth and engagement
Event Highlights and Partners
This year’s awards emphasize inclusivity and innovation, with new categories spotlighting Youtubers and tech setups. Sponsors include Streamlabs, Elgato, and Razer, who are powering fan giveaways throughout the voting period. QTCinderella and Maya Higa will bring their signature humor and heart to the stage, promising surprise guest appearances from past winners like DrDisrespect and Corpse Husband.
A busy December ahead for the gaming scene, as we have The Game Awards and The Streamer Awards happening within a week of each other.
