The Game Awards 2023: Celebrating the Best in Video Games

Get the latest scoop on The Game Awards 2023! Read on to find out who the nominees are, what the categories are, and what to expect from this year’s show.

The Game Awards 2023: A Celebration of Gaming Excellence

The Game Awards is an annual event that celebrates the best in video games. This year’s show promises to be bigger and better than ever before, with a host of exciting new categories and nominees.

The Nominees: Who’s in the Running for the Top Prizes?

This year’s nominees for Game of the Year include some of the biggest and most popular games of the year, such as Deathloop, It Takes Two, Returnal, Psychonauts 2, and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. But that’s not all – there are plenty of other categories to keep an eye on, such as Best Game Direction, Best Narrative, and Best Art Direction.

What to Expect: The Show’s Format and Schedule

The Game Awards 2023 will be held on December 7, 2023, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. The pre-show is expected to start at 4:30 p.m. PT, with the main show kicking off at around 5:00 p.m. PT. The event will be streamed live on all platforms, so you can tune in from anywhere in the world.

Games for Impact: Recognizing Games That Make a Difference

One of the most important categories at The Game Awards is Games for Impact. This category recognizes games that have a profound impact on players and society as a whole, dealing with serious topics such as mental health, social issues, and environmental concerns. This year’s nominees include A Space for the Unbound, Chants of Sennaar, Goodbye Volcano High, Tchia, Terra Nil, and Venba.

Best Game Direction: Recognizing Creativity and Innovation

The Best Game Direction category at The Game Awards recognizes games that demonstrate exceptional creativity and innovation in game design, mechanics, and storytelling. The nominees for this category are selected based on how cohesive and well-rounded the game feels, and so rather than one specific aspect of a game, the game’s overall design is what matters.

Game of The Year: The Ultimate Prize

The Game of The Year category at The Game Awards is awarded to the game that delivers the best experience across creative and technical fields. The nominees for this category are selected based on how cohesive and well-rounded the game feels, and so rather than one specific aspect of a game, the game’s overall design is what matters.