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gaming13 days ago•3 min saved

Industry Defends Keighley as Highguard's Struggles Highlight Wider Instability

After Highguard's launch woes and mass layoffs at Wildlight following its Game Awards reveal, industry voices argue Geoff Keighley isn’t to blame for the game’s troubles, pointing to broader economic instability in the industry. Keighley defended giving Highguard exposure, while critics noted issues like the map size and early PC server problems; remaining Wildlight staff face uncertainty about delivering the 2026 content calendar amid the layoffs.

via GameSpot|

#baldurs-gate-3 #gaming #geoff-keighley

gaming1 month ago•6 min saved

Highguard flickers back to life ahead of January launch

Highguard, The Game Awards’ unusual closing reveal, is showing renewed activity ahead of its January 26 launch on PC (Steam) and current-gen consoles, with social-media optimism growing and SteamDB activity resurging after Keighley’s support, despite a lukewarm trailer and a sparse pre-launch marketing period.

via Eurogamer|

#gaming #geoff-keighley #hero-shooter

entertainment2 months ago•2 min saved

A Complete Look at Game of the Year Winners and Highlights

Since its inception in 2014, The Game Awards' Game of the Year has been awarded to a variety of titles, with Sony leading the pack and RPGs dominating the winners' list; recent winners include Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 in 2025 and Baldur's Gate 3 in 2023, highlighting the evolving landscape of the gaming industry.

via GameSpot|

#awards-history #entertainment #game-of-the-year

technology2 months ago•6 min saved

The Game Awards' Steam Reveal Goes Viral

The Game Awards significantly boosted the visibility and sales of winning games like Expedition 33, which saw a dramatic increase in daily sales and Steam followers post-event, highlighting the awards' impact on game engagement and commercial success, while other nominees experienced minimal effects.

via Substack|

#expedition-33 #game-marketing #game-sales

technology2 months ago•1 min saved

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Wins Big at The Game Awards 2025

French developer Sandfall Interactive's game Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 won Game of the Year at The Game Awards, making history as the most-nominated and most-awarded game in the show's 12-year history, with accolades from both the awards and French President Emmanuel Macron, who expressed pride for Montpellier and France.

via GameSpot|

#clair-obscur-expedition-33 #france #game-of-the-year

gaming2 months ago•4 min saved

Larian Studios Emphasizes Respect and Depth in New Divinity Game

Larian Studios' publishing director explains that the gruesome trailer for their upcoming game Divinity was designed to respect the audience's intelligence and resonate with their understanding, rather than to shock, amidst mixed reactions to its extreme content.

via IGN|

#divinity #game-development #gaming

entertainment2 months ago•2 min saved

Geoff Keighley's Teases Hint at Major Game Announcements for The Game Awards 2025

Geoff Keighley teased an announcement for The Game Awards 2025 by placing a large demon-covered statue in the Mojave Desert, sparking speculation about upcoming game reveals such as Diablo, God of War, Elder Scrolls 6, Doom, or Half Life 3, with the event scheduled for December 11th.

via Eurogamer|

#demon-statue #entertainment #geoff-keighley

gaming3 months ago•3 min saved

The Game Awards 2025 to Stream Exclusively on Prime Video

The Game Awards 2025 will be live streamed on Amazon Prime Video for the first time, alongside traditional platforms like YouTube and Twitch, featuring world premieres, awards, and exclusive content, expanding its global reach and viewer engagement.

via Variety|

#game-announcements #gaming #prime-video

industry3 months ago•4 min saved

The Game Awards' Future Class Program Delayed

The Game Awards' Future Class program has been put on hold for 2025, with no new cohorts or programming planned, leading to disappointment and feelings of neglect among former honorees who feel the organization has not supported or communicated with them adequately.

via Game Developer|

#alumni-dissatisfaction #future-class #industry

gaming3 months ago•3 min saved

Shroud Urges Fans to Vote Arc Raiders as 2025 Game of the Year

Shroud, a popular streamer, urges his fans to vote for Arc Raiders over Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 for Game of the Year 2025, highlighting the minority status of multiplayer gamers and the industry's dominance of multiplayer games, despite some research indicating a preference for single-player experiences among older gamers. He dismisses the importance of awards, claiming they are rigged, but his influence could sway public voting.

via IGN|

#arc-raiders #game-of-the-year #gaming

gaming8 months ago•3 min saved

Mario Kart World: A Chaotic and Hilarious Switch 2 Launch Game

Mario Kart World, despite being well-received, is unlikely to be nominated for Game of the Year at The Game Awards due to genre bias against racing games, which historically have been excluded from the main category regardless of their quality or sales.

via polygon.com|

#game-of-the-year #gaming #mario-kart-world

entertainment1 year ago•4 min saved

Astro Bot Triumphs Amidst Surprises at The Game Awards 2024

Astro Bot won Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024, also securing Best Family Game, Best Action/Adventure, and Best Game Direction. The indie game Balatro and RPG Metaphor: ReFantazio each won three awards, while Black Myth: Wukong received the Player's Voice Award. The event featured celebrity appearances and new game announcements, including Naughty Dog's Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. The Game Changers Award was introduced, recognizing Amir Satvat for aiding laid-off developers. The ceremony occurred amid industry layoffs and a strike by video game actors.

via BBC.com|

#astro-bot #entertainment #game-changers-award

entertainment1 year ago•1 min saved

Astro Bot Wins Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2024

The Game Awards 2024 celebrated its 10th anniversary with major game reveals, including Witcher 4, Elden Ring Nightreign, and Borderlands 4, among others. The event, known for showcasing upcoming video games, also featured a leaked trailer for Mafia: The Old Country, adding to the excitement of the night.

via CNET|

#elden-ring-nightreign #entertainment #game-reveals

gaming1 year ago•1 min saved

Naughty Dog Unveils Sci-Fi Epic 'Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet' at Game Awards

Naughty Dog has announced its new game, "Intergalactic The Heretic Prophet," at The Game Awards. The game, set in the distant future, follows bounty hunter Jordan A. Mun on the planet Sempiria, which has been isolated for centuries. Troy Baker, known for his role as Joel in "The Last of Us," will play a leading role. The game is being developed for the PlayStation 5.

via Insider Gaming|

#gaming #intergalactic-the-heretic-prophet #naughty-dog

technology1 year ago•5 min saved

Limited-Time Game Awards Deals: Save Big on Meta Quest 3S and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth

Amazon is offering limited-time deals on popular games and tech in celebration of The Game Awards. Discounts include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Silent Hill 2, and Star Wars Outlaws, with a special offer on the Meta Quest 3S VR headset, which includes $100 in digital credit. These deals are available in limited quantities, and some items, like the PS5 version of Star Wars Outlaws, have already sold out. Additionally, a Samsung 48" OLED 4K TV is on sale for 41% off.

via IGN|

#final-fantasy-vii-rebirth #meta-quest-3s #silent-hill-2