The 2024 Game Awards showcase has finally happened and the best game of the year has been announced. This year it was down to some amazing finalists but there could only be one winner.
The 2024 Game of the Year is – Astro Bot
Astro Bot achieved remarkable success at the Game Awards 2024, securing the prestigious title of Game of the Year. This accolade highlights its exceptional design and gameplay, distinguishing it from a competitive field that included notable titles such as Balatro, Black Myth: Wukong, and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.
Astro Bot’s victory is attributed to its innovative approach to platforming, offering a refreshing experience that resonates with both casual gamers and enthusiasts alike.
Critics have praised Astro Bot for its engaging mechanics and charming visuals, which contribute to its status as a standout title in 2024. We reviewed the game and gave it a 10/10 calling it “an instant PlayStation classic” and in the year of the 30th Anniversary of the PlayStation it seems like a fitting tribute.
The game not only captivated audiences but also garnered high ratings on review aggregators, solidifying its reputation as one of the best-reviewed games of the year.
Other big winners of the evening were:
Best Game Direction: Astro Bot
Best Independent Game: Balatro
Best Mobile Game: Balatro
Best Audio Design: Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2
Players Voice: Black Myth: Wukong
Best Art Direction: Metaphor: ReFantazio
Best Action Game: Black Myth: Wukong
Best Action/Adventure Game: Astro Bot
Best Ongoing Game: Helldivers 2
Best Community Support: Baldur’s Gate 3
Best Debut Indie Game: Balatro
Best VR/AR Game: Batman: Arkham Shadow
The Awards were viewed by over 100 Million people (for comparison the Oscars are viewed by around 19.5 million and the Superbowl by around 123 million) and were a great way to showcase some future releases:
