TGA 2025: League of Legends nominees go unrewarded, no female players receive nominations, players question the shortlist.

The Game Awards 2025 is a highly regarded awards ceremony. The nominees were finally announced recently, but the results were a huge surprise. None of the well-known top players were on the list, which has sparked controversy. Many players on the forum complained and questioned the official nomination and voting methods.

Last year, everyone witnessed League of Legends' dominance, with Faker as the best player and his team T1 winning the best team award. They even secured their sixth world championship title in 2025, yet Faker was surprisingly not listed among the best players. Furthermore, Donk, the prodigy of the CS2 scene, maintained the highest rating at the beginning of the season, repeatedly stealing the glory from veteran players. He readily accepted numerous titles related to being the "first player in history," yet his solo efforts to change the tide of the season failed to earn him recognition from the TGA officials, leaving fans feeling indignant on his behalf.

This year's Player of the Year nominees have also sparked social debate, particularly regarding gender equality, as all nominees are male, ignoring the presence of female players. Players from various esports titles demonstrate exceptional talent, and selecting the top six is extremely difficult. Data analysis is the first step, but the gender ratio within each title must also be considered. The competition is fierce, with only the best being chosen from among thousands. However, this controversy may reflect a lack of diversity in the TGA awards, and hopefully, future awards will offer more nuanced distinctions.