
The AfroAnimation Summit proudly presents the 1st Annual Gaming Awards! Join us for an immersive three-day experience from April 3–5, 2025, at the AMC Burbank 16 Theater in Burbank, CA. This year’s event features in-person and virtual film screenings, main stage panels, workshops, career development labs, a creative job fair, studio recruiting, expo hall, portfolio reviews and our prestigious award ceremonies!
We drive change in the creator economy by connecting multicultural creative and tech talent with leading movie studios, TV networks, new media, tech and gaming companies. Together, we create career and deal opportunities, drive relevant discussions, share insights, upskill, build networks, and celebrate creative excellence.
The AAS2025 Gaming Awards will culminate on Saturday, April 5th!
Winning these awards can be life-changing, offering game developers and designers exposure to influential industry game figures and a global audience, along with a cash prize, opportunities to connect with major studio executives, distributors and financiers. Award recipients are chosen by a distinguished jury with a focus on unique, BIPOC perspectives.
If your game is a finalist and a runner up, up to 15 minutes of your gameplays can be screened at the Summit and online. Winners are determined by a combined vote of 60% from the jury and 40% from the audience.
Next Top Gamer 2025: Cash prize of $500 and Trophy
Runner-Up: Trophy