The wait is finally over, and streaming fans have every reason to celebrate! The Streamer Awards 2025 has announced its full list of nominees across 35 categories ahead of the ceremony on December 6, 2025, at the Wiltern Theater in Los Angeles. This year marks the biggest celebration of streaming culture yet, with fans around the world buzzing with excitement about their favorite creators getting recognition.
What Are The Streamer Awards?
The Streamer Awards is an annual show founded by QTCinderella that honors live streamers and content creators, making it the world’s first awards ceremony focused specifically on content creators. Think of it like the Oscars, but for your favorite Twitch and YouTube stars who entertain millions every day.
When and Where to Watch
The ceremony takes place on December 6, 2025, at the Wiltern Theater in Los Angeles, California, starting at 3 PM PT (6 PM ET). If you can’t attend in person, don’t worry – you can watch the entire show live on QTCinderella’s Twitch channel. The broadcast will feature red carpet interviews, live performances, and special surprises throughout the night.
Record-Breaking 35 Categories
This year’s Streamer Awards 2025 features 35 categories, making it the most comprehensive lineup in the event’s history. The awards cover every corner of streaming – from competitive gaming and music to creative arts and educational content. Whether you’re a hardcore gamer or prefer chill creative streams, there’s a category that represents your favorite type of content.
Major Categories and Top Nominees
Let’s dive into some of the biggest categories that everyone’s talking about.
Streamer of the Year
This is the most prestigious award at the ceremony. Top nominees include ExtraEmily, Jasontheween, IShowSpeed, Kai Cenat, and Plaqueboymax, all of whom have dominated the streaming landscape this year. Each creator brings their unique personality and content style, making this category incredibly competitive.
Gamer of the Year
This category celebrates streamers who’ve mastered the art of gaming entertainment. The nominated creators have spent countless hours perfecting their craft while keeping audiences engaged and entertained through epic gameplay moments.
Rising Star Award
The Rising Star Award recognizes breakout streamers who’ve made a significant impact in the streaming community. These are the fresh faces who went from unknown to household names in the streaming world, and they’re definitely creators to watch in the coming years.
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Game-Specific Categories
The Streamer Awards 2025 include numerous gaming categories that honor specialists in different genres. Best FPS Streamer celebrates first-person shooter experts, while Best MOBA Streamer recognizes League of Legends and Dota 2 masters. There’s also Best Strategy Game Streamer for tactical gaming minds and Best Minecraft Streamer for block-building legends. Showing how quickly the industry adapts, there’s even a new Best Marvel Rivals Streamer category this year.
Creative and Specialty Categories
Streaming goes far beyond just gaming these days. Best Music Streamer honors talented musicians who perform live for their fans, while Best Creative Arts Streamer celebrates artists, crafters, and other creative minds. Best Roleplay Streamer recognizes those who create immersive storytelling experiences. There’s even a Best Vertical Live Streamer category that acknowledges creators who optimize their content for TikTok and YouTube Shorts, showing how streaming platforms continue to evolve.
Collaboration and Event Awards
Some of the most memorable streaming moments happen when creators work together. Best Stream Duo honors dynamic pairs who create magic together, while Best Streamed Collab celebrates memorable group collaborations. Best Marathon Stream includes impressive nominees like FaZe Subathon, IShowSpeed’s America Tour, Mafiathon 3, and Stream for Humanity. These marathon events can last for days and often raise significant money for charitable causes.
The League of Their Own Category
This unique category deserves special attention. It celebrates streamers who’ve carved unique paths in unexpected niches, including Maya Higa’s conservation work, Studytme’s educational content, The Primeagen’s coding streams, and TheStockGuy’s financial analysis. These creators prove that streaming can be about absolutely anything – education, finance, wildlife conservation, and more.
How to Vote for Your Favorites
Your vote can make a real difference! Fans can vote for each category on the official website, and fan submissions contribute towards determining the eventual winners. Voting is currently open, so head to the official Streamer Awards website to support your favorite creators. You can skip categories if you’re not familiar with the nominees, and every vote helps your chosen streamer get closer to winning.
Qualification Requirements
Becoming a nominee requires serious dedication. To qualify, streamers needed at least 200 hours streamed over the past year, and for category-specific awards like Strategy Game or Minecraft, creators also needed at least 100 hours of relevant content. These requirements ensure that only truly committed streamers who consistently create content earn their nominations.
Why This Year Is Different
The Streamer Awards 2025 is breaking records and pushing boundaries. With nominations spanning every corner of streaming culture – from music and creative arts to competitive gaming and reality content – it’s the most diverse and inclusive ceremony yet. The new categories reflect how streaming keeps evolving, adapting to new platforms, games, and content styles that emerge throughout the year.
What Happens at the Ceremony
December 6 promises to be an unforgettable night. The broadcast will feature performances, surprise guests, and the crowning of winners across all 35 categories. Red carpet interviews will kick things off, giving you a chance to see your favorite streamers dressed up and looking fancy. The main show includes award presentations, musical performances, and past shows have even featured celebrity appearances that shocked the streaming community.
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The Impact of Streaming Culture
As streaming continues to grow as both an entertainment medium and a career path, The Streamer Awards serves as an annual snapshot of the industry’s biggest names and emerging trends. Millions of people watch streams every single day, and creators are building entire careers on these platforms. The awards validate streaming as a legitimate profession and showcase the incredible talent within this community.
Getting Tickets
If you want to attend the ceremony in person, tickets are available through Ticketmaster. The Wiltern Theater is located at 3790 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010, and red carpet attire is required for all attendees. However, if you can’t make it to Los Angeles, the livestream ensures that everyone worldwide can participate and celebrate from the comfort of their homes.
Join the Conversation
The nominations have sparked countless discussions on social media, with streamers thanking their communities and fans organizing voting campaigns. Use the hashtag #StreamerAwards2025 to join the conversation and support your favorite creators online. Share why they deserve to win and be part of the excitement – the streaming community thrives on participation and engagement.
Conclusion
The Streamer Awards 2025 represent everything amazing about modern streaming culture. With 35 diverse categories and hundreds of talented nominees, December 6 will be a night to remember. Whether you love gaming, music, creative content, or educational streams, there’s representation for every type of content and community. Don’t forget to vote for your favorites before the ceremony, and tune in live on December 6 at 3 PM PT on QTCinderella’s Twitch channel. Let’s celebrate the creators who make streaming such a special and vibrant community. This year’s Streamer Awards 2025 will showcase just how powerful, diverse, and entertaining the streaming world has become.