Last night, the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles was alive with excitement as the gaming industry came together for The Game Awards 2024. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the event highlighted the year’s finest achievements in gaming, punctuated by major announcements, surprise wins, and unforgettable performances.
Game of The Year and Major Categories
The most coveted award, Game of the Year, was claimed by Astro Bot, an innovative platformer that charmed both critics and players with its exceptional design and engaging gameplay. Astro Bot dominated the evening, also winning Best Game Direction and Best Art Direction, solidifying its place as a landmark title of 2024.
In the narrative category, Best Narrative was awarded to Metaphor: ReFantazio for its deeply emotional storytelling and unique world-building. The prestigious Best Performance award went to Melina Juergens for her breathtaking portrayal of Senua in Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, a performance that moved audiences worldwide.
Other notable winners included:
- Best Action Game and Player's Voice: Black Myth: Wukong
- Best Independent Game and Best Mobile Game: Balatro.
- Best Ongoing Game and Best Multiplayer Game: Helldivers 2
- Best Score and Music: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
- Most Anticipated Game: Grand Theft Auto 6
- Best Fighting Game: Tekken 8
Esports and Accessibility Awards
Esports took center stage as well, with League of Legends winning Best Esports Game, while the Best Esports Athlete award was given to Faker for his outstanding performance in Worlds 2024. Additionally, the Innovation in Accessibility award went to Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, praised for pushing boundaries in making gaming inclusive for players with disabilities.
Exciting Announcements
The Game Awards are also known for unveiling the future of gaming, and this year was no exception. Among the standout announcements were the following:
- The Witcher 4, featuring Ciri as the lead protagonist, generating immense anticipation.
- Elden Ring: Nightreign, a multiplayer-focused expansion to the critically acclaimed Elden Ring.
- Okami 2, a sequel to the beloved classic, which thrilled fans with its stunning visuals and promise of continuing its iconic art style.
