Gayming Magazine’s inaugural Gayming Awards, which is presented by EA, will debut on Twitch early next year.

Announced today, the festival, which celebrates LGBTQ representation in gaming, will head to the streaming platform on February 24 at 3 p.m. EST/12 p.m. PST. British comedian Suzi Ruffell, who was nominated for a British LGBT Award this year, will host the event.

In a statement, Twitch’s Head of Community and Creator Marketing Erin Wayne said:

“Twitch is a place where people from all walks of life come together to share experiences and build community. The LGTBQIA+ community is one of the most passionate, welcoming, and engaging communities on Twitch and we are proud to support and recognize their achievements. We look forward to being the home for this year’s Gayming Awards, as well as presenting the award for the LGBTQ Streamer of the Year."

Various sponsors, including Xbox and PlayStation, will be behind each award category. You can check out the award categories below.

Gayming Magazine has also unveiled a special Gayming Awards shirt, which you can buy here. Proceeds from sales will go towards video games mental health charity Safe In Our World. When it comes to the awards ceremony, Safe In Our World trustee Kim Parker-Adcock said:

“We're delighted to see Gayming Magazine and Seven Squared's collaboration to create the official Gayming Awards 2021 t-shirt - this will support Safe In Our World in our mission and allow us to keep making positive change within the industry and beyond.”

More information about The Gayming Awards can be found on its website.

The Gayming Awards categories

Game of the Year - EA Games

Gayming Magazine Reader’s Award - PlayStation

Best LGBTQ Indie Game - Xbox

LGBTQ Streamer of the Year - Twitch

Industry Diversity Award - Square Enix

Authentic Representation Award - Green Man Gaming

Best LGBTQ Character - Rocksteady

Best LGBTQ Narrative - Hangar 13