The Game Awards 2024 Nominees Announced

The Game Awards 2024 has generated significant buzz with its nominations, highlighting a mix of achievements and notable omissions. BioWare’s Dragon Age: The Veilguard received only one nomination despite its lengthy development, while leading contenders Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth and Astro Bot each secured seven nominations. The inclusion of Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC in the Game of the Year category has sparked debates about award eligibility criteria, which now allow expansions and remakes to compete. The event, celebrating its tenth anniversary, is set to take place on December 12, 2024, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Other nominees for Game of the Year include Balatro, Black Myth: Wukong, and Metaphor: ReFantazio, with fan voting currently open. PlayStation leads with 16 nominations, reflecting the evolving landscape of the gaming industry.