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Finally, here are the much-awaited nominations for The Game Awards 2024. Astro Bot, Black Myth: Wukong and Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree are some of the games nominated in the GOTY category.
This is an annual celebration in games, developers, and creators who have prevailed in various categories within the gaming industry. This year's awards feature 18 main categories, each showcasing the very cream of gaming achievements.
From moving storytelling and innovative modes to record updates unprecedented in any way and beyond, the year 2024 was filled with spectacular releases that managed to make every nomination a tough competition. Along with presenting the best games, viewership will include a number of exclusive premieres, updates, and announcements.
Game of the Year (GOTY)
- Astro Bot
- Balatro
- Black Myth: Wukong
- Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
- Metaphor: ReFantazio
Best Game Direction
Recognizing innovation and creativity in game design.
- Astro Bot
- Balatro
- Black Myth: Wukong
- Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
- Metaphor: ReFantazio
Best Ongoing Game
Honoring games with consistent updates and community support.
- Destiny 2
- Diablo 4
- Final Fantasy 14
- Fortnite
- Helldivers 2
Best Performance
Celebrating outstanding voice acting and motion capture.
- Briana White (Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth)
- Hannah Telle (Life is Strange: Double Exposure)
- Humberly Gonzalez (Star Wars Outlaws)
- Luke Roberts (Silent Hill 2)
- Melina Juergens (Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2)
Best Mobile Game
Showcasing excellence in mobile gaming.
- AFK Journey
- Balatro
- Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket
- Wuthering Waves
- Zenless Zone Zero
Best Art Direction
Highlighting visual style and creativity.
- Astro Bot
- Black Myth: Wukong
- Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- Metaphor: ReFantazio
- Neva
Best Score and Music
Awarding exceptional soundtracks.
- Astro Bot
- Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
- Metaphor: ReFantazio
- Silent Hill 2
- Stellar Blade
Best Audio Design
Recognizing immersive sound effects and audio quality.
- Astro Bot
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
- Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
- Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2
- Silent Hill 2
Best Adaptation
Acknowledging successful transitions from games to other media.
- Arcane
- Fallout
- Knuckles
- Like a Dragon: Yakuza
- Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft
Best Narrative
Highlighting exceptional storytelling.
- Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
- Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
- Metaphor: ReFantazio
- Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2
- Silent Hill 2
Best Games for Impact
Honoring games with meaningful messages and themes.
- Closer the Distance
- Indika
- Neva
- Life is Strange: Double Exposure
- Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2
- Tales of Kenzera: Zau
Best Community Support Games
Celebrating games with exceptional community engagement.
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Final Fantasy 14
- Fortnite
- Helldivers 2
- No Man’s Sky
Best Multiplayer Games
Recognizing excellence in multiplayer gameplay.
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
- Helldivers 2
- Super Mario Party Jamboree
- Tekken 8
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
Best Independent Game
Spotlighting standout indie titles.
- Animal Well
- Balatro
- Lorelei and the Laser Eyes
- Neva
- UFO 50
Best Debut Indie Game
Highlighting the best first games from new studios.
- Animal Well
- Balatro
- Manor Lords
- Pacific Drive
- The Plucky Squire
Best VR/AR Game
Showcasing innovation in virtual and augmented reality.
- Arizona Sunshine Remake
- Asgard’s Wrath 2
- Batman: Arkham Shadow
- Metal: Hellsinger VR
- Metro: Awakening
Content Creator of the Year
Recognizing influential gaming content creators.
- Caseoh
- Illojuan
- Techno Gamerz
- Typical Gamers
- Usada Pekora
Most Anticipated Game
Highlighting the most awaited upcoming releases.
- Death Stranding 2: On the Beach
- Ghost of Yotei
- Grand Theft Auto 6
- Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
- Monster Hunter Wilds
Best Action/Adventure Game
For outstanding action and exploration gameplay.
- Astro Bot
- Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
- Silent Hill 2
- Star Wars Outlaws
- The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
Best Role-Playing Game
Celebrating the best RPGs.
- Dragon’s Dogma 2
- Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
- Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
- Metaphor: ReFantazio
Best Fighting Game
Highlighting top-tier fighting games.
- Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero
- GranBlue Fantasy Versus: Rising
- Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection Arcade Classics
- MultiVersus
- Tekken 8
Best Action Game
Recognizing thrilling action experiences.
- Black Myth: Wukong
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
- Helldivers 2
- Stellar Blade
- Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2
Best Games in Innovation and Accessibility
Celebrating advancements in accessible gaming.
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 6
- Diablo 4
- Dragon Age: The Veilguard
- Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
- Star Wars Outlaws
Best Family Game
Games perfect for all ages.
- Astro Bot
- Princess Peach: Showtime
- Super Mario Party Jamboree
- The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
- The Plucky Squire
Best Sim/Strategy Game
Recognizing tactical gameplay and simulations.
- Age of Mythology: Retold
- Frostpunk 2
- Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess
- Manor Lords
- Unicorn Overlord
Best Sports/Racing Game
Honouring top-tier sports and racing titles.
- EA Sports FC 25
- F1 24
- NBA 2K 25
- Top Spin 2K25
- WWE 2K24
Best Esports Game
Spotlighting the best competitive games.
- League of Legends
- Dota 2
- Counter Strike 2
- Valorant
- Mobile Legends: Bang Bang
Best Esports Player
Recognizing exceptional individual performances in Esports.
- Faker
- Chovy
- Aleksib
- 33
- Zywoo
Best Esports Team
Celebrating excellence in Esports competitions.
- T1
- Gen.G
- NaVi
- Bili Bili Gaming (BLG)
- Team Liquid
The Game Awards 2024 is set to acknowledge and provide rewards for multiple categories in the world of gaming. The show will reveal just which titles will walk away with such accolades and provide sneak peeks of upcoming projects.
DON'T MISS:
- Every PlayStation 5 Pro enhanced game confirmed so far (November 2024)
- LEGO Horizon Adventures faces record-low Steam launch for Sony
- Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 - A story of revenge, realistic combat, medieval exploration and more
- Rainbow Six Siege: PC-Console crossplay, Reputation System Refresh and more
- Surprise! Death Stranding Director's Cut is now available on Xbox Series X|S
