The Game Awards 2024 became the epicenter of the video game industry this Thursday. With a global audience and impressive staging, the event not only awarded the best games of the yearbut also offered a preview of future releases that promise to set trends.
GOTY
The title Astro Bot won the Game of the Year (GOTY) awardcementing the place of virtual reality in the video game landscape. This game stood out for its innovative design, Intuitive mechanics and an immersive experience which made it a benchmark for VR devices. The sequel to the popular Astro Bot has managed to capture the essence of exploration and ingenuity, captivating critics and players alike.
Main categories and winners
The Game Awards recognized excellence in different genres and disciplines. Below are some of the most notable winners:
– Best action game: Black Myth Wukong
– Best narrative: Metaphor Re:Fantazio
– Best artistic direction: Metaphor Re:Fantazio.
– Best soundtrack: Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth.
Most anticipated revelations and announcements
In addition to the award, The event served as a platform to reveal big announcements and trailers for highly anticipated games.. Highlights included:
– Elden Ring: Nightreign debuted an epic trailer that left fans excited for its 2025 release.
–The Witcher 4 showed a trailer in which Ciri takes the lead role, exploring themes of redemption and legacy.
– Okami 2 confirmed its existence after almost 20 years of waiting, with Hideki Kamiya at the helm of the project.
– Intergalactic: The Heretic Propheta sci-fi exclusive for PS5 from the creators of The Last of Us, surprised with its mature narrative and cutting-edge visuals.
– Borderlands 4described as “the definitive fantasy shooter”, promises to innovate the genre.
Other relevant ads
The gala also had space for the return of classics and the expansion of popular sagas. Some ads that caught attention were:
– Turok Originsa modern reinvention of the iconic FPS with dinosaurs.
– Mafia: The Old Country, which will take players to Sicily at the beginning of the 20th century.
– Split Fictionthe new title from the creators of It Takes Two, which is committed to narrative multiplayer.
– Okami 2which with its artistic and environmental approach promises to be one of the most anticipated releases of 2025.
Geoff Keighley, host and producer of The Game Awards, called this edition “the most ambitious to date.” From emotional speeches to live musical performances, the event managed to capture the passion and creativity of the industry. The combination of awards, announcements and celebrations consolidates The Game Awards as an essential showcase for the gaming community.
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