The 9th Annual Black in Gaming Awards

For nine years, the Black in Gaming (BIG) Awards has stood as a global beacon of recognition and celebration in the gaming industry honoring professionals whose talent, innovation, and leadership continue to shape the future of games.

Evolution

What began as a celebration has grown into a movement.

The BIG Awards now represents a broader mission: to honor excellence, elevate voices, and confront the systemic barriers affecting marginalized talent across the gaming ecosystem.

Each year, we highlight the brilliance of creators, developers, storytellers, executives, and community builders while advocating for lasting equity and opportunity.

Legacy

For nearly a decade, the BIG Awards has played a pivotal role in reshaping what representation and leadership look like in gaming.

By uplifting trailblazers, visionaries, and rising stars, we:

  • Push the boundaries of creative and technical innovation

  • Expand pathways for visibility and recognition

  • Inspire the next generation to claim their place in the industry

This legacy is not just history, it’s impact in motion.

Vision

The BIG Awards is the premier annual event celebrating excellence.

Our vision is to:

  • Foster industry wide unity and collaboration

  • Elevate marginalized professionals and highlight their achievements

  • Create pathways for hiring, leadership, and career advancement

  • Inspire systemic change across studios, platforms, and communities

We are building a future where excellence in gaming is seen, celebrated, and sustained.

Advocacy Pillar

The BIG Awards operates under the Advocacy Pillar of the BIG Foundation.

Through this pillar, we:

  • Amplify the stories and challenges of the gaming community

  • Champion initiatives that drive accountability and inclusion

  • Use our platform, partnerships, and research to advance equity

  • Spotlight leaders who are transforming culture and creating opportunity

Advocacy is not a segment of our work, it's the heartbeat of our mission.

Sponsorship Opportunities

We welcome partners who share our commitment to representation, empowerment, and industry transformation.

If you are interested in sponsoring the 9th Annual Black in Gaming Awards, please contact us at:
Info@blackingaming.org

We look forward to building with you.