Crimson Desert wins 'PC Game of the Year' at the 2026 Golden Joystick Awards
Resident Evil Requiem and Meccha Chameleon were the night's other big winners.
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Capcom and Resident Evil Requiem sweep the 2026 Golden Joystick Awards
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Capcom emerged as the standout honoree at the 44th annual Golden Joystick Awards held at the Troxy in London, claiming Studio of the Year alongside several top titles. Resident Evil Requiem secured the headline prize for Ultimate Game of the Year, alongside Console Game of the Year, Best Game Trailer, and Best Lead Performer for Angela Sant'Albano's portrayal of Grace Ashcroft. [1][2]
Capcom earned seven trophies in total across twenty-five categories, aided by wins for Onimusha: Way of the Sword in Best Audio Design and Pragmata in Best Supporting Performer. Meanwhile, Crimson Desert took PC Game of the Year. Independent multiplayer title Meccha Chameleon claimed four trophies, winning Best Multiplayer Game, Best Indie Game (self-published), Streamers' Choice Award, and Developers' Choice. [1][2]
Other major recognitions highlighted both veteran and upcoming franchises. Dispatch secured wins for Best Storytelling and Best Soundtrack, while The Witcher series took Best Remake/Remaster for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered and Most Wanted Game for The Witcher 4. [2]
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CAPCOM Takes Seven Golden Joystick Awards 2026, With Resident Evil Requiem Winning Ultimate Game of the Year and Console Game of the Year
The winners of the Golden Joystick Awards 2026 were unveiled during yesterday evening's ceremony at the Troxy in London. You can now rewatch the entire event on YouTube, but in case you don't have two and a half hours to spare, here's the lowdown on all twenty-five categories.
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