Independent arts charity BAFTA has revealed all 64 games that have made it onto the Longlist for the 2026 BAFTA Game Awards.
Among the selected titles, several have established their esports ecosystem this year, from shooters such as Marvel Rivals to sport simulators like EA FC 26.
Marvel Rivals, one of the nominated esports titles, Marvel Rivals is a popular hero shooter that has fostered a competitive scene in 2025. It has held community events such as the seasonal Championships and has invited the best teams from around the world to compete in its professional circuit, Marvel Rivals Ignite.