The biggest winners and most spectacular trailers of the Game Awards 2024
13/12/2024
Translation: machine translated
At the Game Awards, not only are many prizes awarded, but also lots of games are announced. Here you can find the biggest winners and losers as well as all the spectacular trailers from the show.
The Game Awards took place in Los Angeles on Thursday night for the eleventh time. The prestigious event honoured the best games of the year in a total of 30 categories. There were also many new game trailers and surprising (!) new announcements to marvel at.
These are the biggest winners and losers
The "Game of the Year" is "Astrobot" from the Japanese Asobi Studio. The platformer was able to prevail against strong competition in the most important category of the evening. Also nominated were: "Balatro", "Black Myth Wukong", "Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree", "Final Fantasy VII Rebirth" and "Metaphor: ReFantazio". In addition to the main prize, "Astro Bot" also took home the awards for "Best Game Direction", "Best Action Adventure" and "Best Family Game". The game was nominated in a total of seven categories.
The card game "Balatro" also won. The game, produced by solo developer LocalThunk, took home three awards: "Best Independent Game", "Debut Indie Game" and "Best Mobile Game".
The JRPG "Metaphor ReFantazio" also came out on top in three categories, making it one of the biggest winners of the evening: "Best Art Direction", "Best Narrative" and "Best Role Playing Game".
The studios behind "Helldivers 2" and "Black Myth Wukong" can also be satisfied. Both games earned two awards each ("Best Ongoing Game" and "Best Multiplayer", and "Best Action" and "Player's Voice" respectively).
The evening was a bitter one for the Polish developer studio Bloober Team and "Silent Hill 2". The remake of the horror classic was nominated in four categories and failed to win a single award. "Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree" also came away empty-handed despite three nominations. "Final Fantasy VII Rebirth" only made it to one award ("Best Audio") despite seven nominations.
You can find a list of all the winners on the Game Awards website.
These new games were announced
At the eleventh edition of the Game Awards, more new games were announced than has been the case for a long time. Below you will find an overview of all the announcements and trailers. There are also some huge surprises among them.
"Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet"
The big highlight of the announcements was the new game from Playstation studio Naughty Dog ("Uncharted", "The Last of Us"). It is a completely new franchise in a sci-fi setting. "Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet" has been in development since 2020. You play a bounty hunter who is stranded on an alien planet. The studio doesn't want to reveal any more. Studio boss Neil Druckmann ("The Last of Us") is once again directing. The lead role is played by Tati Gabrielle, who already had a part in the "Uncharted" film. Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross from Nine Inch Nails are responsible for the soundtrack.
Will be released sometime for PS5.
"The Witcher IV"
Developer studio CD Projekt Red has just announced that the next "Witcher" game is in "full production". Now the first CG trailer has been unveiled at the Game Awards. In "The Witcher IV", it is no longer Geralt but Ciri who plays the leading role. It is the beginning of a new "Witcher" saga with several games. The trailer suggests that Geralt will at least appear in the new trilogy. The fact that the trailer was created using Unreal Engine 5 on an as yet unannounced Nvidia GPU is also exciting.
Will be released somewhere.
"Okami Sequel"
In a complete surprise, Capcom has announced a sequel to the cult hit "Okami" (2006). It will be directed by the original creator of the game, Hideki Kamiya. Production of the game has only just begun, so a release date is still a long way off.
Will be released some time.
"Elden Ring Nightreign"
A co-op spin-off of "Elden Ring". It is not DLC, but a stand-alone game. The trailer also features bosses from older games by developer studio Fromsoftware.
Released 2025 for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
"Split Fiction"
Josef Fares presents the new co-op game from his Hazelight Studio. Two players take on the role of two authors. They are transported into their written sci-fi and fantasy works by a special machine. Like every game from Hazelight, it looks absolutely crazy.
Released on 06 March for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
"Project Robot"
Fumito Ueda, the creator of "Ico", "Shadow of the Colossus" and "The Last Guardian" announces a new project with a mysterious trailer. Not much more is known about the game.
Will be released someday .
"Project Century"
The "Like a Dragon" developer studio RGG is venturing into a completely new game series. And it looks absolutely fantastic. The game is set in Japan in 1915. In typical RGG fashion, there are lots of fights and a cool protagonist.
Will be released someday .
"New Virtua Fighter Project"
The legendary fighting game series returns. The game is also being developed by the "Like a Dragon" studio RGG. Together with "Project Century" and "Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii", the industrious Japanese company now has a total of three games in development.
Will be released some time.
"Turok Origins"
The dinosaur hunter is back! "Turok Origins" is the first new "Turok" game since 2008, this time not in a first-person perspective, but in a third-person perspective. The game can also be played in its entirety with up to three other players.
Will be released sometime for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
"Onimusha: Way of the Sword"
Another legendary game series celebrating its comeback. The last "Onimusha" game was released on the PS2. The gameplay in the dark Japanese fantasy setting is reminiscent of Souls games from Fromsoftware.
Released 2026 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
"Sonic Racing Crossworlds"
The shortest "trailer" of the show. Not much is known about the new Sonic Racing game.
Comes out "soon" for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC.
"Dispatch"
You play a former superhero who now assigns missions to other superheroes in an operations centre. The main roles are played by Aaron Paul ("Breaking Bad") and Laura Bailey ("The Last of Us Part II"). The adventure game comes from the development studio behind "The Wolf Among Us".
Released 2025 for consoles and PC.
"Rematch"
The development studio behind the fighting game "Sifu" is venturing into a new genre. "Rematch" is a stylish multiplayer football game. Unlike other sports games, the game features a third-person camera that is very close to the action.
Released 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
"Stage Fright"
A new co-op game from the "Overcooked" studio. In addition to chaotic "Overcooked" moments, the game will also feature levels with puzzles reminiscent of escape rooms.
Will be released sometime for consoles and PC.
"Blackfrost: The Long Dark 2"
The sequel to the survival hit "The Long Dark" is set to be bigger, better and tougher than the original. But you'll have to be patient until the release. Early access does not start until 2026.
Released 2026 for PC.
"Ninja Gaiden Ragebound"
"Ninja Gaiden" returns as a 2D sidescroller. The game is said to be based on the NES version of "Ninja Gaiden".
Released Summer 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC.
"Arad: Dungeon & Fighter"
An open-world action RPG in the "Dungeon & Fighter" universe. A little reminiscent of "Genshin Impact". The game is being developed in Unreal Engine 5.
Will be released sometime for consoles, mobile and PC.
"Shadow Labyrinth"
"Pac-Man" is back. Not with a colourful and family-friendly dexterity game, but with a dark Metroidvania.
Released 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC.
Trailers for games already announced
Games that have already been announced also received brand new trailers at the Game Awards. These include some high-calibre titles that many fans will be looking forward to.
"Borderlands 4"
After a short teaser at Gamescom, the first gameplay impressions of the looter-shooter from Gearbox Software will follow at the Game Awards. It definitely looks like "Borderlands"
Released 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
"Mafia: The Old Country"
The new "Mafia" game takes you to Italy. Apparently, you can also explore the beautiful open world on horseback.
Released in summer 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
"The Outer Worlds 2"
The new trailer for Obsidian's space RPG with a pinch of "Fallout" shows gameplay for the first time.
Released 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
"Thick as Thieves"
The new project from Warren Spector ("Deus Ex", "Thief: Deadly Shadows") feels like "Dishonored" with multiplayer. In the immersive sim, you sneak and steal your way as a thief through beautiful, open levels. The setting of the game is a steampunk city in a version of the 1910s, enriched with modern technology and magic.
Coming soon for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC.
"Helldivers 2: Omens of Tyranny"
With the new update in the co-op shooter "Helldivers 2" there are now also zombies. Awesome
Available now for PS5 and PC.
"Den of Wolves"
From the creator of "Payday" and "GTFO". A heist shooter in a futuristic sci-fi setting.
Will be released someday .
"Dave the Diver: In the Jungle"
In the new DLC, the chubby diver ends up in the jungle in search of new ingredients for his restaurant.
Released at the end of 2025 for PS4, PS5, Switch, PC and Mac.
"Crimson Desert: Pearls Abyss"
The action RPG is back with a new trailer and an approximate release date.
Released at the end of 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC and Mac.
"Game of Thrones: Kingsroad"
The open-world RPG looks like a faithful recreation of the fantasy world from the TV series.
Released 2025 for Android and iOS.
"Splitgate 2"
A multiplayer shooter with a special twist. You can teleport through the levels using portals.
Released 2025 for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC.
"Dying Light: The Beast"
In the new trailer for the open-world zombie shooter, there are story insights into the creation of the eponymous "beast" as well as some gameplay excerpts.
Released in summer 2025 for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC.
"Warframe: 1999"
The free-to-play online shooter is getting a major update that takes you back to the turn of the millennium.
Available now for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
"Slay the Spire 2"
The sequel to the surprise hit shows gameplay for the first time - and it looks pretty similar to the original game. Early access is set to start next year.
Released 2025 for consoles and PC.
"Palworld: Feybreak"
The new "Palworld" update brings new monsters and weapons. The map is said to be six times larger than the last "Sakurajima" update.
Released on 23 December for PS5, Xbox Series X/S and PC.
"The First Berserker: Khazan"
An action RPG in the "Dungeon & Fighter" universe. The new CG trailer shows an epic battle against a dragon.
Released on 27 March for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC.
"Tekken 8: Clive Rosfield DLC"
"Tekken 8" gets an unexpected new fighter: Clive Rosfiled from "Final Fantasy XVI".
Released on 16 December for PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch and PC.
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Domagoj Belancic
Senior Editor
Domagoj.Belancic@digitecgalaxus.chMy love of video games was unleashed at the tender age of five by the original Gameboy. Over the years, it's grown in leaps and bounds.