Japan Game Awards
Japan's Official National Video Game Accolades Backed by CESA and METI
Established in 1996 and presented during the Tokyo Game Show, the Japan Game Awards are the official interactive accolades backed by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI).
National Cultural Recognition by CESA and State
Inaugurated in 1996 as the CESA Awards, this ceremony was established to formalize the economic and artistic contribution of video games to modern Japanese society. A defining feature is the prestigious Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award, bestowed upon trailblazing game creators, development studios, and technological pioneers.
The Grand Award and Future Division
The crowning 'Grand Award' represents the peak of Japanese gaming achievement, celebrated across history with wins for Final Fantasy VII, Ocarina of Time, Monster Hunter, Bloodborne, and Elden Ring. Concurrently, the 'Future Division' polls TGS attendees to recognize the most anticipated unreleased titles.