The PlayStation Partner Awards Japan 2025 once again spotlighted some of the most impactful titles shaping the Japanese gaming scene this year. Sony’s annual ceremony doesn’t just reward commercial success; it highlights creative ambition, technical achievement, and the unique connection a game builds with its players. With major studio releases sharing the stage alongside surprise hits from smaller teams, this year’s lineup shows just how diverse and dynamic the PlayStation ecosystem has become.
Because the event focuses on the Japanese market, the awards often bring attention to titles that may not dominate global charts but leave a strong cultural or artistic mark locally. That mix of mainstream presence and regional flavor makes the Partner Awards a strong reflection of what PlayStation players in Japan truly value.
Below, you’ll find a full breakdown of every winner from the 2025 PlayStation Partner Awards.
Grand Award
Honors Japanese and Asian titles that achieved exceptional global performance during the eligibility window.
- n Ball Sparking! Zero
- eFootball
- Marvel Rivals
- Monster Hunter Wilds
- Zenless Zone
Partner Award
Given to titles from Japanese and Asian studios that ranked among the top sellers worldwide over the past year.
- Ring Nightreign
- Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
- Path of Exile 2
- Silent Hill F
- Wuthering Waves
Accessibility Award
Recognizes games that delivered meaningful progress in accessibility, improving how players of all abilities experience the game.
- Monster Hunter Wilds
- Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii
PlayStation Indies Award
Highlights independent games from Japan and Asia that demonstrated remarkable creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship.
- Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist
- Nine Sols
- Urban Myth Dissolution Center
Users’ Choice Award
Selected by a 30-person panel of players across Japan and Asia, celebrating the five titles that resonated most strongly with the community.
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Dynasty Warriors Origins
- Monster Hunter Wilds
- Silent Hill F
- Wuthering Waves
This year’s PlayStation Partner Awards offered a great snapshot of how much the Japanese and Asian development scene continues to evolve; bold ideas, returning favorites, and surprising standouts all sharing the spotlight. The mix of award winners shows just how wide the PlayStation audience has become, and how many different kinds of games can leave a real mark.
With another year of releases ahead and plenty of studios already teasing what’s next, the momentum doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. Stay tuned to VGNW and follow us on X for more updates, announcements, and behind-the-scenes stories from across the PlayStation world.
What are the PlayStation Partner Awards?
The PlayStation Partner Awards is an annual event in Japan that celebrates top-performing and creatively outstanding games from Japanese and Asian developers.
Which games won at the PlayStation Partner Awards 2025?
Winners included major titles such as Monster Hunter Wilds, Elden Ring Nightreign, Silent Hill F, Wuthering Waves, and indies like Ender Magnolia and Nine Sols.
