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The Game Awards 2024 is set to be an exciting event, celebrating the best in the gaming industry. Hosted by Geoff Keighley, the ceremony will take place on December 12, 2024, and promises to be a spectacular celebration of the year's top achievements. Here's a look at some of the standout nominees and categories for this year's awards:

Game of the Year Nominees

1. Astro Bot (Team Asobi) 2. Balatro (LocalThunk) 3. Black Myth: Wukong (Game Science) 4. Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree (FromSoftware) 5. Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Square Enix) 6. Metaphor: ReFantazio (Studio Zero)

Notable Categories and Nominees

• Best Game Direction: Astro Bot, Balatro, Black Myth: Wukong, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Metaphor: ReFantazio

• Best Ongoing Game: Destiny 2, Diablo IV, Final Fantasy XIV, Fortnite, Helldivers 2

• Best Performance: Briana White (Final Fantasy VII Rebirth), Hannah Telle (Life is Strange: Double Exposure), Humberly Gonzalez (Star Wars: Outlaws), Luke Roberts (Silent Hill 2), Melina Juergens (Senua’s Saga Hellblade 2)

• Best Mobile Game: AFK Journey, Balatro, Pokemon Trading Card Game, Pocket Wuthering Waves, Zenless Zone Zero

• Best Art Direction: Astro Bot, Black Myth: Wukong, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, Metaphor: ReFantazio, Neva

Surprises and Snubs

This year's nominations have sparked quite a bit of discussion among fans and critics. Balatro, an innovative poker roguelike, has broken through to the Game of the Year category, a rare feat for indie games. On the other hand, some fans are debating the inclusion of Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, a DLC, in the Game of the Year category.

Indie Game Recognition

Indie games have historically struggled to gain recognition at The Game Awards, but Balatro has managed to secure a nomination for Best Game Direction, highlighting its innovative design. Neva also received a nod for Best Art Direction, but overall, indie representation remains limited.

VR Gaming Breakthrough

VR gaming has seen significant growth this year, with Batman: Arkham Shadow and Asgard’s Wrath 2 both earning nominations in the Best VR/AR Game category.

Looking Ahead

As the countdown to The Game Awards 2024 continues, fans eagerly await the final results and the world premiere announcements that have become a hallmark of the event. With over 118 million live streams in 2023, the event is set to break records once again3.

The Game Awards 2024 is shaping up to be a thrilling celebration of the best in gaming. Who do you think will take home the top honors this year?

Cast your votes before voting closes!

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