Game Awards 2023 Nominations: Baldur's Gate 3 and Alan Wake 2 in the Lead
Game Awards 2023 Nominations: Baldur's Gate 3 and Alan Wake 2 in the Lead
As the anticipation for The Game Awards 2023 intensifies, the highly anticipated nominations have been unveiled. Leading the charge with an impressive eight nominations each are Baldur's Gate 3 and Alan Wake 2. Both titles stand as formidable contenders vying for the prestigious Game of the Year accolade alongside other strong contenders such as Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (with seven nominations), the Resident Evil 4 remake (garnering four nods), Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, each securing five nominations.
Nintendo emerges as the frontrunner among publishers, securing the most nominations with 15, closely followed by Sony with 13, Microsoft claiming 10 nominations (inclusive of Bethesda and Activision Blizzard nods), and Epic Games with nine nominations. The awards gala boasts a total of 31 categories, encompassing diverse accolades including the Best Adaptation category, featuring nominees such as Castlevania: Nocturne, Gran Turismo, The Last of Us, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, and Twisted Metal.
The spotlight also shines on deserving indie titles, including Cocoon, Dave the Diver, Dredge, Tchia, Viewfinder, Pizza Tower, and Hello Kitty Island Adventure, each earning well-deserved nominations. Notably, Cyberpunk 2077 2.0, on a path of redemption following its tumultuous launch three years ago, and its Phantom Liberty expansion, amassed a commendable four nominations.
The final results will be determined through a combination of fan votes and assessments from a jury comprising over 100 influential global media publications and influencer outlets. The ceremony, scheduled for December 7, promises an exhilarating live showcase where hosts are anticipated to swiftly present the awards, paving the way for exciting trailers, potentially including glimpses of titles like Grand Theft Auto VI. Game enthusiasts can catch The Game Awards live, eagerly awaiting the crowning of this year's gaming champions.