The Game Awards 2024: Live Winners & Game of the Year
The Game Awards 2024 has wrapped up, and it’s time to look back at the biggest winners of the night! With a packed lineup of new game reveals, performances, and celebrations, this year’s event was a true spectacle for gamers. Let’s dive straight into the Game of the Year winner and other top categories!
Best Game Direction
Winner: Astro Bot (Team Asobi/SIE)
Once again, Astro Bot grabbed another award for Best Game Direction. The game’s creativity and seamless integration of VR mechanics truly set it apart in this category.
Best Ongoing Game
Winner: Helldivers 2 (Arrowhead Game Studios/SIE)
Helldivers 2 picked up the Best Ongoing Game award, showing that its consistent updates and engaging gameplay are keeping players hooked long-term.
Best Narrative
Winner: Metaphor: ReFantazio (Studio Zero/Atlus/Sega)
For Best Narrative, Metaphor: ReFantazio took the top spot with its gripping story and deep character development. Fans of RPGs and strong storytelling were definitely satisfied with this one.
Best Independent Game
Winner: Balatro (LocalThunk/Playstack)
Indie games always stand out for their creativity, and Balatro earned the Best Indie Game award this year. Its innovative mechanics and engaging gameplay made it a fan favorite.
Best Mobile Game
Winner: Balatro (LocalThunk/Playstack)
Once again, Balatro shines, taking home Best Mobile Game. Its easy-to-pick-up gameplay made it a standout on mobile platforms.
Best VR/AR Game
Winner: Batman: Arkham Shadow (Camouflaj/Oculus Studios)
For fans of superhero games in VR, Batman: Arkham Shadow was the big winner in the Best VR/AR category. This immersive experience truly captured the essence of being the Dark Knight.
Best Action Game
Winner: Helldivers 2 (Arrowhead Game Studios/SIE)
Not only did Helldivers 2 win for ongoing game, but it also snagged the Best Action Game award, thanks to its thrilling co-op gameplay and intense action.
Best RPG
Winner: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Square Enix)
The long-awaited Final Fantasy VII Rebirth took home the Best RPG award, continuing the epic legacy of the FFVII universe with incredible world-building and character arcs.
Best Fighting Game
Winner: Tekken 8 (Bandai Namco)
Tekken 8 dominated the Best Fighting Game category, impressing fans with its smooth mechanics and roster of iconic fighters.
Best Family Game
Winner: Astro Bot (Team Asobi/SIE)
Another win for Astro Bot! This title also picked up the Best Family Game award, proving that it’s perfect for players of all ages.
Best Sports/Racing Game
Winner: EA Sports FC 25 (EA Vancouver/EA Sports)
The Best Sports/Racing Game award went to EA Sports FC 25, offering players the most realistic football (soccer) experience yet, with new features and improved gameplay.
Most Anticipated Game
Winner: Grand Theft Auto VI (Rockstar Games)
It’s no surprise that Grand Theft Auto VI won the Most Anticipated Game category. Fans are eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the iconic open-world series, and this win just proves the excitement around it.
Best Art Direction
Winner: Metaphor: ReFantazio (Studio Zero/Atlus/Sega)
The Best Art Direction award went to Metaphor: ReFantazio, which wowed with its beautiful visuals and unique art style. The game’s artistic direction set it apart as one of the most visually stunning of the year.
Best Score and Music
Winner: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Square Enix)
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth took home the Best Score and Music award, with an unforgettable soundtrack that perfectly complements its emotional narrative and epic battles.
Best Audio Design
Winner: Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II (Ninja Theory/Xbox Game Studios)
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II earned the Best Audio Design award for its incredibly immersive and detailed soundscapes, heightening the player’s emotional connection to the game.
Best Performance
Winner: Melina Juergens – Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
Melina Juergens won Best Performance for her portrayal of Senua in Hellblade II, delivering an outstanding and emotionally raw performance that captivated players.
Best Community Support
Winner: Baldur’s Gate 3 (Larian)
The Best Community Support award went to Baldur’s Gate 3, recognizing the strong connection between the developers and their dedicated fanbase, as well as the constant updates and improvements to the game.
Best Esports Game
Winner: League of Legends (Riot Games)
League of Legends continues to reign supreme, winning Best Esports Game for another year with its highly competitive and evolving esports scene.
Best Esports Athlete
Winner: Faker (Lee Sang-hyeok)
The legendary Faker of League of Legends earned Best Esports Athlete for his continued dominance in the esports scene.
Best Esports Team
Winner: T1 (League of Legends)
T1 took home the Best Esports Team award, further cementing their position as one of the most dominant teams in League of Legends esports.
Best Adaptation
Winner: Fallout (Bethesda/Kilter Films/Amazon)
The Fallout series won Best Adaptation for its successful transition from video game to TV series, receiving critical acclaim for its world-building and character development.
Conclusion
The Game Awards 2024 were packed with amazing moments, big wins, and jaw-dropping game reveals. From Astro Bot sweeping multiple categories to Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and Helldivers 2 taking home major awards, it’s clear that this year’s gaming landscape was full of standout titles and unforgettable performances. Can’t wait to see what next year has in store!