Alan Wake 2: A Return to the Dark
Alan Wake 2 is a survival horror game developed by Remedy Entertainment and published by Epic Games Publishing. It follows the story of Alan Wake, a best-selling horror novelist who has been trapped in an alternative dimension for 13 years, as he attempts to escape by writing a horror story involving an FBI agent named Saga Anderson. The game features a dialogue tree system, a flashlight mechanic, and a 3D menu called the “Mind Place” that allows players to access Saga’s thoughts and clues.
Alan Wake 2 received critical acclaim upon its release on October 27, 2023, for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S. It was praised for its immersive storytelling, atmospheric visuals, and innovative gameplay. The game also won the Critics’ Choice Award at the Golden Joystick Awards 2023, and was nominated for the following categories at The Game Awards 2023:
- Game of the Year
- Best Game Direction
- Best Narrative
- Best Art Direction
- Best Score and Music
- Best Audio Design
- Best Performance (Ben Starr as Alan Wake)
- Best Ongoing Game
Baldur’s Gate 3: A Masterpiece of RPG
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a role-playing game developed by Larian Studios and published by Wizards of the Coast. It is the third main installment in the Baldur’s Gate series, which is set in the Forgotten Realms, a fantasy world of Dungeons & Dragons. The game allows players to create their own characters and explore a vast open world with turn-based combat and branching dialogue. The game also features a multiplayer mode that supports up to four players online or locally.
Baldur’s Gate 3 was released for Windows and Stadia on November 10, 2023, after a year of early access. It received universal acclaim from critics and fans alike, who hailed it as one of the best RPGs ever made. The game also dominated the Golden Joystick Awards 2023, winning seven awards, including the Ultimate Game of the Year. The game was nominated for the following categories at The Game Awards 2023:
- Game of the Year
- Best Game Direction
- Best Narrative
- Best Role Playing Game
- Best Multiplayer Game
- Best Community Support
- Innovation in Accessibility
The Game Awards 2023: How to Watch and Vote
The Game Awards 2023 will take place on December 9, 2023, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California. The show will be hosted by Geoff Keighley, the creator and producer of the event, and will feature live performances, world premieres, and special guests from the gaming industry and beyond. The show will also honor the winners of the 30 categories, which are decided by a combination of votes from a jury of media outlets and the public.
The public voting for The Game Awards 2023 is open until December 8, 2023, on the official website of the event, as well as on various platforms such as Google, Twitter, Discord, and TikTok. The winners will be announced during the live show, which will be streamed on more than 40 digital platforms, including YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, Twitter, and Steam.
