All articles tagged with #the game awards
Originally Published 27 days ago — by GameSpot
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.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by Substack
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.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by GameSpot
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.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by IGN
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.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Eurogamer
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.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Variety
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.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Game Developer
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.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by IGN
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.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by polygon.com
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNET
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Insider Gaming
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IGN
Bandai Namco is developing a new game titled 'Shadow Labyrinth,' based on the Secret Level's Pac-Man episode, set to release in 2025. The game, a Metroidvania, features a darker take on the classic character and is produced by Tekken's Katsuhiro Harada. Despite mixed reviews of the original episode, the game has been in development for four years and will be available on PC, PS5, Switch, and Xbox Series X|S.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Video Games Chronicle
The Day of the Devs: The Game Awards 2024 Edition showcased nearly 20 indie games, featuring new announcements and updates on previously revealed titles. Highlights include Bionic Bay's release date, the unique 1-bit graphics of Blippo+, and the cozy space sim Curiosmos. Other notable games include Crescent County, a solarpunk delivery sim, and the sequel Hyper Light Breaker. The event, now run by a non-profit organization, continues to spotlight innovative indie games ahead of The Game Awards.