Clio Entertainment is the original and definitive celebration of creativity in the entertainment business. Originally established by The Hollywood Reporter in 1971, the awards program recognizes excellence in marketing and communications across film, television, home entertainment and gaming.
Entries Open:
April 15, 2026
First Deadline:
June 12th, 2026
Second Deadline:
July 10th, 2026
This refers to all video games produced for computers, consoles, handheld devices, mobile devices, and online. This also includes any entries promoting a game publishing company, console company, or a collection of games.
Select a medium(s) below and determine whether the details listed in the medium and category definitions match the qualities of your work.
Entries in this medium include all types of video promotion. This includes, but is not limited to: spots, teasers, and trailers. Please note a piece can only be submitted in one of the below categories.
See previous award winners in this medium here
Categories
Campaigns
This medium type is not eligible for campaign entries.
Entry Fees
Deadline 1: April 15th – June 12th: $400
Deadline 2: June 13th – July 10th: $500
Deadline 3: July 11th – Aug 7th: $650
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Required Media
Optional Media
For details on the specific media requirements please see the Media Requirements section.
Entries in this medium include multiple audio/visual executions. This includes, but is not limited to: spots, teasers, or trailers.
See previous award winners in this medium here
Categories
There are no categories in this medium.
Entry Fees
Deadline 1: April 15th – June 12th: $800
Deadline 2: June 13th – July 10th: $1000
Deadline 3: July 11th – Aug 7th: $1300
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Campaigns
This medium type is not eligible for campaign entries.
Required Media
Optional Media
For details on the specific media requirements please see the Media Requirements section.
Entries in this medium utilize a fusion of advertising and editorial content to communicate a brand’s message or values to its target audience. This can also include brand promotion within the entertainment space. Entries in this medium must promote an entertainment brand and/or IP.
See previous award winners in this medium here
Categories
Entry Fees
Deadline 1: April 15th – June 12th: $800
Deadline 2: June 13th – July 10th: $1000
Deadline 3: July 11th – Aug 7th: $1300
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Campaigns
This medium type is eligible for campaign entries.
Required Media
Optional Media
Entries in this medium include craft, design, technique, and skills used in a variety of executions.
See previous award winners in this medium here
Categories
Entry Fees
Deadline 1: April 15th – June 12th: $400 (Single) | $800 (Campaign)
Deadline 2: June 13th – July 10th: $500 (Single) | $1000 (Campaign)
Deadline 3: July 11th – Aug 7th: $650 (Single) | $1300 (Campaign)
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Campaigns
This medium type is eligible for campaign entries.
Required Media
Optional Media
For details on the specific media requirements please see the Media Requirements section.
Entries in this medium are for any digital, mobile and social media used to advertise video game marketing.
See previous award winners in this medium here
Categories
Entry Fees
Deadline 1: April 15th – June 12th: $400 (Single) | $800 (Campaign)
Deadline 2: June 13th – July 10th: $500 (Single) | $1000 (Campaign)
Deadline 3: July 11th – Aug 7th: $650 (Single) | $1300 (Campaign)
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Campaigns
This medium type is eligible for campaign entries.
This medium type is eligible for mixed campaign entries.
Required Media
Optional Media
For details on the specific media requirements please see the Media Requirements section.
Entries in this medium connect the video game industry and its target audience through an experience. This includes both in-person and virtual events and experiences.
See previous award winners in this medium here
Categories
Entry Fees
Deadline 1: April 15th – June 12th: $400 (Single) | $800 (Campaign)
Deadline 2: June 13th – July 10th: $500 (Single) | $1000 (Campaign)
Deadline 3: July 11th – Aug 7th: $650 (Single) | $1300 (Campaign)
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Campaigns
This medium type is eligible for campaign entries.
Required Media
Optional Media
For details on the specific media requirements please see the Media Requirements section.
Entries in this medium are for creative executions that communicate and engage with a fan, entire fan base, or community to create a deeper connection.
See previous award winners in this medium here
Categories
Entry Fees
Deadline 1: April 15th – June 12th: $400 (Single) | $800 (Campaign)
Deadline 2: June 13th – July 10th: $500 (Single) | $1000 (Campaign)
Deadline 3: July 11th – Aug 7th: $650 (Single) | $1300 (Campaign)
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Campaigns
This medium type is eligible for campaign entries.
Required Media
Optional Media
For details on the specific media requirements please see the Media Requirements section.
Entries in this medium include work that utilizes advertising and marketing in a new, unique, or especially creative manner.
See previous award winners in this medium here
There are no categories for this medium
Entry Fees
Deadline 1: April 15th – June 12th: $400
Deadline 2: June 13th – July 10th: $500
Deadline 3: July 11th – Aug 7th: $650
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Campaigns
This medium type is not eligible for campaign entries.
Required Media
Optional Media
For details on the specific media requirements please see the Media Requirements section.
Entries in this medium display a full 360 campaign utilizing at least three (3) mediums.
See previous award winners in this medium here
Categories
There are no categories in this medium.
Entry Fees
Deadline 1: April 15th – June 12th: $800
Deadline 2: June 13th – July 10th: $1000
Deadline 3: July 11th – Aug 7th: $1300
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Campaigns
This medium type is not eligible for campaign entries.
Required Media
Optional Media
For details on the specific media requirements please see the Media Requirements section.
Entries in this medium include key art, print, and out of home executions.
See previous award winners in this medium here
Categories
Entry Fees
Deadline 1: April 15th – June 12th: $400 (Single) | $800 (Campaign)
Deadline 2: June 13th – July 10th: $500 (Single) | $1000 (Campaign)
Deadline 3: July 11th – Aug 7th: $650 (Single) | $1300 (Campaign)
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Campaigns
This medium type is eligible for campaign entries.
This medium type is eligible for mixed campaign entries.
Required Media
Optional Media
For details on the specific media requirements please see the Media Requirements section.
Entries in this medium include featurettes, documentaries, behind-the-scenes promos, audio executions, and other original programming created to promote game releases, game consoles, or a gaming brand.
See previous award winners in this medium here
Categories
Entry Fees
Deadline 1: April 15th – June 12th: $400 (Single) | $800 (Campaign)
Deadline 2: June 13th – July 10th: $500 (Single) | $1000 (Campaign)
Deadline 3: July 11th – Aug 7th: $650 (Single) | $1300 (Campaign)
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Campaigns
This medium type is eligible for campaign entries.
Required Media
Optional Media
For details on the specific media requirements please see the Media Requirements section.
Entries in this medium are for creative executions resulting from the joint efforts between a gaming title, brand, or publisher.
See previous award winners in this medium here
Categories
There are no categories in this medium.
Entry Fees
Deadline 1: April 15th – June 12th: $800
Deadline 2: June 13th – July 10th: $1000
Deadline 3: July 11th – Aug 7th: $1300
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Campaigns
This medium type is eligible for campaign entries.
Required Media
Optional Media
For details on the specific media requirements please see the Media Requirements section.
Entries in this medium include marketing efforts and brand communications that impact a game title or game publisher’s perception, awareness, and/or garner media coverage.
See previous award winners in this medium here
Categories
Entry Fees
Deadline 1: April 15th – June 12th: $400 (Single) | $800 (Campaign)
Deadline 2: June 13th – July 10th: $500 (Single) | $1000 (Campaign)
Deadline 3: July 11th – Aug 7th: $650 (Single) | $1300 (Campaign)
Please note that prices increase based on the deadline period. See the Entry Fees section for details.
Campaigns
This medium type is eligible for campaign entries.
This medium type is eligible for mixed campaign entries.
Required Media
Optional Media
For details on the specific media requirements please see the Media Requirements section.