Summer Game Fest 2025 Shatters Records
Summer Game Fest 2025 just made waves, boasting a jaw-dropping 89% increase in viewership compared to last year. Organizers confirmed that the event drew over 50 million livestream viewers during its two-hour showcase, marking the highest audience count yet for this celebrated gaming event.
This year’s show peaked at more than 3 million concurrent viewers on platforms like Twitch and YouTube. Viewership on YouTube soared by over 40% compared to 2024, while Twitch experienced a 38% rise. Clearly, gamers were tuning in to catch all the latest announcements and updates.
Notable Announcements and Highlights
Broadcast live from Los Angeles, California, Summer Game Fest was hosted and produced by Geoff Keighley, the mastermind behind The Game Awards. This year, excitement reached new heights with standout reveals including Capcom’s highly anticipated Resident Evil Requiem, which closed the show on a thrilling note.
Hideo Kojima, the visionary director behind Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, made a significant appearance, unveiling a new scene from his upcoming project. The weekend also saw Kojima hosting a red-carpet premiere event, further magnifying the buzz surrounding his work.
Additionally, Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio offered fans a fresh look at its game, formerly known as Project Century. A unique collaboration with the Wu-Tang brand was revealed, alongside multiple crossovers from IOI Interactive. And if that wasn’t enough, the indie hit Scott Pilgrim is making a comeback with a sequel featuring an entirely new storyline crafted by the original creator.