The Prêmio eSports Brasil (PeB), widely recognized as the most significant and anticipated gaming and esports awards ceremony in Latin America, is gearing up for its ninth edition in 2025. Scheduled for December 18th at the Memorial da América Latina in São Paulo, the event promises a wealth of innovations, including entirely new award categories, a distinct thematic approach, and the introduction of a comprehensive line of official merchandise.
This year`s PeB is set to embrace a striking cyberpunk theme. This stylistic choice is intended to reflect the inherent technological, innovative, and transformative qualities that characterize the realms of gaming and competitive esports. It`s a nod to the future, acknowledging that esports is not just a sport but a constantly evolving digital frontier. Beyond the visual refresh, the event significantly expands its scope of recognition, incorporating new award segments and curated selections designed to be even more diverse and current than in previous years.
Over its eight previous editions, the Prêmio eSports Brasil has bestowed close to 150 trophies upon athletes, streamers, influencers, and developers spanning numerous gaming titles and esports disciplines. For 2025, the PeB structure retains its blend of popular voting categories – such as the perennial `Streamer of the Year` and the `Fan Favorite` – alongside technical awards meticulously determined by an expert Super Jury. This dual approach ensures both public sentiment and professional insight contribute to recognizing excellence.
Among the notable additions, the awards now explicitly recognize individuals who contribute their voices and strategic minds, roles crucial for the ecosystem`s growth and accessibility. New categories include `Best Commentator,` celebrating those who bring the action to life with insight and enthusiasm; `Best Team,` acknowledging collective strategic prowess and synergy; and `Best Coach,` honoring the tactical masterminds behind team success. Acknowledging the burgeoning landscape of digital content creation, the event also premieres awards for `Best Creator: Short Form` and `Best Creator: Long Form,` distinguishing excellence across different video formats and reflecting the diverse ways fans engage with esports personalities.
“The PeB is dedicated to creating a dedicated space for recognizing and valuing those who build this scene daily,” states Gustavo Freudenfeld, Director-General of the PeB. “More than just awarding talent, it`s a unique moment for visibility and gathering professionals, organizations, and communities that propel the sector.”
He adds that the event`s objective is to help solidify an increasingly robust and respected ecosystem.
“Today, games and esports represent culture, innovation, and real impact – a movement that inspires and mobilizes a new generation,” Freudenfeld emphasizes.
Artistic Director Marisa Mestiço notes that the cyberpunk theme reflects the “spirit of community and evolution that PeB values,” serving, perhaps with a touch of meta-commentary, as an invitation to “reflect on what lies ahead, both in games and in society.” Gustavo further elaborates on the category expansion, confirming, “We`ve included categories that reflect the plurality and constant evolution of the esports universe… it`s time to also recognize the work of other talented professionals who are fundamental in bringing games to an increasingly larger and more diverse audience.”
The PeB 2025 ceremony will be broadcast live via sportv, a prominent Brazilian sports channel, as well as the official channels of Player1 and the Prêmio eSports Brasil itself on platforms like YouTube and various social media, ensuring broad accessibility for fans across the region and beyond. Further information regarding presenters, the prestigious Super Jury roster, the list of nominees across all categories, scheduled attractions, and the mechanics of the voting process will be announced in the coming months via the official PeB website, building anticipation for this major event in the Latin American esports calendar.
