Hellblade 2 leads very different set of nominations for BAFTA Games AwardsIndie games are competing strongly at BAFTA 2025, with titles like Ninja Theory's Hellblade 2 leading nominations for significant awards.
The GDC Awards' 2025 Game of the Year winners are rolling inThe GDC Awards represent a peer-judged perspective on game excellence, distinct from the trailer-heavy spectacle of The Game Awards.
Pack it up, other games - an early GOTY frontrunner emergesThe upcoming expansion 'In The Dark' for Lil Gator Game is anticipated to enhance the cozy game's appeal and is a strong candidate for Game of the Year.
Why was 1000xResist's best sales day 7 months post-launch? 'Not being in The Game Awards,' dev says1000xResist gained significant attention post-The Game Awards due to community backlash over its exclusion, leading to record-high sales.
The 10 Best Indie Games of 2024, RankedIndie games are breaking into the mainstream and being recognized for innovation alongside blockbuster titles in 2024.
2024 Indie Game Awards winners went beyond Balatro (but also Balatro)Balatro swept the 2024 Indie Game Awards, highlighting the rise of indie games in the industry.
Hellblade 2 leads very different set of nominations for BAFTA Games AwardsIndie games are competing strongly at BAFTA 2025, with titles like Ninja Theory's Hellblade 2 leading nominations for significant awards.
The GDC Awards' 2025 Game of the Year winners are rolling inThe GDC Awards represent a peer-judged perspective on game excellence, distinct from the trailer-heavy spectacle of The Game Awards.
Pack it up, other games - an early GOTY frontrunner emergesThe upcoming expansion 'In The Dark' for Lil Gator Game is anticipated to enhance the cozy game's appeal and is a strong candidate for Game of the Year.
Why was 1000xResist's best sales day 7 months post-launch? 'Not being in The Game Awards,' dev says1000xResist gained significant attention post-The Game Awards due to community backlash over its exclusion, leading to record-high sales.
The 10 Best Indie Games of 2024, RankedIndie games are breaking into the mainstream and being recognized for innovation alongside blockbuster titles in 2024.
2024 Indie Game Awards winners went beyond Balatro (but also Balatro)Balatro swept the 2024 Indie Game Awards, highlighting the rise of indie games in the industry.
Naughty Dog's Intergalactic Was Inspired By Akira And Cowboy BebopNaughty Dog's new game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, explores faith in institutions amidst an ambitious narrative and features an anime-inspired aesthetic.
How did The Game Awards let this "AI slop" cat game sneak in?Catly's unexpected presence at the Game Awards has sparked confusion and backlash, with speculation about its ties to AI and blockchain gaming.
Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Announced At The Game AwardsSonic Racing CrossWorlds features dimension-hopping gameplay with Shadow the Hedgehog, showcasing excitement for both gaming and upcoming film integration.
The 10 Best Video Games of 2024, RankedThe gaming industry has shown diversity in titles, with no single game defining the year.Amid challenges, the quality and variety of games highlight the winning creativity of developers.
Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet Is The Next, Very Different Naughty Dog GameNaughty Dog's Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet marks a major shift into science fiction, showcasing a hero's desperate escape from a cursed planet.
Elden Ring Nightreign Announced For 2025, Co-Op Action Spin-OffElden Ring Nightreign is a co-op action game release set for 2025, expanding on the Elden Ring universe with PvP elements.
Naughty Dog's Intergalactic Was Inspired By Akira And Cowboy BebopNaughty Dog's new game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, explores faith in institutions amidst an ambitious narrative and features an anime-inspired aesthetic.
How did The Game Awards let this "AI slop" cat game sneak in?Catly's unexpected presence at the Game Awards has sparked confusion and backlash, with speculation about its ties to AI and blockchain gaming.
Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Announced At The Game AwardsSonic Racing CrossWorlds features dimension-hopping gameplay with Shadow the Hedgehog, showcasing excitement for both gaming and upcoming film integration.
The 10 Best Video Games of 2024, RankedThe gaming industry has shown diversity in titles, with no single game defining the year.Amid challenges, the quality and variety of games highlight the winning creativity of developers.
Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet Is The Next, Very Different Naughty Dog GameNaughty Dog's Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet marks a major shift into science fiction, showcasing a hero's desperate escape from a cursed planet.
Elden Ring Nightreign Announced For 2025, Co-Op Action Spin-OffElden Ring Nightreign is a co-op action game release set for 2025, expanding on the Elden Ring universe with PvP elements.
Here all The Game Awards 2024 winnersThe Game Awards honors diverse games and creators, culminating in the Game of the Year award.
Naughty Dog's Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet Trailer Has Completely Won Me OverIntergalactic: The Heretic Prophet captivates with its themes of space, isolation, and engaging character depth despite its action-oriented gameplay.
Elden Ring Nightreign pre-order guideElden Ring Nightreign offers a unique co-op and battle royale blend within the Soulslike genre, launching on May 30.
'Anti-woke' Real Game Awards honours trans developer - her reaction is pricelessThe Real Game Awards honored a trans developer, highlighting a paradox in its anti-woke stance.
Warframe 1999 Launches Friday With Guns, Motorcycles, And Killer Y2K-BotsThe Warframe 1999 expansion introduces new characters, mission types, a vehicle mount, and Cyte-09, enhancing gameplay and nostalgia from the 1990s.
Split Fiction is the next co-op game from Hazelight StudiosHazelight Studios announces Split Fiction, a new co-op game, continuing their successful legacy from It Takes Two.
Here all The Game Awards 2024 winnersThe Game Awards honors diverse games and creators, culminating in the Game of the Year award.
Naughty Dog's Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet Trailer Has Completely Won Me OverIntergalactic: The Heretic Prophet captivates with its themes of space, isolation, and engaging character depth despite its action-oriented gameplay.
Elden Ring Nightreign pre-order guideElden Ring Nightreign offers a unique co-op and battle royale blend within the Soulslike genre, launching on May 30.
'Anti-woke' Real Game Awards honours trans developer - her reaction is pricelessThe Real Game Awards honored a trans developer, highlighting a paradox in its anti-woke stance.
Warframe 1999 Launches Friday With Guns, Motorcycles, And Killer Y2K-BotsThe Warframe 1999 expansion introduces new characters, mission types, a vehicle mount, and Cyte-09, enhancing gameplay and nostalgia from the 1990s.
Split Fiction is the next co-op game from Hazelight StudiosHazelight Studios announces Split Fiction, a new co-op game, continuing their successful legacy from It Takes Two.
Can anything beat GTA 6 for Game of the Year 2025?Grand Theft Auto 6 is poised to be the main contender for Game of the Year 2025 unless delays occur.
Balatro Hits Big Sales Milestone After Being Showered With AwardsBalatro has surpassed 5 million sales, boosted by its exposure from The Game Awards.
Everyone's Having A Totally Normal One About Black Myth: Wukong Not Winning GOTYAward ceremonies often lack objective criteria for judgment, leaving developers and fans disillusioned, as seen with Game Science's reaction to Black Myth: Wukong's results.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a GOTY front-runner at the DICE AwardsIndiana Jones and the Great Circle's acclaim at DICE highlights its potential as a Game of the Year contender despite missing The Game Awards deadline.
Can anything beat GTA 6 for Game of the Year 2025?Grand Theft Auto 6 is poised to be the main contender for Game of the Year 2025 unless delays occur.
Balatro Hits Big Sales Milestone After Being Showered With AwardsBalatro has surpassed 5 million sales, boosted by its exposure from The Game Awards.
Everyone's Having A Totally Normal One About Black Myth: Wukong Not Winning GOTYAward ceremonies often lack objective criteria for judgment, leaving developers and fans disillusioned, as seen with Game Science's reaction to Black Myth: Wukong's results.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is a GOTY front-runner at the DICE AwardsIndiana Jones and the Great Circle's acclaim at DICE highlights its potential as a Game of the Year contender despite missing The Game Awards deadline.
Pokemon TCG Pocket's Game-Changing Update And More Of The Week's Big NewsDisappointment arose among developers and fans after Black Myth: Wukong lost Game of the Year at the Game Awards.
Black Myth: Wukong's producer seems pissed he didn't win Game of the YearFeng Ji expressed disappointment and confusion after losing Game of the Year at The Game Awards, despite his game receiving multiple nominations.
Black Myth: Wukong grabs surprise Game of the Year win at the Golden JoysticksBlack Myth: Wukong won Ultimate Game of the Year, showcasing strong fan support despite mixed critical reviews.
Black Myth: Wukong Devs Tease December Surprise For The 2024 GOTY ContenderFans of Black Myth: Wukong can expect surprises next month, including potential DLC and an Xbox Series X/S release.
Pokemon TCG Pocket's Game-Changing Update And More Of The Week's Big NewsDisappointment arose among developers and fans after Black Myth: Wukong lost Game of the Year at the Game Awards.
Black Myth: Wukong's producer seems pissed he didn't win Game of the YearFeng Ji expressed disappointment and confusion after losing Game of the Year at The Game Awards, despite his game receiving multiple nominations.
Black Myth: Wukong grabs surprise Game of the Year win at the Golden JoysticksBlack Myth: Wukong won Ultimate Game of the Year, showcasing strong fan support despite mixed critical reviews.
Black Myth: Wukong Devs Tease December Surprise For The 2024 GOTY ContenderFans of Black Myth: Wukong can expect surprises next month, including potential DLC and an Xbox Series X/S release.
The first Witcher 4 trailer sees Ciri kicking buttCD Projekt Red surprised fans by previewing The Witcher 4, featuring Ciri as the protagonist.
Can't wait for The Witcher 4? Well, thanks to Witcher 3 modders, you can now get an early taste of playing as grown up monster slayer CiriModders are enhancing Witcher 3 experience with a new Ciri look inspired by Witcher 4's trailer.Witcher 4 director praises the modding community for their creativity.
The Witcher 4 Director On Ciri, Gwent, And In-Game RomanceCiri is confirmed as the protagonist of The Witcher IV, marking the beginning of a new saga.
The first Witcher 4 trailer sees Ciri kicking buttCD Projekt Red surprised fans by previewing The Witcher 4, featuring Ciri as the protagonist.
Can't wait for The Witcher 4? Well, thanks to Witcher 3 modders, you can now get an early taste of playing as grown up monster slayer CiriModders are enhancing Witcher 3 experience with a new Ciri look inspired by Witcher 4's trailer.Witcher 4 director praises the modding community for their creativity.
The Witcher 4 Director On Ciri, Gwent, And In-Game RomanceCiri is confirmed as the protagonist of The Witcher IV, marking the beginning of a new saga.
Harrison Ford Pulled A John Travolta At The Game AwardsHarrison Ford surprised fans at The Game Awards, celebrating voice performers and adding Hollywood flair to the event.Ford humorously mispronounced Melina Juergens' name, recalling a famous Oscars gaffe.
Astro Bot PS5 Slim Bundles Are Available Now - $50 Cheaper Than PS5 On Its OwnPlayStation has released PS5 Slim Astro Bot bundles at discounted prices, creating significant savings for consumers.
This Astro Bot Trophy Is A Treat For The EarsEarning the SingStars trophy in Astro Bot requires completing the main campaign and witnessing the ship parts sing at the crash site.
From Astro Bot to Balatro, the 2024 game of the year' race is too close to callThe mounting pressure and excitement surrounding game-of-the-year nominations reflects both personal and community engagement with the gaming industry.
Game Awards 2024: Astro Bot Wins Game of the YearAstro Bot is celebrated as Game of the Year, reflecting its popularity and success in the gaming industry.
Don't miss The Game Awards 2024 right here at 7:30PM ETThe 10th annual Game Awards features 96 nominations, with Astro Bot and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth leading the competition.
Astro Bot is getting a free holiday-themed bonus levelA new free level, Winter Wonder, is coming to Astro Bot as a thank you to fans for their support.
Astro Bot PS5 Slim Bundles Are Available Now - $50 Cheaper Than PS5 On Its OwnPlayStation has released PS5 Slim Astro Bot bundles at discounted prices, creating significant savings for consumers.
This Astro Bot Trophy Is A Treat For The EarsEarning the SingStars trophy in Astro Bot requires completing the main campaign and witnessing the ship parts sing at the crash site.
From Astro Bot to Balatro, the 2024 game of the year' race is too close to callThe mounting pressure and excitement surrounding game-of-the-year nominations reflects both personal and community engagement with the gaming industry.
Game Awards 2024: Astro Bot Wins Game of the YearAstro Bot is celebrated as Game of the Year, reflecting its popularity and success in the gaming industry.
Don't miss The Game Awards 2024 right here at 7:30PM ETThe 10th annual Game Awards features 96 nominations, with Astro Bot and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth leading the competition.
Astro Bot is getting a free holiday-themed bonus levelA new free level, Winter Wonder, is coming to Astro Bot as a thank you to fans for their support.
A $5,100 Black Myth: Wukong Life-Size Bust Is On The Way, Check It OutBlack Myth: Wokong is a surprising success, leading to a high-end collectible bust priced at $5,130 for serious fans.
Diablo 4 for just $10 is a hellacious dealDiablo 4 didn't win 'Best Ongoing Game' but is heavily discounted at GameStop, now $9.99.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown's accessibility doesn't 'dilute' the game: 'It's the opposite'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown successfully combines challenging gameplay with comprehensive accessibility features, setting a new standard in the gaming industry.
Ragebound is a new Ninja Gaiden game from the team behind BlasphemousNinja Gaiden Ragebound unites talented developers, promising quality revival of the beloved franchise with a fresh narrative and impressive pixel art.
The Biggest Surprises From The Game Awards Nominees And More Of The Week's Top TakesThe 2024 Game Awards nominations generated significant conversation around both included and excluded titles.
Indiana Jones would've been a GOTY contender if not for timingIndiana Jones and the Great Circle is a major Game of the Year contender but will not be represented at The Game Awards due to its late release.
"Stop being so over dramatic gamers" - Palworld's community manager on fans' claims that the Pokemon-like was snubbed at The Game AwardsPalworld fans feel snubbed for its lack of nominations at The Game Awards, despite the community manager's view that no conspiracy is involved.
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown's accessibility doesn't 'dilute' the game: 'It's the opposite'Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown successfully combines challenging gameplay with comprehensive accessibility features, setting a new standard in the gaming industry.
Ragebound is a new Ninja Gaiden game from the team behind BlasphemousNinja Gaiden Ragebound unites talented developers, promising quality revival of the beloved franchise with a fresh narrative and impressive pixel art.
The Biggest Surprises From The Game Awards Nominees And More Of The Week's Top TakesThe 2024 Game Awards nominations generated significant conversation around both included and excluded titles.
Indiana Jones would've been a GOTY contender if not for timingIndiana Jones and the Great Circle is a major Game of the Year contender but will not be represented at The Game Awards due to its late release.
"Stop being so over dramatic gamers" - Palworld's community manager on fans' claims that the Pokemon-like was snubbed at The Game AwardsPalworld fans feel snubbed for its lack of nominations at The Game Awards, despite the community manager's view that no conspiracy is involved.
Den of Wolves lead reveals the secret behind badass video game music, the "other mid tempo", and Metal Gear Rising's composer's involvementThe music in Den of Wolves is characterized by an innovative 'other mid-tempo' style that enhances its exhilarating heist gameplay.
Payday Co-Creator's Den Of Wolves Gameplay Trailer Shows Off Intense Sci-Fi ActionDen of Wolves is a co-op first-person shooter focused on stealth operations and heists set in a futuristic city.
Den of Wolves lead reveals the secret behind badass video game music, the "other mid tempo", and Metal Gear Rising's composer's involvementThe music in Den of Wolves is characterized by an innovative 'other mid-tempo' style that enhances its exhilarating heist gameplay.
Payday Co-Creator's Den Of Wolves Gameplay Trailer Shows Off Intense Sci-Fi ActionDen of Wolves is a co-op first-person shooter focused on stealth operations and heists set in a futuristic city.
The Pac Man Reboot Shadow Labyrinth Is Getting A Special Edition Packed With CollectiblesPac-Man's 45th anniversary brings a dark reimagining with Shadow Labyrinth, diverging from its family-friendly roots.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is coming to PC on January 23Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is coming to PC on January 23, with enhanced graphics and a preorder discount available.
The Pac Man Reboot Shadow Labyrinth Is Getting A Special Edition Packed With CollectiblesPac-Man's 45th anniversary brings a dark reimagining with Shadow Labyrinth, diverging from its family-friendly roots.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is coming to PC on January 23Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is coming to PC on January 23, with enhanced graphics and a preorder discount available.
The Morning After: The Game Awards had some surprises this yearThe Game Awards featured trailers of exciting new games and revivals, signaling an exciting future for various franchises.
GameSpot's 10 Best Games Of 2024GameSpot identifies the challenge of curating the best games of 2024, emphasizing expansions and live-service titles alongside standalone releases.
New Dungeon & Fighter Game Arad Looks A Lot Like Genshin ImpactNexon unveiled Arad: Dungeon & Fighter, an open-world action RPG, featuring an anime-style aesthetic and diverse characters, aimed at multiple platforms.
What we think will get announced at the Game Awards 2024The Game Awards serves dual purposes as both an awards show and a platform for major game trailers and announcements.
Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test Offers An Early Opportunity To Return To The Lands BetweenElden Ring Nightreign, a co-op survival game, will have a network test in February 2025, following a reveal at The Game Awards.
How to watch the 2024 Game AwardsThe Game Awards is more about announcements and reveals than the awards themselves, featuring major game trailers and reveals this year.
Elden Ring Nightreign Network Test Offers An Early Opportunity To Return To The Lands BetweenElden Ring Nightreign, a co-op survival game, will have a network test in February 2025, following a reveal at The Game Awards.
How to watch the 2024 Game AwardsThe Game Awards is more about announcements and reveals than the awards themselves, featuring major game trailers and reveals this year.
The Creator Behind Ico And Shadow Of The Colossus Is Making A Wild Sci-Fi GameFumito Ueda's new untitled sci-fi game features stunning visuals and mechs, building anticipation among fans of his previous work.
Shadow Of The Colossus Creator Reveals Untitled New GameFumito Ueda's new untitled game evokes themes of survival reminiscent of Shadow of the Colossus and is under development by GenDesign.
The Creator Behind Ico And Shadow Of The Colossus Is Making A Wild Sci-Fi GameFumito Ueda's new untitled sci-fi game features stunning visuals and mechs, building anticipation among fans of his previous work.
Shadow Of The Colossus Creator Reveals Untitled New GameFumito Ueda's new untitled game evokes themes of survival reminiscent of Shadow of the Colossus and is under development by GenDesign.
Dev Behind Co-Op Hit It Takes Two Has A New Game Reportedly Coming Out In MarchHazelight Studios is expected to announce their new game "Split Fiction" soon, targeting a release date of March 6, 2025.
The Game Awards 2024: all of the biggest trailers and announcementsThe Game Awards prioritize game reveals and announcements over the actual award presentations.
Dev Behind Co-Op Hit It Takes Two Has A New Game Reportedly Coming Out In MarchHazelight Studios is expected to announce their new game "Split Fiction" soon, targeting a release date of March 6, 2025.
The Game Awards 2024: all of the biggest trailers and announcementsThe Game Awards prioritize game reveals and announcements over the actual award presentations.
RGG reveals a Virtua Fighter revival and a brawler set in the 1910sRyu Ga Gotoku Studio is simultaneously reviving the Virtua Fighter series and working on a Like A Dragon-inspired game set in the 1910s.
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.
Balatro Crosses Over With Shovel Knight, Warframe, And More In New UpdateBalatro's six nominations at the Game Awards signify its impact, alongside a thrilling collaboration update featuring cards from notable games.
Balatro scored big Game Awards nominations, then sales spikedBalatro's success surged after The Game Awards nominations, highlighting the impact of industry recognition on mobile game sales.
Balatro Crosses Over With Shovel Knight, Warframe, And More In New UpdateBalatro's six nominations at the Game Awards signify its impact, alongside a thrilling collaboration update featuring cards from notable games.
Balatro scored big Game Awards nominations, then sales spikedBalatro's success surged after The Game Awards nominations, highlighting the impact of industry recognition on mobile game sales.
Ahead of The Game Awards, Mafia: The Old Country appears to have had its release window leaked via a pesky YouTube adMafia: The Old Country is a criminal underworld adventure set in 1900s Sicily, recently leaked before its showcase.
With no new character trailer at the Tekken World Tour, hopes are raised for a Tekken 8 reveal at The Game AwardsThe Tekken World Tour finals will lack a new character trailer, heightening anticipation for a reveal at The Game Awards.
Modders deserve recognition at The Game Awards, tooFan-made work, especially mods, significantly enhances game experiences but lacks recognition at The Game Awards.The 'Best Fan Creation' award was removed after controversy involving Nintendo IP.Despite their contributions, modders and fan creators are overlooked in major gaming awards.
GOTY contender Metaphor: ReFantazio is 29% off ahead of Black FridayMetaphor: ReFantazio has received rave reviews and nominations, highlighting its success as a new RPG title.