#game-awards

[ follow ]

20 Years Ago, Modern Gaming Began With 'Halo 2' and 'Half-Life 2'

Halo 2 and Half-Life 2 are pivotal in gaming history for their innovation and legacy.
#video-games

What makes a Game of the Year winner?

The Game Awards is establishing itself as the premier awards show for gaming, akin to the Oscars.
The awards face criticism for often choosing safe, mainstream games over innovative titles.
Elden Ring and Baldur's Gate 3 represent a positive shift in award recognition toward diverse gameplay experiences.

How to watch The Game Awards 2024

The Game Awards 2024 marks its 10th anniversary, showcasing gaming's top nominees and teasing upcoming game reveals for viewers.

What's going to win Best Ongoing Game at The Game Awards?

Game awards struggle with games that evolve over time and peak post-release.
Polygon includes expansions and updates for Game of the Year; The Game Awards does not.
The Best Ongoing Game category at The Game Awards has limited variety in nominees.
Potential changes may emerge in 2024 for long-standing nominees in the Best Ongoing Game category.

From Astro Bot to Balatro, the 2024 game of the year' race is too close to call

The mounting pressure and excitement surrounding game-of-the-year nominations reflects both personal and community engagement with the gaming industry.

What's going to win Best Indie Game at The Game Awards?

The definition of 'Best Independent Game' is ambiguous, leading to controversy and debate over what constitutes an indie game.

The 2024 Esquire Gaming Awards: The Best in Games, Gadgets, and Gear

2024 offered a diverse range of video games, focusing on niche experiences rather than single defining titles, enriching player choice and satisfaction.

What makes a Game of the Year winner?

The Game Awards is establishing itself as the premier awards show for gaming, akin to the Oscars.
The awards face criticism for often choosing safe, mainstream games over innovative titles.
Elden Ring and Baldur's Gate 3 represent a positive shift in award recognition toward diverse gameplay experiences.

How to watch The Game Awards 2024

The Game Awards 2024 marks its 10th anniversary, showcasing gaming's top nominees and teasing upcoming game reveals for viewers.

What's going to win Best Ongoing Game at The Game Awards?

Game awards struggle with games that evolve over time and peak post-release.
Polygon includes expansions and updates for Game of the Year; The Game Awards does not.
The Best Ongoing Game category at The Game Awards has limited variety in nominees.
Potential changes may emerge in 2024 for long-standing nominees in the Best Ongoing Game category.

From Astro Bot to Balatro, the 2024 game of the year' race is too close to call

The mounting pressure and excitement surrounding game-of-the-year nominations reflects both personal and community engagement with the gaming industry.

What's going to win Best Indie Game at The Game Awards?

The definition of 'Best Independent Game' is ambiguous, leading to controversy and debate over what constitutes an indie game.

The 2024 Esquire Gaming Awards: The Best in Games, Gadgets, and Gear

2024 offered a diverse range of video games, focusing on niche experiences rather than single defining titles, enriching player choice and satisfaction.
morevideo-games
#indie-games

The Game Awards Should Happen After The Year Is Over, Like Every Other Award Show

Timing significantly impacts a game's chances for nomination at The Game Awards, especially for those released close to the eligibility cut-off.

Lorelei and the Laser Eyes makes its way to PS4 and PS5 on December 3

Lorelei and the Laser Eyes is a complex puzzle game debuting on PlayStation that challenges players with unique riddles and an atmospheric setting.

Day of the Devs livestream will showcase indie titles a day before the Game Awards

The Game Awards will honor industry achievements and feature indie game premieres the day before the main event.

The Game Awards Should Happen After The Year Is Over, Like Every Other Award Show

Timing significantly impacts a game's chances for nomination at The Game Awards, especially for those released close to the eligibility cut-off.

Lorelei and the Laser Eyes makes its way to PS4 and PS5 on December 3

Lorelei and the Laser Eyes is a complex puzzle game debuting on PlayStation that challenges players with unique riddles and an atmospheric setting.

Day of the Devs livestream will showcase indie titles a day before the Game Awards

The Game Awards will honor industry achievements and feature indie game premieres the day before the main event.
moreindie-games
#mobile-gaming

Pokemon Cards Are Back-No Binders Needed

Pokémon has successfully transitioned from physical cards to a mobile game, attracting millions of downloads and engaging a new generation of players.

If you can believe it, Pokemon TCG Pocket has soared past $120 million in revenue in less than a month

Pokemon TCG Pocket has earned over $120 million in less than a month, positioning it to potentially surpass Pokemon Go's revenue.

Pokemon Cards Are Back-No Binders Needed

Pokémon has successfully transitioned from physical cards to a mobile game, attracting millions of downloads and engaging a new generation of players.

If you can believe it, Pokemon TCG Pocket has soared past $120 million in revenue in less than a month

Pokemon TCG Pocket has earned over $120 million in less than a month, positioning it to potentially surpass Pokemon Go's revenue.
moremobile-gaming

Game Pass Has These 10 The Game Awards-Nominated Titles To Play Right Now

Ten nominated games for The Game Awards are available on Xbox Game Pass, enhancing its appeal for gamers.

Elden Ring fan-made anime, or fanime, gets fresh teaser, but you'll have to wait until next year to watch it

The fan-made Elden Ring anime has been postponed to summer 2025 to ensure quality and polish in the final production.
#gaming-industry

The Game Awards 2024: Astro Bot and Final Fantasy lead nominations

Astro Bot and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth lead the nominations for this year's Game Awards, each earning seven nods including Game of the Year.

Baldur's Gate 3 Continues Its Awards Streak With 4 BAFTA Wins, Including Best Game

Baldur's Gate 3 dominates 2024 BAFTAs with multiple wins.

The Game Awards 2024: Astro Bot and Final Fantasy lead nominations

Astro Bot and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth lead the nominations for this year's Game Awards, each earning seven nods including Game of the Year.

Baldur's Gate 3 Continues Its Awards Streak With 4 BAFTA Wins, Including Best Game

Baldur's Gate 3 dominates 2024 BAFTAs with multiple wins.
moregaming-industry

Balatro developer on Game Awards nomination: 'Completely surreal'

Balatro is nominated for five Game Awards, showcasing significant recognition for the solo developer LocalThunk in a competitive landscape.
#black-myth-wukong

Is Black Myth: Wukong Coming To Xbox? Phil Spencer Knows, But Won't Say

Black Myth: Wukong may soon be announced for Xbox, following its successful launch on PC and PlayStation 5.

Black Myth: Wukong is one of the lowest-rated Game of the Year nominees in Game Awards history

Black Myth: Wukong is one of the lowest-rated Game of the Year nominees in The Game Awards' history.
The Game Awards 2024 sees a decline in average nominee quality compared to previous years.

Is Black Myth: Wukong Coming To Xbox? Phil Spencer Knows, But Won't Say

Black Myth: Wukong may soon be announced for Xbox, following its successful launch on PC and PlayStation 5.

Black Myth: Wukong is one of the lowest-rated Game of the Year nominees in Game Awards history

Black Myth: Wukong is one of the lowest-rated Game of the Year nominees in The Game Awards' history.
The Game Awards 2024 sees a decline in average nominee quality compared to previous years.
moreblack-myth-wukong

The Game Awards gets ahead of you complaining about Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree getting a GOTY nom by explaining what's eligible for an award

The Game Awards includes DLCs, expansions, and remakes for nominations, emphasizing recognition of diverse creative works.

Final Fantasy is in trouble. Does Metaphor: ReFantazio show it the way?

Niche games can outperform high-budget blockbusters in critical success and popularity when they resonate strongly with audiences.

New Virtua Fighter Is In Development At Sega, Exec Confirms

Sega is actively developing a new entry in the Virtua Fighter franchise, alongside other classic titles. Exciting times for fans of legacy games.

It Takes Two Crosses 20 Million Copies Sold, Developer Teases Title Of Next Game

Hazelight Studios' game It Takes Two has surpassed 20 million copies sold and a new game in development has been teased.

Baldur's Gate 3 Devs Finally Got To Talk On Stage, And They Did Not Hold Back

The Game Awards received criticism for not allowing winners to speak, while the DICE Awards allowed winners to discuss the state of the industry.
Larian Studios emphasized the importance of developers and community building in their acceptance speech at the DICE Awards.
[ Load more ]