The ceremony took place as Spiel Essen concluded on Sunday, marking the annual culmination of the German Game Award.
Participants from the three German‑speaking countries selected their favourites from the current year’s releases.
The award, a key accolade in the board‑game industry, highlights the most acclaimed titles and designers of the season.
Organisers of Spiel Essen hosted the event, continuing the tradition of showcasing award‑winning games to a broad audience of players and retailers.