League of Legends holds the leading 60.5% implied probability in the Esports Awards 2026 Game of the Year market, reflecting trader consensus on its sustained dominance across major tournaments and repeat success in the prior edition. Counter-Strike 2 follows at 34%, supported by standout individual performances from players like donk and ZywOo plus strong roster showings from teams such as Vitality and Spirit. Recent Asian Games results, where South Korea defended its League of Legends title with an undefeated run on October 2, further bolster the frontrunner. Voting remains open until November 10 ahead of the November 17 ceremony in Miami, with the 75% jury component and 25% community input shaping final outcomes among the full nominee list that includes Valorant and several mobile titles.