By Sagar V. Mankar The annual Esports Awards, presented by Lexus, marked its ninth successful year on November 30, 2023, at the heart of the entertainment capital, Las Vegas.
Held at the technologically advanced Resorts World Las Vegas, the event transformed the Zouk Nightclub into a hub of excitement and recognition, honoring the brightest stars and most remarkable achievements within the global esports landscape.
With a combination of fan votes and industry experts’ opinions, the awards recognized the individuals, teams, and organizations that have pushed the boundaries of innovation, captivated audiences, and contributed to the exponential growth of the esports industry.
The process commenced with the introduction of new nominees and categories in July, followed by the revelation of finalists in September.A total of thirty awards were bestowed upon the industry’s most outstanding contributors, encompassing prestigious categories such as Esports Game of the Year and PC Player of the Year.
The winners represented a diverse range of esports titles, highlighting the immense talent and dedication within the community.
Lifetime Achievement Class of 2023
Beyond the competitive accolades, the ceremony paid tribute to the pioneers who have shaped the esports landscape.
The Lifetime Achievement Class of 2023 inducted prominent figures like Michael O’Dell, Victor Goossens, Shane Hendrixson, Faze Crimsix, Grubby, Lee Young Ho, Tryndamere, and Chris Puckett.
Check out the full list of The Esports Awards 2023 winners:
- Esports Game of the Year: VALORANT
- Esports Mobile Game of the Year: Mobile Legends
- Esports Publisher of the Year: Riot Games
- Esports Content Creator of the Year: S8UL
- Esports Organisation of the Year: Team Vitality
- Esports PC Player of the Year: Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok
- Esports Mobile Player of the Year: Mohamed “Mohamed Light” Tarek
- Esports Breakthrough Player of the Year: Max “Demon1” Mazanov
- Team of the Year: ESL FACEIT Group
- Esports Team of the Year: T1 League of Legends
- Esports Coach of the Year: Christine “Potter” Chi
- Esports Personality of the Year: Disguised Toast
- Esports Content of the Year: Faker: A Decade of Greatness
Other Technical Awards in Shows:
- Esports Coverage Platform of the Year: Esports Charts
- Streamer of the Year: Rivers_GG
- Esports Desk Analyst of the Year: Mimi “aEvilCat” Wermcrantz
- Esports Controller Player of the Year: Paco “HyDra Rusiewiez
- Esports Host of the Year: Caleb “WavePunk” Simmons
- Esports Colour Caster of the Year: Dan “Gaskin” Gaskin
- Esports Play-by-Play Caster of the Year: Mitch “Uber” Leslie Collegiate
- Program of the Year: The University of Oklahoma
- Esports Supporting Service of the Year: Prodigy Agency
- Esports Creative Team of the Year: Paper Crowns
- Esports Creative of the Year: Seso Esports Broadcast/Production
- Esports Journalist of the Year: Richard Lewis
- Esports Commercial Partner of the Year: Gucci Esports
- Cosplay of the Year: Akemikun
- Esports Play of the Year: Ilya “mONESY” Osipov
- Panel’s Choice Award: Dr. Julia Hiltscher
- Esports Hardware Piece of the Year: Stream Deck MK.2
Looking Ahead
As the dust settles on the Esports Awards 2023, the anticipation for the next edition begins to build. The esports industry continues to evolve at an astonishing pace, and with it, the Esports Awards will undoubtedly continue to adapt and innovate, ensuring that it remains the premier event for recognizing and celebrating excellence in the world of esports.