- Game of the Year: Overwatch
- Best Sony Exclusive: Uncharted 4: A Thief's End
- Best Microsoft Exclusive: Gears of War 4
- Best Nintendo Exclusive: Fire Emblem Fates
- Best PC Exclusive: World Of Warcraft: Legion
- Best Mobile/Handheld Exclusive: Clash Royale
- Best Action Game: Uncharted 4: A Thief's End
- Best Adventure Game: Firewatch
- Best Competitive Multiplayer: Overwatch
- Best Cooperative Multiplayer: Overcooked
- Best Fighting Game: Street Fighter V
- Best Racing Game: Forza Horizon 3
- Best Role-Playing Game: The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Blood And Wine
- Best Platforming Game: Inside
- Best Puzzle Game: The Witness
- Best MMO: World Of Warcraft: Legion
- Best Rhythm/Music Game: Audioshield
- Best Shooter: Overwatch
- Best Simulation Game: Stardew Valley
- Best Strategy Game: Civilization VI
- Best Sports Game: NBA 2K17
- Best VR Game: Chronos
- Best Remaster: Ratchet & Clank
Source: http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2017/01/04/game-informer-best-of-2016-awards.aspx
Date published: January 4, 2017