Tears of the Kingdom and Baldur’s Gate 3 outshine others at the Game Developers Choice Awards with seven nominations each
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The nominations for the 24th annual Game Developers Choice Awards (GDCA) have been announced, and two of the biggest games this year are up for the most awards. There are some smaller contenders in the mix.
Baldur’s Gate 3andThe Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdomare both up for seven awards each, tying for first place. Coming in at third is the atmospheric puzzle gameCocoon,and, while this puzzle game may be smaller than the two big hitters that are vying for first place, it shouldn’t come as a massive surprise given that it’s from the lead gameplay designer ofLimboandInside.
All three of these titles are also in the running for the coveted Game of the Year award. Alongside these,Dave the Diver,Dredge, andMarvel’s Spider-Man 2have also been nominated. This nomination may be another good chance forMarvel’s Spider-Man 2to actually come away from an awards ceremony with a prize, as even with seven nominations at The Game Awards, it came away with no wins.
Across the board, there are 16 games that were released last year and nominated for various awards, includingAlan Wake 2,Hi-Fi Rush,andAssassin’s Creed Mirage.
You’ll be able to see who’s won and who’s lost these awards on March 20 at the ceremony, which is being held in San Francisco’s Moscone Convention Center in conjunction with the Independent Games Festival Awards.
If you always want in on the action, then there is a chance for normal players to participate in the voting. AnAudience Award ballotis also available for you to vote on, so you can help choose which of the 16 nominations deserves the top spot.
For more fantastic games from big and small studios, be sure to check out thebest story gamesas well as thebest indie gamesthat are available right now.
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