Game Awards 2024 Nominees

The Game Awards 2024 is shaping up to be a monumental event as it celebrates its 10th anniversary on December 12 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the ceremony will honor the best in gaming across 29 competitive categories. Leading the nominations are Astro Bot and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, each earning seven nods, including coveted spots in the Game of the Year category. This year’s nominations highlight an exciting mix of innovative titles and industry veterans, ensuring a tight competition for the ultimate accolades.

Game of the Year Contenders

The nominees for Game of the Year are:

• Astro Bot (Team Asobi/SIE)

• Balatro (LocalThunk/Playstack)

• Black Myth: Wukong (Game Science)

• Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree (FromSoftware/Bandai Namco)

• Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Square Enix)

• Metaphor: ReFantazio (Studio Zero/Atlus/Sega)

These titles represent a diverse range of gameplay experiences, from the breathtaking visuals of Black Myth: Wukong to the narrative depth of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.

Key Categories and Nominees

The competition extends beyond Game of the Year with standout contenders in several other major categories:

• Best Game Direction: Featuring nominees like Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree and Metaphor: ReFantazio.

• Best Art Direction: Nominees include Neva (Nomada Studio/Devolver) and Astro Bot.

• Best Performance: Talented actors such as Briana White (Final Fantasy VII Rebirth) and Melina Juergens (Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II) are vying for this honor.
  

For fans seeking a more complete breakdown, categories like Best VR/AR Game, Best Multiplayer Game, and Innovation in Accessibility showcase even more of this year’s top creative achievements.

For a list of all nominees, please check the Game Awards website.

A Decade of Excellence

As The Game Awards marks its 10th year, the event continues to serve as a cultural touchstone for gamers worldwide. With a stellar lineup of nominees and high-stakes competition, the 2024 ceremony is set to be one of the most memorable yet. Fans can tune in on December 12 at 7:30 p.m. EST to see which games take home the top prizes.

Stay updated on Game Awards 2024 and join the conversation about your favorite nominees. Whether you're rooting for Astro Bot, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, or another contender, this year promises to celebrate the games that defined 2024.