Esports Awards 2026 : Nominees, Categories & Streamer of the Year

The Esports Awards 2026 are bringing together major names from gaming, esports and streaming.

The Streamer of the Year category has attracted attention because major creators including IShowSpeed, Kai Cenat and Jynxzi are among the nominees.

What Are the Esports Awards?

The Esports Awards recognize people, teams, games and organizations across the competitive gaming industry.

The awards have expanded beyond traditional esports to include the creator and streaming side of gaming.

Streamer of the Year

The category is particularly interesting in 2026 because streaming personalities have become a major part of gaming culture.

Large creators can now attract audiences comparable to traditional entertainment personalities.

FAQ

What are the Esports Awards?
An annual awards event recognizing achievements across esports and gaming.

Who is nominated for Streamer of the Year?
The 2026 nominees include creators such as IShowSpeed, Kai Cenat and Jynxzi.

Are streamers included alongside esports players?
Yes. Creator and streaming categories are now an important part of the awards.