The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom won three awards for Best Game Design, Best Music, and Best Visuals.
The 2023 Game Awards
The 2023 Game Awards took place on December 7, 2023, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California. The event was hosted by Geoff Keighley and featured a star-studded lineup of presenters and performers.
The Winners
The awards ceremony was filled with excitement and anticipation as the winners were announced. Black Myth: Wukong took home the biggest award of the night – Ultimate Game of the Year. Over 12 million public votes were cast to pick the winners in 21 different categories. The game’s impressive visuals and engaging gameplay mechanics made it a standout title among the nominees.
Game Awards 2020: A Night to Remember
The 2020 Game Awards took place on December 10, 2020, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California. The event was a celebration of the best in the gaming industry, with numerous awards presented to outstanding games, developers, and industry professionals.
A Night of Triumph for Independent Developers
The evening was filled with excitement as independent developers took center stage. Balatro, a puzzle game developed by The Game Kitchen, won the Best Indie Game award. This recognition was a testament to the game’s unique mechanics and engaging gameplay, which captivated audiences worldwide. Balatro’s success was not limited to its technical achievements; it also showcased the potential of independent developers to create innovative and critically acclaimed games.
Breakthrough Award: A New Era for Game Development
The Breakthrough Award, presented by the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences, recognized Balatro as a game that pushed the boundaries of innovation and creativity. This award marked a significant milestone in the game development industry, highlighting the importance of taking risks and experimenting with new ideas. The Breakthrough Award is a prestigious honor that acknowledges games that have made a lasting impact on the industry, inspiring future generations of developers to push the boundaries of what is possible.
PC Game of the Year: Satisfactory
The PC Game of the Year award went to Satisfactory, a first-person open-world game developed by Coffee Stain Studios. This award was a testament to the game’s engaging gameplay, immersive world, and impressive production values.
Best Game Design – Returnal. Best Narrative – Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Best Soundtrack – Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Best Game Changer – Returnal. Best Indie Game – Returnal. Best Family Game – Overcooked 3. Best Multiplayer Game for PC – Return to the Moon. Best Mobile Game – Among Us. Best Game for Kids – Overcooked 3. Best VR Game – Astro Bot. Best Game for Seniors – Overcooked 3. Best Game for the Disabled – Returnal. Best Game for the Environment – Returnal.
Cooperative gameplay takes center stage in Helldivers 2’s historic win.
A Historic Victory for Helldivers 2
Helldivers 2, the highly anticipated cooperative third-person shooter, has made history by winning the PC Game of the Year and Critics’ Choice Awards.
The public voted for the best games, TV shows, and hardware in various categories, including the best game of all time, best TV show, and best hardware.
The 2023 Game Awards
The 2023 Game Awards, held on November 9, 2023, was a celebration of the best in the gaming industry. The event brought together the biggest names in gaming, including game developers, publishers, and industry experts. The awards ceremony was live-streamed on various platforms, allowing fans to participate and engage with the event remotely.
Categories and Winners
The awards ceremony featured 21 categories, each voted on by the public.