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Twitch streamer Elz the Witch to host the 2026 BAFTA Games Awards

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Khizar Mundia Published 31/03/2026
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Eleanor “Elz the Witch” Neale is a well-known name in the gaming and streaming industry, and she has just been named as the host the 2026 BAFTA Games Awards.

The British Academy Games Awards are among the most prestigious awards in gaming, making this a career highlight for the streamer. The event has categories ranging from the best game to the best narrative, crowning the year’s standout titles — and the 22nd BAFTAs will have Elz the Witch guiding viewers throughout the evening.

Who is Elz the Witch?

Elz the Witch left a career in IT in 2018 and started a YouTube channel. This was a big move at the time, because streaming wasn’t so mainstream and widespread as it is now. However, this career change worked out perfectly for the British streamer, as she has reached the pinnacle of her industry, hence the BAFTA presenting gig.

Elz the Witch is still active on Twitch and YouTube, but also has her own podcast, a weekly show on Kerrang, and is a presenter. She has also worked in sports, with production for Manchester United and streamer organization the Sidemen’s charity match.

Elz the Witch’s career has been impressive, but the BAFTA Games Awards are still something that stands out among all of the streamer’s achievements. This is because she began her career with gaming streams and has now come full circle, hosting the most famous game awards.

When are the 2026 BAFTA Games Awards?

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The 22nd BAFTA Games Awards will take place on April 17, 2026, at Queen Elizabeth Hall in London. The event will feature 17 award categories, including Best Game, Game Design, and Narrative.

Several of the top games have been nominated this year, including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Ghost of Yōtei, and Arc Raiders. A win at the BAFTA is typically a major achievement, as members of the British Academy are judges, and the awards ceremony is one of the highest honors in the gaming industry.

Which game will win at the BAFTAs 2026?

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has received 12 nominations in the BAFTA 2026, giving it an edge over all the other titles. The game has been nominated for categories that include Best Game, Narrative, Game Design, with the role-playing title having the potential to dominate the night.

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has consistently received critical acclaim since its April 2025 release, with its realistic dark fantasy theme and Unreal Engine 5 both receiving plaudits from players. We will be on hand to report all the big winners of the 2026 BAFTA Games Awards as they are announced.

Feature image credit: BAFTA

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