The Grand Game Awards is proud to unveil its official 2025 Jury Panel, marking the largest and most globally diverse lineup in the event’s history. This year’s committee brings together over 50 leading gaming outlets, creators, and media representatives from across the Middle East, North Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas — all uniting to honor creativity, storytelling, and innovation within the gaming industry.
Among this year’s distinguished lineup, Rectify Gaming is thrilled to announce its participation as one of the official jury members representing North America. As a long-standing media outlet dedicated to insightful reviews, gaming coverage, and community-driven content, Rectify Gaming is honored to help spotlight the very best games of 2025 through this prestigious international platform.
The Grand Game Awards has grown into one of the most inclusive and respected gaming celebrations in the world, showcasing how video games transcend culture and language to connect players everywhere. From industry veterans in London and Toronto to passionate creators in Riyadh and Cairo, this year’s jury reflects the truly global reach of gaming.
“This year’s jury represents the most ambitious and international committee we’ve ever assembled,” said Raouf Belhamra, Creator of the Grand Game Awards. “It’s a powerful statement of how gaming connects people across cultures, from creators in Riyadh and Cairo to media in London, Toronto, and São Paulo.”
The 2025 Grand Game Awards Jury will evaluate hundreds of titles spanning multiple genres and categories, drawing from their professional insight and cultural perspectives to recognize excellence in gameplay, design, innovation, and impact. Jury decisions will account for 70% of the total results, while 30% will come from public voting — ensuring a balance between expert evaluation and the voice of the global player community.
The complete list of jury members includes some of the most recognized names in gaming media and content creation across every region:
Middle East (ME): Alaab, HEROES OF LAG, ArabGamerZ, Locomoment, Rexgamer16, Gemansion, XBOX INFINITE, Eatationq8, TheHuntersGame, Player 1, Le3ba Gamda (لعبة جامدة), Saudi Gamer, ReGame It, Reybad, Gameszm, VGEX.ME, XboxArabs, Mody14, Mariam Muha, Arab Gamers United, Mr. eGames, GA SEEKERS, GAMESMASTERS, ALDAHASH NEWS, Eternal Games, TrueGaming, Gamers__break, GamingStation, Abstracters, Bsh_cat, Daily Gamer, ABDULLAH117, GGamingAR, Spectra_O1, crewzn, IGN MENA, Silver_00700.
North Africa: The Gaming AREA (Algeria), Play and Enjoy DZ (Algeria), Elite Gamers (Algeria), ArabHardware (Egypt), Gamer Box (Egypt), Games Mix (Egypt), Esports Middle East (Egypt).
Africa (Sub-Saharan): GLITCHED (South Africa), Everyone Gaming (South Africa).
Europe (EU & EMEA): ZdobywcyGier.eu (Poland), So Many Games (England), Toisto.net (Finland), Cerealkillerz (Austria), Unisanda (EMEA), GameOnly (Poland).
North America: mrixrt (USA), IsItWorthYourTime? / stryftek (USA), Rectify Gaming (USA), Cinelinx (North America), Gamertag Radio (North America), Analog Stick Gaming (Canada), CGMagazine (Canada).
South America: Manual dos Games (Brazil).
Asia-Pacific (APAC): Nmia (Malaysia).
With this expanded international roster, the Grand Game Awards 2025 continues to strengthen its position as a truly global celebration of gaming excellence.
The event will take place on December 19, 2025, spotlighting the industry’s most outstanding achievements and creative milestones.
Rectify Gaming looks forward to joining the panel and contributing its voice to help determine which titles defined 2025 for players worldwide.
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Stay tuned to RectifyGaming.com for continued coverage leading up to the Grand Game Awards 2025.
