The highly anticipated Esports Awards is set to make a comeback in 2023. It will honor the exceptional individuals and organizations that contribute to the success of the industry. The event, now in its eighth edition, will return to Las Vegas, Nevada, for the second consecutive year. With a diverse range of categories, the Esports Awards recognizes outstanding players, teams, influencers, journalists, and various other professionals within the esports industry.
It serves as a platform to celebrate the very best of esports and showcase the remarkable talent and dedication found within the community.
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Esports Awards 2023 date & location
Just like in December 2022, this year’s Esports Awards will once again be held in Las Vegas, NV, on November 30, 2023. The esteemed event will bring together the industry’s finest at Resorts World Las Vegas to celebrate the beloved games that captivate us all.
Building on the success of last year, where additional events like a golf tournament were organized alongside the awards, there is a possibility of more exciting activities being planned for this year’s edition.
Esports Awards 2023: Voting & Nominations
With several months remaining until the Esports Awards, the nomination process has officially begun. However, unlike previous years, the nominations will exclusively be open to esports professionals rather than the wider fanbase and community.
Those working in the industry can submit their nominations starting from June 1 until July 7. The first nominees will be unveiled on July 26, while the Pro and On-Air finalists will be announced on September 20. Following the nominations, the Esports Awards panel will carefully curate a shortlist of candidates for each category, after which the voting phase will commence.
Although it remains uncertain if there will be any changes, traditionally, the public has had the opportunity to vote on candidates in most categories.
Esports Awards 2023: Categories
- Esports Cosplay of the Year
- Esports Creative of the Year
- Esports Creative Team of the Year
- Esports Content of the Year
- Esports Content Creator of the Year
- Esports Personality of the Year
- Streamer of the Year
- Esports Broadcast/Production Team of the Year
- Esports Commercial Partner of the Year
- Esports Coverage Platform of the Year
- Esports Hardware Piece of the Year
- Esports Journalist of the Year
- Esports Publisher of the Year
- Esports Supporting Service of the Year
- Esports Game of the Year
- Esports Mobile Game of the Year
- Esports Colour Caster of the Year
- Esports Desk Analyst of the Year
- Collegiate Program of the Year
- Esports Host of the Year presented by 5GRV
- Esports Play By Play Caster of the Year
- Esports Coach of the Year
- Esports Controller Player of the Year
- Esports Mobile Player of the Year
- Esports Organisation of the Year
- Esports PC Player of the Year
- Esports Team of the Year
- Breakthrough Player of the Year
- Esports Play of the Year
- Lifetime Achievement in Esports
- Panel’s Choice Award
Esports Awards 2023 Key dates
Key dates include:
- June 1: Nominations open
- July 7: Nominations close
- July 26: First nominees reveal
- July 26: Voting opens
- September 20: Pro and On-Air nominees reveal
- November 13-20: Turbo voting period–votes are worth double
- November 20: Voting closes on all categories but 3
- November 25: Voting closes for Esports PC Player, Esports Organization, and Esports Team of the Year
- November 27-28: Inaugural Scholars
- November 29-30: Esports Awards 2023