The Game Awards 2023 to Increase Security, Move Away from 'World Premiere' Branding
Host Geoff Keighley confirms plans for enhanced security measures following previous stage invasions, and a shift in branding for game reveals.
- Geoff Keighley, host and producer of The Game Awards, has confirmed that security will be increased at this year's event to prevent stage invasions.
- Previous events, including The Game Awards 2022 and Gamescom Opening Night Live, were disrupted by unauthorized individuals who managed to get on stage and speak into the microphone.
- Keighley has stated that while he does not want to discuss specific security measures publicly, plans are in place to ensure the safety of all participants and attendees.
- The Game Awards will also be moving away from its 'world premiere' branding, treating all game reveals as 'great game content'.
- The Game Awards 2023 will take place on December 7, and will be livestreamed on various platforms.