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Astro Bot Secures Major Award, The Witcher 4 and Naughty Dog's Latest Project Announced as Highlights of The Game Awards Event
At the 2024 Game Awards gala, Astro Bot, PlayStation's beloved mascot platformer, emerged victorious in the esteemed "Game of the Year" category, as prominent studios revealed their forthcoming projects on the night. Notable announcements included Naughty Dog's new sci-fi undertaking, a glimpse of The Witcher 4, and a continuation of 2022's acclaimed Elden Ring.
Key Facts
Beyond the highly coveted "Game of the Year" award, Astro Bot also secured accolades for "Best Game Direction," "Best Action/Adventure Game," and "Best Family Game." In a heartfelt acceptance speech, Astro Bot's director, Nicolas Doucet, acknowledged the game's potential role as the first plaything for many children, while expressing gratitude to Nintendo and its iconic Mario series for inspiring its creation.
PlayStation manufacturer Sony cemented its position in the awards with the success of its surprise smash hit, Helldivers II. The shooter took home the titles of "Best Multiplayer Game" and "Best Ongoing Game."
The consistently critically acclaimed role-playing game, Metaphor: ReFantazio, dazzled with its numerous awards, including "Best Role Playing Game," "Best Narrative," and "Best Art Direction."
Indie sensation Balatro, the brainchild of a solo developer and a commercial and critical hit, swept the board with awards such as "Best Independent Game," "Best Debut Indie Game," and "Best Mobile Game."
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What Were the Major Announcements at The Game Awards?
The ceremony, like past events, was rich in high-profile unveilings from renowned studios, such as Sony's Naughty Dog, CD Projekt RED, From Software, and more. The night's most significant revelation came before the culmination of awards, as Naughty Dog introduced their new sci-fi endeavor, "Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet." Details about the game are limited, as it represents a new franchise for the studio, but its official website mentions Jordan A. Mun, a "dangerous bounty hunter," as the game's protagonist. The casting of Tati Gabrielle and Kumail Nanjiani was also unveiled. CD Projekt RED debuted a sneak peek into its forthcoming title, The Witcher 4, starring Ciri as the main character. FromSoftware unveiled Elden Ring Nightreign, a sequel to the 2022 "Game of the Year" winner, set for release next year. Nightreign seems to be a spinoff rather than a direct sequel to Elden Ring and is billed as a "co-op action survival game" instead of a role-playing game. Capcom announced two games that serve as follow-ups to legendary 2000s hits – the Onimusha action-adventure series and the critically acclaimed Okami. Onimusha: Way of the Sword will be the first major entry into the series in nearly two decades and set to release in 2026, representing a soft reboot instead of a sequel. Capcom also hinted at a forthcoming sequel to Okami, first released in 2006.
Digression
Grand Theft Auto VI, the highly anticipated sequel to the megahit franchise from Rockstar Games, was a notable absence from the night's prominent trailers and announcements. Although due for release in 2025, the title's follow-up to the blockbuster debut trailer has yet to materialize, despite notching up over 225 million views on YouTube.
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The Game Awards 2024 Winners' List and Game of the Year (Our Website)
At the 2025 Game Awards, there were hopes for a potential announcement of 'The Witcher 4', but the focus shifted towards recognizing past achievements. The beloved mascot platformer, Astro Bot, continued its winning streak, also being considered for 'Witcher 4' territory as 'Best Action/Adventure Game'. Naughty Dog, the studio behind the acclaimed 'Elden Ring', showcased their new sci-fi project, 'Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet', stirring excitement for a potential crossover with 'Witcher 4' or 'Astro Bot'.
Moreover, Sony's exclusive development company, Naughty Dog, explored sci-fi territory with 'Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet', adding more depth to the gaming landscape that 'Witcher 4' or 'Astro Bot' could potentially traverse in future collaborations.
