December 13th 2024.
The Game Awards have come to a close, and it's safe to say that this year's event was one for the books. Geoff Keighley, the organizer and presenter, outdid himself with an impressive anniversary celebration. From the first trailers of highly-anticipated games like The Witcher 4 and Naughty Dog's latest project, to a plethora of unexpected reveals, this was undoubtedly one of the best Game Awards shows in its ten-year history.
In case you missed it, we've gathered all the top stories from the award ceremony below. And trust us, there's a lot to cover. But before we dive into that, let's take a moment to appreciate the overall enjoyment of the event. The show was seamless, and the number of exciting trailer premieres kept us on the edge of our seats. It was truly a night to remember.
Of course, with all the buzz around what was shown, it's also worth mentioning what wasn't. Fans were disappointed to see no sign of the highly-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 or GTA 6. But let's not dwell on what we didn't see and focus on what we did.
As expected, Nintendo had a minimal presence at the Game Awards, with their only official involvement being a paid ad for Zelda: Echoes Of Wisdom. However, the director of Sony's Astro Bot made a passionate advertisement for Nintendo's games during his acceptance speech for Game of the Year.
Surprisingly, Xbox was also underrepresented at the event. Apart from a trailer for Obsidian's The Outer Worlds 2, the only other mention was a stealth advert for Indiana Jones And The Great Circle, where Harrison Ford himself appeared on stage to announce an award winner.
But if there was one company that dominated the night, it was Sony. Astro Bot won four awards, including Game of the Year, and the grand finale was the announcement of Naughty Dog's new game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet.
Now, let's talk about the most exciting part of the Game Awards - the big announcements. There were plenty of surprises, and we couldn't be more thrilled. From the follow-up to It Takes Two, titled Split Fiction, to a secret new game from the creator of Ico and Shadow Of The Colossus, there was no shortage of excitement.
And let's not forget the highly-anticipated trailer for The Witcher 4, which revealed the main character, who surprisingly, is not Geralt. But despite all the excitement, fans couldn't help but wonder - where was the second trailer for GTA 6?
Unfortunately, it seems we'll have to wait a bit longer for that. The chances of a second trailer being released this year are slim, especially since Rockstar usually gives ample warning for new trailer premieres. The fact that it's been over a year since the first trailer for GTA 6 was released is concerning, as fans fear the game may be delayed until 2026.
But let's not lose hope just yet. Rockstar is known for their unpredictability, so there's still a chance we'll see the trailer this year. But at this point, it's safe to say that we shouldn't hold our breath.
Moving on to what was actually announced, even though we didn't get any updates on Resident Evil 9 or Tomb Raider, we were treated to a first look at The Witcher 4, a new Elden Ring game, Naughty Dog's next project, and the sequel to It Takes Two and The Last Guardian.
What's even more exciting is that most of these announcements came with gameplay footage, which is a significant improvement from previous Game Awards shows. It's safe to say that the future of gaming looks bright.
In conclusion, the Game Awards 2024 was a night to remember, filled with surprises, excitement, and of course, a few disappointments. But hey, you win some, you lose some. We can't wait to see what the next Game Awards has in store for us. In the meantime, be sure to stay connected with us through email, social media, and our newsletter for all the latest updates. And if you have any thoughts or opinions, feel free to leave a comment below or use our Submit Stuff page to make your voice heard.
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