New York Videogame Critics Circle
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Bringing quality games writing education to students in underserved communities across NYC.
Hosts of the New York Game Awards!
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Hosts of the New York Game Awards!
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Despite being judged by some of the harshest critics, #DonkeyKongBananza won this year's Central Park Kids Zoo Award for Best Kids Game!
Donkey Kong Bananza Won Best Kids Game
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February 13, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Despite being judged by some of the harshest critics, #DonkeyKongBananza won this year's Central Park Kids Zoo Award for Best Kids Game!
Catch @mrryanoc.bsky.social and @rrg-3.bsky.social on stage at the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards, presenting the Central Park Kids Zoo Award for Best Kids Game!
Ryan & Ronald's Introduction for Best Kids Game!
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February 13, 2026 at 1:39 AM
Catch @mrryanoc.bsky.social and @rrg-3.bsky.social on stage at the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards, presenting the Central Park Kids Zoo Award for Best Kids Game!
As a terrific experience all around, #ClairObscurExpedition33 won this year's Big Apple Award for Best Game of the Year!
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Acceptance Speech for Game of the Year!
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February 11, 2026 at 6:22 PM
As a terrific experience all around, #ClairObscurExpedition33 won this year's Big Apple Award for Best Game of the Year!
After the hilarity that was Radosh & Duclayan, @tommustaine.bsky.social of @bethesda.net accepted the High Line Award for Best Remake on behalf of #OblivionRemastered!
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion' Remastered Speech for Best Remake!
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February 10, 2026 at 9:13 PM
After the hilarity that was Radosh & Duclayan, @tommustaine.bsky.social of @bethesda.net accepted the High Line Award for Best Remake on behalf of #OblivionRemastered!
Here are the top 5 Videos we captured of both #GGFest and the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
Top 5 Moments from the 15th NY Game Awards YouTube Recap
Discover the top 5 moments from the 15th NY Game Awards on our YouTube channel, featuring unforgettable clips and acceptance speeches!
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February 10, 2026 at 7:12 PM
Here are the top 5 Videos we captured of both #GGFest and the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
In a hilarious comparison to the award he's presenting, @radosh.bsky.social of The Daily Show brought his son @antennasunite.bsky.social to present our award Best Remake at the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
Daniel Radosh's Hilarious Segment, Featuring His Son!
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February 9, 2026 at 9:17 PM
In a hilarious comparison to the award he's presenting, @radosh.bsky.social of The Daily Show brought his son @antennasunite.bsky.social to present our award Best Remake at the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
Please welcome our newest intern, Linette Marte!
Linette fell in love with games like #AHatinTime, #StardewValley, #PokémonXY, and many more!
Linette fell in love with games like #AHatinTime, #StardewValley, #PokémonXY, and many more!
How Video Games Empowered My Journey as a Bronx Girl
Discover Linette Marte's journey as a Bronx girl who defies stereotypes and embraces her love for video games against all odds.
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February 7, 2026 at 12:24 AM
Please welcome our newest intern, Linette Marte!
Linette fell in love with games like #AHatinTime, #StardewValley, #PokémonXY, and many more!
Linette fell in love with games like #AHatinTime, #StardewValley, #PokémonXY, and many more!
This year, Jennifer English won the Great White Way Award for Best Acting thanks to her fantastic performance as Maelle from #ClairObscureExpedition33!
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Jennifer English's Acceptance Speech for Best Acting
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February 6, 2026 at 7:15 PM
This year, Jennifer English won the Great White Way Award for Best Acting thanks to her fantastic performance as Maelle from #ClairObscureExpedition33!
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Folks like @chrisbratt.bsky.social of People Make Games did fantastic work for Gaming Journalism, winning this year's Knickerbocker Award for Best Journalism!
People Make Games' Acceptance Speech for Best Journalism
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February 5, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Folks like @chrisbratt.bsky.social of People Make Games did fantastic work for Gaming Journalism, winning this year's Knickerbocker Award for Best Journalism!
Dive into an impressive digital world with Lumines Arise, this year's winner for the Cony Island Dreamland Award for Best AR/VR!
Lumines Arise's Acceptance Speech for Best AR/VR
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February 4, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Dive into an impressive digital world with Lumines Arise, this year's winner for the Cony Island Dreamland Award for Best AR/VR!
If you're looking for a great mobile game, look no further than @potipoti.studio's Is This Seat Taken?
It took home this year's A-Train Award for Best Mobile!
It took home this year's A-Train Award for Best Mobile!
The Acceptance Speech from Is This Seat Taken?, Winner for Best Mobile!
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February 3, 2026 at 7:52 PM
If you're looking for a great mobile game, look no further than @potipoti.studio's Is This Seat Taken?
It took home this year's A-Train Award for Best Mobile!
It took home this year's A-Train Award for Best Mobile!
It's always a struggle to choose, but we at the Circle were happy to announce that this year's Off-Broadway Award for Best Indie went to @dogubomb.bsky.social's #BluePrince!
Blue Prince's Acceptance Speech for this Year's Best Indie Award!
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February 2, 2026 at 6:32 PM
It's always a struggle to choose, but we at the Circle were happy to announce that this year's Off-Broadway Award for Best Indie went to @dogubomb.bsky.social's #BluePrince!
Congratulations once again to this year's @rockstargames.com Scholarship Winner Osaze Okungbowa, who gave an amazing speech at the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
Congratulations to our Rockstar Scholarship Winner, Osaze Okungbowa!
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January 29, 2026 at 7:27 PM
Congratulations once again to this year's @rockstargames.com Scholarship Winner Osaze Okungbowa, who gave an amazing speech at the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
At the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards Phil Spencer of @xbox.com sent us a warm congratulations and celebrated his time with our #PlayingwithPurpose students!
Phil Spencer's Congratulations to the Critics Circle!
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January 28, 2026 at 7:12 PM
At the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards Phil Spencer of @xbox.com sent us a warm congratulations and celebrated his time with our #PlayingwithPurpose students!
Congratulations once again to Pokémon for being this year's Andrew Yoon Legend Award Winner at the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
Here's a heartfelt acceptance speech from the Legendary President of The Pokémon Company, Mr. Ishihara!
Here's a heartfelt acceptance speech from the Legendary President of The Pokémon Company, Mr. Ishihara!
Mr. Ishihara Accepts Our Legend Award For The Pokémon Company at the 15th New York Game Awards
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January 28, 2026 at 5:45 PM
Congratulations once again to Pokémon for being this year's Andrew Yoon Legend Award Winner at the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
Here's a heartfelt acceptance speech from the Legendary President of The Pokémon Company, Mr. Ishihara!
Here's a heartfelt acceptance speech from the Legendary President of The Pokémon Company, Mr. Ishihara!
Catch an unplugged version of Coral Crown from @supergiantgames.bsky.social #Hades2! Featuring Darren Korb, Ashley Barrett, & a surprise visit from Judy Alice Lee!
The acoustics of the SVA Theatre were amazing for GG Fest's Supergiant Unplugged concert!
The acoustics of the SVA Theatre were amazing for GG Fest's Supergiant Unplugged concert!
Coral Crown Live from Supergiant's Hades II featuring Darren Korb, Ashley Barrett and Judy Alice Lee
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January 27, 2026 at 9:46 PM
Catch an unplugged version of Coral Crown from @supergiantgames.bsky.social #Hades2! Featuring Darren Korb, Ashley Barrett, & a surprise visit from Judy Alice Lee!
The acoustics of the SVA Theatre were amazing for GG Fest's Supergiant Unplugged concert!
The acoustics of the SVA Theatre were amazing for GG Fest's Supergiant Unplugged concert!
The NYVGCC is celebrated by #Nintendo executives from all walks as we received kind words from the newest President of Nintendo of America, Devon Pritchard, at the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
She even promised to mentor our students through our Playing with Purpose program someday soon!
She even promised to mentor our students through our Playing with Purpose program someday soon!
Kind Words from Devon Pritchard, Newest President of Nintendo of America!
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January 27, 2026 at 7:56 PM
The NYVGCC is celebrated by #Nintendo executives from all walks as we received kind words from the newest President of Nintendo of America, Devon Pritchard, at the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
She even promised to mentor our students through our Playing with Purpose program someday soon!
She even promised to mentor our students through our Playing with Purpose program someday soon!
Catch a glimpse of the After Party from the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
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Highlights from the 15th New York Game Awards After Party
Join us at the vibrant 15th New York Game Awards After Party, celebrating winners, nominees, and the passionate gaming community!
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January 27, 2026 at 1:06 AM
Catch a glimpse of the After Party from the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
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Take a look at the ever hilarious In Memoriam section of the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
The year of 2025 was littered with amazing games from all around the world, but that also means there are Game Overs galore for #TheDailyShow's @devdell.bsky.social to showcase!
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The year of 2025 was littered with amazing games from all around the world, but that also means there are Game Overs galore for #TheDailyShow's @devdell.bsky.social to showcase!
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In Memoriam with Devin Delliquanti
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January 26, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Take a look at the ever hilarious In Memoriam section of the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
The year of 2025 was littered with amazing games from all around the world, but that also means there are Game Overs galore for #TheDailyShow's @devdell.bsky.social to showcase!
youtu.be/IHwo5foYzzo
The year of 2025 was littered with amazing games from all around the world, but that also means there are Game Overs galore for #TheDailyShow's @devdell.bsky.social to showcase!
youtu.be/IHwo5foYzzo
At the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards, the Circle received an official Proclamation from New York City Councilman Christopher Marte!
Our Official Proclamation from NYC Councilman Christopher Marte!
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January 24, 2026 at 7:45 PM
At the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards, the Circle received an official Proclamation from New York City Councilman Christopher Marte!
Listen to @megaran.com's set at the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
With the help of the #NYBrass, he unveils a new song to celebrate the Award show's 15th year!
With the help of the #NYBrass, he unveils a new song to celebrate the Award show's 15th year!
MegaRan's Performance at the 15th NYVGA!
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January 24, 2026 at 12:30 AM
Listen to @megaran.com's set at the 15th #NewYorkGameAwards!
With the help of the #NYBrass, he unveils a new song to celebrate the Award show's 15th year!
With the help of the #NYBrass, he unveils a new song to celebrate the Award show's 15th year!
Catch parts 1 & 2 of photos from the 15th Annual #NewYorkGameAwards at SVA Theatre!
Highlights from the 15th Annual New York Game Awards
Explore highlights from the 15th Annual New York Game Awards, featuring winners, presenters, and memorable moments in gaming.
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January 23, 2026 at 8:47 PM
Catch parts 1 & 2 of photos from the 15th Annual #NewYorkGameAwards at SVA Theatre!
Here are the pictures from our amazing time at GG Fest!
Highlights from GG Fest: A Celebration of Gaming and Music
Celebrate the success of GG Fest with highlights, interviews, and unforgettable concert moments from the New York Game Awards anniversary!
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January 21, 2026 at 8:16 PM
Here are the pictures from our amazing time at GG Fest!
Huge congratulations to Elaine and Isaac, our winners for Pizza with Reggie!
January 18, 2026 at 6:44 PM
Huge congratulations to Elaine and Isaac, our winners for Pizza with Reggie!
Last 2 days before we're live at SVA Theatre for the 15th Annual #NewYorkGameAwards!
Tickets are still available, get yours today!
Tickets: tinyurl.com/yxd9ak2c
Tickets are still available, get yours today!
Tickets: tinyurl.com/yxd9ak2c
15th NY Game Awards + GG Fest + Supergiant Concert!
Get ready for two unforgettable days celebrating the artistry, creativity, and community of video games! The 15th NY Game Awards + GG Fest!
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January 16, 2026 at 8:41 PM
Last 2 days before we're live at SVA Theatre for the 15th Annual #NewYorkGameAwards!
Tickets are still available, get yours today!
Tickets: tinyurl.com/yxd9ak2c
Tickets are still available, get yours today!
Tickets: tinyurl.com/yxd9ak2c