The Game Awards has officially announced the nominees for its 2024 edition, spotlighting a dynamic year in gaming. The selection leans heavily toward action and role-playing games, with blockbuster titles such as Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree and Black Myth: Wukong competing for Game of the Year. Notably, indie gems like Balatro and the family-friendly Astro Bot also captured significant recognition.
Top Contenders and Industry Leaders
Leading the nominations are Astro Bot and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, both securing seven nods each. Close behind is Metaphor: ReFantazio, which received six nominations. On the corporate side, Sony Interactive Entertainment leads with 16 nominations, followed by Square Enix and Xbox, each with 12, and Sega with 11.
Game of the Year Highlights
This year’s Game of the Year category showcases an intriguing mix. Heavyweights like Astro Bot, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, and Metaphor: ReFantazio are joined by Balatro, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, and Black Myth: Wukong. The latter two—a DLC expansion and a polarizing action game—add variety to the lineup.
Unexpected Inclusions
While most nominations were predictable, some surprises made the list. Silent Hill 2 received a nod for Best Narrative, despite its story being over two decades old. Dragon Age: The Veilguard earned only one mention, and Star Wars Outlaws, which underperformed for Ubisoft, received three nominations.
When and Where to Watch
The winners will be revealed on December 12, 2024, during the awards ceremony, which promises a slew of game reveals and exclusive trailers. Below is the full list of nominees across all categories:
Major Categories and Nominees
Game of the Year
- Astro Bot
- Balatro
- Black Myth: Wukong
- Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
- Metaphor: ReFantazio
Best Game Direction
- Astro Bot
- Balatro
- Black Myth: Wukong
- Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
- Metaphor: ReFantazio
Best Narrative
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
- Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
- Metaphor: ReFantazio
- Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2
- Silent Hill 2
Best Art Direction
- Astro Bot
- Black Myth: Wukong
- Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- Metaphor: ReFantazio
- Neva
…and many more categories including Best Independent Game, Best VR/AR Game, and Best Mobile Game.
Stay tuned for December 12 as the gaming community gathers to celebrate the year’s achievements. For a complete list of nominees, visit The Game Awards’ official website.
