The Game Awards 2024 is right around the corner, and gamers worldwide are eagerly anticipating the nominees and the eventual winners across various categories. This year’s awards promise to be even more exciting with a slew of fresh nominees, expanding categories, and a greater influence of audience voting. Whether you’re a hardcore gamer, an esports fan, or simply someone who enjoys keeping up with the latest in gaming, the Game Awards 2024 is the must-watch event of the year.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Game Awards 2024, from the nominations to how you can cast your votes!

Overview of Game Awards 2024 

Game Awards 2024 Quick Facts
Event	Game Awards 2024
Date of Event	December 13, 2024 (12:30 AM EST)
Voting Period	Starts December 2, 2024; ends December 12, 2024, 2 AM PT
Location	Peacock Theatre, Los Angeles
Streaming Platforms	YouTube (4K), Twitch, Facebook Live
Categories	29 major categories across multiple gaming genres
Audience Voting	10% contribution to final results, plus Player’s Voice

Quick Update for Latest Game Awards

The Game Awards 2024 has officially unveiled the list of nominees, with highly anticipated titles like Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree and Balatro leading the charge. This year, DLCs and expansions are allowed in primary categories, a rule change that paves the way for major releases like Elden Ring to be included in the coveted Game of the Year category. Additionally, the audience will have an important role to play, as their votes will count for 10% of the overall results.

As the countdown to the awards ceremony begins, fans are also looking forward to the Player’s Voice award, which is driven entirely by audience votes. Voting opens on December 2, and the excitement builds as fans can vote for their favorite games in several key categories.

Notable Mentions:

• Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (Amazon Games) has been nominated for Best Adaptation and other categories.
• Astro Bot has multiple nominations in different categories, including Best Performance and Innovation in Accessibility.
• FC25 (from EA Sports) has been nominated for Best Sports Game.

Game Awards Nominees List 2024

The Game Awards 2024 nominees cover a wide range of gaming genres, from action-packed shooters to emotional indie games. Below is a breakdown of the top categories and game awards nominees for the 2024 edition.

Game Award 2024 Categories List

Game of the Year

The ultimate honor, the Game of the Year award is given to the title that defines the gaming landscape of the year. This year’s nominees include some heavy hitters, with both established franchises and fresh indie games making their mark.

• Balatro
• Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
• The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
• Astro Bot
• Lara Croft: Tomb Raider
• FC25

Best Indie Game

Indie games have become a driving force in the gaming industry, with unique concepts and groundbreaking gameplay experiences. This category celebrates the best indie games that have captivated audiences.

• Hollow Reign
• Space Bound
• Vengeful Spirits
• Shadows of the Wild
• Balatro

Best Mobile Game

Mobile gaming has seen tremendous growth, and the best mobile games of 2024 will be honored in this category.

• Clash Royale 2.0
• The Elder Scrolls: Blade Runner
• Pokemon Masters: Return
• Angry Birds X
• Marvel: Infinity Wars

Best VR/AR Game

With the increasing popularity of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR), this category highlights the most innovative games in these immersive platforms.

• Soma: Reality
• Horizon Call of the Mountain
• No Man’s Sky VR Expansion
• Asgard’s Wrath 2
• Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge VR

Best Action Game

For fans of fast-paced, combat-heavy titles, this category recognizes the best action games of the year.

• Black Ops 6
• Doom Eternal: Return of the Slayer
• Resident Evil 4 Remake
• Dead Space: Reborn
• Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty

Best Action-Adventure

Action-adventure games often combine engaging storytelling with thrilling gameplay. The nominees in this category promise some epic experiences.

• The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
• Uncharted 5: The Lost Legacy
• Tomb Raider: Rise of the Phoenix
• Ghost of Tsushima: Shadows of the Samurai
• Apex Legends: Battle for the Realm

Best RPG

Role-playing games (RPGs) continue to capture gamers’ imaginations with rich worlds, character-driven stories, and epic quests.

• Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
• Final Fantasy XVI
• Starfield
• Baldur’s Gate 3
• Tears of the Kingdom

Best Fighting Game

For fans of intense competition and fighting mechanics, the best fighting games of 2024 will be celebrated in this category.

• Mortal Kombat 1
• Street Fighter 6
• Tekken 8
• Dragon Ball FighterZ
• Guilty Gear Strive

Best Sports/Racing

The best sports and racing games are often a favorite among competitive players. These nominees represent the peak of these genres.

• EA FC25 (EA Sports)
• F1 2024
• NBA 2K24
• Forza Motorsport 2024
• WRC Generations

Best Family Game

Family-friendly games that can be enjoyed by players of all ages have their own category. This year’s nominees include a mix of adventure, puzzle, and party games.

• Super Mario Wonder
• Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga
• Pikmin 4
• Animal Crossing: New Horizons (DLC)
• Mario Party Superstars 2

Best Multiplayer Game

Multiplayer games have become essential to the modern gaming experience. This category celebrates the best multiplayer titles, from online shooters to co-op adventures.

• Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
• Fortnite: Battle Royale
• Apex Legends
• Diablo IV
• Brawl Stars

How to Vote in the Game Awards 2024

The voting process for the Game Awards 2024 is designed to let fans play an active role in determining the winners. Here’s how you can get involved:

• Audience Vote: 10% of the final tally comes from public votes, so every vote counts!
• Player’s Voice: This category is entirely audience-driven and consists of three rounds of voting beginning on December 2, 2024. You can participate in each round to help your favorite game secure the top spot.
• Where to Vote: Voting will be conducted through the official Game Awards website. You’ll need to create a free account to submit your vote.

Game Awards 2024 FAQs

Question: What time do The Game Awards start?

Ans: The Game Awards 2024 will begin on December 12th at 7:30 PM Eastern Time and run until 11:00 PM. The start time may vary based on your location.

Question: Where are The Game Awards 2024 held?

Ans: The event will take place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on December 12th. It will be streamed globally across multiple platforms.

Question: What game is most likely to win Game of the Year 2024?

Ans: Balatro and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth are among the most-discussed titles in Game of the Year conversations, with Balatro praised for its technical achievement and strong fan support.

Question: Where can I watch The Game Awards?

Ans: You can watch The Game Awards 2024 live on official streams across platforms like YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, TikTok, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Steam