The much-anticipated Game Awards 2024 are less than a month away, and nominations are out! Every year, this thrilling event brings together gamers, developers, industry leaders, and fans to celebrate the titles that have kept us glued to the screen throughout the year. The awards celebrate masterful storytelling, jaw-dropping visuals, and innovative breakthroughs in the world of gaming—and this year is no different.

In anticipation of the event, the organizers have opened the floor to the public. Gamers and fans can vote for their favorite titles and nominees to improve their chances of winning. For fans who enjoy good-natured wagering, sportsbooks like betway have also opened betting lines on some of the top categories.

Let’s take a look at the nominee list and what the awards will look like in 2024:

Notable Titles That Made It on the List

Before we look at the nominees in each category, let’s acknowledge some standout titles.

In the coveted Game of the Year (GOTY) slot, gamers and fans were excited to see notable names like Metaphor: ReFantazio, Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree, Astro Bot, Black Myth: Wukong, Balatro, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth dominate the category.

Erdtree remains a controversial addition, given that it’s not a new game. Bettors will be scramming to see if it gets public support. Its winning will be interesting, to say the least.

Indie Games Make a Comeback

Everywhere you looked this year, there was a mainstream title doing the rounds. And while Indie games didn’t make it to the GOTY list this year, notable titles like Pacific Drive, Manor Lords, Lorelei and the Laser Eyes, Indika, Neva, and Double Exposure represent the sector in other categories. TV titles like Like a Dragon: Yakuza, Fallout, and Arcane are also up to bat.

Some Snubs We Couldn’t Ignore

No nominee list is complete without some snubs, and this year’s were shocking. Gaming fans had expected to see Asgard’s Wrath 2 nominated in a much more prestigious category, although the timing of its release saw it relegated to the VR/AR group.

Time is also why upcoming titles like Marvel Rivals, STALKER 2, and Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 failed to make it on the list this year but may be eligible in 2025.

But arguably, the biggest snub of 2024 is BioWare’s Dragon Age: The Veilguard, which, despite evident fan support, only made it to the Innovation in Accessibility category.

Metaphor The Game Awards 2024 Nominations | VGLeaks 2.0

All the Nominees

Commentary aside, though, the organizers did release a complete list of 2024’s nominees. The titles competing for gold in the biggest categories are:

Game of the Year

· Metaphor: ReFantazio
· Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
· Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree
· Black Myth: Wukong
· Balatro
· Astro Bot

Best Narrative

· Silent Hill 2
· Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
· Metaphor: ReFantanzio
· Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
· Final Fantasy VII Rebirth

Best Game Direction

· Metaphor: ReFantazio
· Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
· Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree
· Black Myth: Wukong
· Balatro
· Astro Bot

Best Independent Game

· UFO 50
· Neva
· Lorelei and the Laser Eyes
· Balatro
· Animal Well

Best Action/Adventure Game

· The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
· Star Wars Outlaws
· Silent Hill 2
· Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
· Astro Bot

Best Adaptation

· Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft
· Like a Dragon: Yakuza
· Knuckles
· Fallout
· Arcane

Best Esports Game

· Valorant
· Mobile Legends: Bang Bang
· League of Legends
· DOTA 2
· Counter-Strike 2

Best RPG

· Metaphor: ReFantazio
· Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
· Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
· Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree
· Dragon’s Dogma 2

Best Mobile Game

· Zenless Zone Zero
· Wuthering Waves
· Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket
· Balatro
· AFK Journey

Preparing for This Year’s Game Awards 2024

The Game Awards 2024 are slated for December 12 and will stream live on the Game Awards Website. As we anticipate the event, fans can hop onto betting platforms like Betway and vote for or wager on their favorite games and categories in real time.