Multiplayer and Live Service Games are perhaps the most challenging spheres of gaming to work in. Studios have to fight against gamer fatigue, new releases, and the realities of how long game development takes. It is a war against constant attrition, where the feedback loops take months to learn from and incorporate. Every year, we examine the landscape of multiplayer/live service games, and every year, new entries come to life. However, their staying power is always under scrutiny. A multiplayer game with a million players today may have ten thousand in six months. Through no fault of its own, solely because attention spans are shorter than ever. This year is a celebration of some of the longest-running live games in existence. It is a testament to the skill of the developers and the passion of the fanbases. With that said, here are the winners of Lords of Gaming’s 2025 Golden Lance Award for Multiplayer/Live Service Game of the Year.
Best Multiplayer/Live Service Winner Battlefield 6
Dice and the other numerous BF studios took 2042’s criticism to heart, and rightly so. No doubt, 2042 was a rude awakening for Dice, and instead of doubling down, they brought in Vince Zampella of Call of Duty fame and listened closely to the BF community. The result is a battlefield game that is quickly approaching one of the most memorable BF releases in a while. Combat is dynamic and immersive; there are plenty of modes to satiate both veterans and newcomers alike, and DICE and BF studios are working hard to ensure BF portals remain
Battlefield 6 earns its Multiplayer/Live Service Game of the Year win by redefining large‑scale combat with unmatched dynamism. Expansive maps, fluid squad mechanics, and evolving objectives ensure no two matches feel alike. The integration of seasonal updates keeps the experience fresh, balancing new content with refined core gameplay. Its ability to merge chaos with coordination highlights why Battlefield remains the gold standard for multiplayer shooters.
Beyond the battlefield, the live service model delivers consistent value through balanced weapon tuning, community‑driven events, and robust progression systems. Players are rewarded not just with gear, but with meaningful reasons to return week after week. Technical improvements in matchmaking and server stability further elevate the experience. By combining innovation with reliability, Battlefield 6 proves why it is a deserved winner in the Multiplayer/Live Service category.
Runner-Up – Sonic Racing CrossWorlds
Speeding past the finish line with grace, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds is LogNet’s proud runner-up for best Live Service and MP Game of the Year. It is so because the game always has reasons to race.
From bi-weekly festivals that offer franchise-themed cosmetics, a smart road-map of content both free and paid, and a healthy online community that has full cross-play support across every major platform, Sonic’s first major MP racer in years speeds through ready, and willing, to steal that crown from a curitan red plumber boy.
