The Gaming Industry gathered in a dazzling ceremony to Honor the best and brightest in the world of video games at The Game Awards 2023. Hosted by industry luminary Geoff Keighley, the event featured a plethora of categories, each showcasing the outstanding achievements and innovations in gaming over the past year. From family-friendly adventures to intense esports competitions, the night was filled with excitement and anticipation. Let’s delve into the highlights of the evening:
Best Family Game Award:
Nominees:
- Disney Illusion Island
- Party Animals
- Pikmin 4
- Sonic Superstars
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Winner: Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Innovation And Accessibility Award:
Nominees:
- Diablo IV
- Forza Motorsport
- Hi-Fi Rush
- Marvel’s Spiderman2
- Mortal Kombat 1
- Street Fighter 6
Winner: Forza Motorsport
Best Esports Athlete Award:
Nominees:
- Faker
- Zywood
- Demon1
- Hydra
- Ruler
- Imperialhal
Winner: Faker
Best Esports Coach Award:
Nominees:
- Potter
- Zonic
- Gunba
- Xtqzzz
- Homme
Winner: Potter
Best Esports Event Award:
Nominees:
- 2023 League of Legends World Championship
- Blast.tv Paris Major 2023
- Evo 2023
- The International Dota 2 Championships 2023
- Valorant Champions 2023
Winner: 2023 League of Legends World Championship
Best Esports Game Award:
Nominees:
- Counter Strike 2
- Dota 2
- League Of Legends
- Pubg Mobile
- Valorant
Winner: Valorant
Best E-Sport Team Award:
Nominees:
- Evil Geniuses
- Fnatic
- Gaimin Gladiators
- JD Gaming
- Team Vitality
Winner: JD Gaming
Content Creator of The Year Award:
Nominees:
- Ironmouse
- Peoplemakegames
- Quackity
- Spreen
- SypherPK
Winner: Iron Mouse
Best Performance Award:
Nominees:
- Benstarr — Final Fantasy XVI
- Cameron Monaghan — Star wars Jedi: Survivor
- Idris Elba — Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
- Melanie Liburd — Alan Wake 2
- Neil Newbon — Baldur’s Gate 3
- Yuri Lowenthal — Marvel’s Spiderman 2
Winner: Forza Motorsport
Best Narrative Award:
Nominees:
- Alan Wake 2
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
- Final Fantasy XVI
- Marvel’s Spider Man 2
Winner: Alan Wake 2
Best Debut Indie Game Award:
Nominees:
- Cocoon
- Dredge
- Pizza Tower
- Venba
- ViewFinder
Winner: Cocoon
Best Action Game Award:
Nominees:
- Armored Core VI: Fires Of Rubicon
- Dead Island 2
- Ghost runner 2
- Hi-Fi Rush
- Remnant 2
Winner: Armored Core VI:Â Fires of Rubicon
Best Art Direction Award:
Nominees:
- Alan Wake 2
- Hi-Fi Rush
- Lies Of P
- Super Mario Bros, Wonder
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom
Winner: Alan Wake 2
Best AR/VR Award:
Nominees:
- Gran Turismo 7
- Humanity
- Horizon Call of The Mountain
- Resident Evil Village VR Mode
- Synapse
Winner: Resident Evil Village Mode
Best Mobile Game Award:
Nominees:
- Final Fantasy Vaii: Ever Crisis
- Honkai: Star Rail
- Hello Kitty Island Adventure
- Monster Hunter Now
- Terra Nil
Winner: Honkai: Star Rail
Best Audio Design Award:
Nominees:
- Alan Wake 2
- Dad Space
- Hi-Fi Rush
- Marvels Spiderman 2
- Resident Evil 4
Winner: Hi-Fi Rush
Games For Impact Award:
Nominees:
- A Space for The Unbound
- Chants Of Sennaar
- Goodbye Volcano High
- Tchia
- Terra Nil
- Venba
Winner: Tchia
Best Score & Music Award:
Nominees:
- Alan Wake 2
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Final Fantasy XVI
- Hi-Fi Rush
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom
Winner: Final Fantasy XVI
Best Independent Game Award:
Nominees:
- Cocoon
- Dave The Diver
- Dredge
- Sea Of Stars
- View Finder
Winner: Sea Of Stars
Best Community Support Award:
Nominees:
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Cyberpunk 2077
- Destiny 2
- Final Fantasy XIV
- No Man’s Sky
Winner: Baldur’s Gate 3
Best Fighting Game Award:
Nominees:
- God Of Rock
- Mortal Kombat 1
- Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2
- Pocket Bravery
- Street Fighter 6
Winner: Street Fighter 6
Most Anticipated Game Award:
Nominees:
- Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
- Hades II
- Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth
- Start Wars Outlaws
- Tekken 8
Winner: Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Best Ongoing Game Award:
Nominees:
- Apex Legends
- Cyberpunk 2077
- Final Fantasy XIV
- Fortnite
- Genshin Impact
Winner: Cyberpunk 2077
Best Adaptation Award:
Nominees:
- Castlevania: Nocturne
- Gran Turismo
- The Last of Us
- The Super Mario Bros. Movie
- Twisted Metal
Winner: The Last of Us
Best Action / Adventure Game Award:
Nominees:
- Alan Wake 2
- Marvels Spiderman 2
- Resident Evil 4
- Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom
Winner: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom
Best Sim/Strategy Award:
Nominees:
- Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp
- Cities: Skylines II
- Company Of Heroes 3
- Fire Emblem Engage
- Pikmin 4
Winner: Pikmin 4
Best Sports/Racing Award:
Nominees:
- EA Sports FC 24
- F1 23
- Forza Motorsport
- Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged
- The Crew Motorfest
Winner: Forza Motorsport
Best Multiplayer Award:
Nominees:
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Diablo IV
- Party Animals
- Street Fighter 6
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder
Winner: Baldur’s Gate 3
Player’s Voice Award:
Nominees:
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
- Genshin Impact
- Marvel’s Spiderman 2
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom
Winner: Baldur’s Gate 3
Best Game Direction Award:
Nominees:
- Alan Wake 2
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Marvel’s Spiderman 2
- Super Mario Bros Wonder
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom
Winner: Alan Wake 2
Game of The Year Award:
Nominees:
- Alan Wake 2
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder
- Resident Evil 4
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of The Kingdom
- Marvel’s Spiderman 2
Winner: Baldur’s Gate 3
