Game Awards 2023. The winners have been announced!

The Game Awards 2023 nominees were announced on November 15, 2023. The show will be held on December 7, 2023, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California.

• Iconic awards
• Baldur’s Gate 3- a guaranteed winner?
• Other categories and nominees of Game Awards 2023

Update 08.12: Winners are here!

As expected, the game that has dominated the field is Larian’s Baldur’s Gate 3. It not only secured the Game of the Year title but also triumphed in other categories. The game excelled in Best Performance (Neil Newbon), Best Community Support, Best Multiplayer, Best RPG, and Players’ Voice, garnering recognition for its outstanding achievements. There’s no denying that this brilliant RPG deserves the praise!

Here’s the list of the chosen categories and games that won the awards:

• Most Anticipated Game
  • Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Square Enix)
• Best Esports Game
  • Valorant (Riot Games)

Update 07.12: Final nominees for Players’ Voice Award

It comes as no surprise to see Baldur’s Gate 3 on this list. It also includes the much-anticipated DLC for Cyberpunk 2077, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Tears of Kingdom, and the immensely popular Genshin Impact.

• Baldur’s Gate 3
• Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
• Genshin Impact
• Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
• The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

The celebration of the best 2023 games will kick off very soon. Make sure to find some free time to watch the broadcast hosted by Geoff Keighley at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET on Thursday, December 7. The event will last about three hours and is going to include a pre-show.

Furthermore, the hosts have arranged a delightful musical surprise for the audience. We will have the pleasure of experiencing a performance by Old Gods of Asgard, the fictional band from Alan Wake, brought to life by the talented Poets of the Fall. Coupled with the eagerly awaited trailers for upcoming releases, The Game Awards promises to be an exquisite feast for all gaming enthusiasts!

Where can you watch The Game Awards? You may head to either YouTube or Twitch. There’s also the possibility of watching the event on The Game Awards social media profiles.

Iconic awards

The Game Awards is an annual awards ceremony honoring achievements in the video game industry. Established in 2014, the shows are produced and hosted by game journalist Geoff Keighley, who worked on its predecessor, the Spike Video Game Awards, for over ten years. The Game Awards is widely considered to be one of the most prestigious awards shows in the video game industry, and is often referred to as the “Oscars of video games.”

The Game Awards ceremony is typically held in December, and features a mix of awards presentations, musical performances, and world premiere trailers for upcoming video games. The show is also known for its celebrity presenters and guests, who have included actors, musicians, and athletes.

Golden Joystick Awards 2023 winners

The biggest nominees for Game of the Year are Alan Wake 2, Baldur’s Gate 3, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, Resident Evil 4, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

Baldur’s Gate 3- a guaranteed winner?

Baldur’s Gate 3 has unquestionably captured the hearts of gamers worldwide. The extraordinary efforts put forth by Larian Studios have been duly recognized with an impressive tally of 7 prestigious Golden Joystick awards. This captivating fantasy RPG is imbued with all the essential elements that guarantee a resounding victory: an engaging storyline that keeps you enthralled, memorable characters that leave a lasting imprint on your imagination, and a seemingly infinite array of gameplay possibilities that truly push the boundaries.

Given its undeniable prowess, it wouldn’t be overly bold to anticipate the title securing the most coveted Game Awards of this year. Truly a testament to the brilliance and craftsmanship of the creators!

Other categories and nominees of Game Awards 2023

Let’s take a closer look at some of the categories and their nominees. It’s quite evi­dent that this year’s best games are a diverse bunch, but some times (like the aforementioned Baldur’s Gate 3 ) keep re-appearing.

Best Performance

• Ben Starr – Clive Rosfield in Final Fantasy 16
• Neil Newbon – Astarion in Baldur’s Gate 3
• Cameron Monaghan – Cal Kestis in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
• Yuri Lowenthal – Peter Parker in Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
• Idris Elba – Solomon Reed in Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty
• Melanie Liburd – Saga Anderson in Alan Wake 2

Best Audio Design:

• Alan Wake 2
• Resident Evil 4 Remake
• Dead Space Remake
• Marvel’s Spider-Man 2
• Hi-Fi Rush

Best Action Game

• Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon
• Remnant 2
• Remnant 2
• Dead Island 2
• Ghostrunner 2
• Hi-Fi Rush

Best Fighting Game

• Mortal Kombat 1
• Street Fighter 6
• Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2
• Pocket Bravery
• God of Rock

Most Anticipated Game

• Tekken 8
• Hades 2
• Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
• Star Wars Outlaws
• Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth

Best SIM/Strategy Game

• Advanced Wars 1+” Re-Boot Camp
• Company of Heroes 3
• Pikmin 4
• Cities: Skylines 2
• Fire Emblem Engage

Baldur’s Gate 3: The long-awaited sequel to the classic RPG

Best RPG

• Baldur’s Gate 3
• Sea of Stars
• Starfield
• Final Fantasy 16
• Lies of P

Best Family Game

• Disney Illusion Island
• Sonic Superstars
• Party Animals
• Pikmin 4
• Super Mario Bros. Wonder

For now, we have to brace ourselves and wait for December 7, 2023. Which games will win? Make sure to come back to this article once we learn who took Game Awards 2023 home!