2024 Indie Game Awards winners went beyond Balatro (but also Balatro)
Briefly

Balatro, a 2024 hit roguelike deck-builder indie game created by one-person dev team LocalThunk, swept the indie categories at The Game Awards, showcasing its widespread appeal and critical acclaim.
There's a strong sentiment among some gamers that blockbuster titles overshadow indie games at major awards. The 2024 Indie Game Awards, however, highlighted talent from smaller developers.
Despite Astro Bot winning the Game of the Year at The Game Awards, indie titles like Balatro were recognized for their innovation and unique contributions to the genre.
The 2024 Indie Game Awards revealed a diverse range of titles celebrated by both the public and a panel of industry professionals, demonstrating the vibrancy of indie gaming.
Read at Polygon
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