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LOS ANGELES, Dec. 11, 2024 — As the year draws to a close, IGN has revealed its much-anticipated list of nominees for the 2024 IGN Awards. This annual celebration highlights the best in games, movies, TV shows, and more, with winners to be announced starting Dec. 16 and culminating in a livestream on Dec. 20. The event promises to crown the top cultural milestones of the year, including the coveted Game of the Year award.
According to IGN, the awards reflect the collective judgment of their content team, responsible for curating the platform’s extensive coverage across various media. With an open invitation for audience participation, IGN has encouraged fans to vote for their favorites and share opinions in polls and comment sections. The nominees span a wide array of genres and platforms, showcasing the diverse landscape of pop culture in 2024.
Game of the Year: A Competitive Lineup
The competition for the Game of the Year title is fierce, featuring an eclectic mix of AAA blockbusters and innovative indie titles. Notable contenders include Black Myth: Wukong, celebrated for its stunning combat mechanics, and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, which builds on its franchise’s storied legacy. Other standout nominees include Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth, Silent Hill 2, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, the latter offering a thrilling narrative-driven adventure.
IGN also invites players to cast their vote among other nominees, such as Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown and Dragon Age: Veilguard. As stated by IGN, “We all played, watched, streamed, and read a lot of great stuff in 2024,” making the selection process an exciting yet challenging endeavor.
Cinematic Excellence: Best Movie Nominees
The cinematic world has seen remarkable achievements this year, with nominees for Best Movie of 2024 ranging from gripping science fiction to heart-pounding horror. Leading the pack is Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two, a cinematic spectacle praised for its breathtaking visuals and intricate storytelling. Horror enthusiasts have also been captivated by The Substance, while Alien: Romulus offers a thrilling return to the beloved franchise.
Other contenders include the musical epic Wicked, the eerie gothic drama Nosferatu, and the romantic sports drama Challengers. These films have not only entertained but also sparked conversations across genres, highlighting the diverse artistic achievements of 2024.
TV’s Golden Age Continues
The Best TV Series category showcases a vibrant array of storytelling, with nominees such as Fallout, Prime Video’s adaptation of the iconic video game series, and House of the Dragon: Season 2, which continues the saga of political intrigue in Westeros. Shogun, set in feudal Japan, has also garnered praise for its historical authenticity and compelling drama.
Fan-favorite series like The Boys: Season 4 and Arcane: Season 2 further highlight the breadth of television offerings this year. According to IGN, “These shows represent the apex of creative storytelling on the small screen, drawing millions of viewers worldwide.”
Anime and Comics Shine in 2024
The anime category is equally competitive, with Spy × Family: Season 2 and Oshi no Ko: Season 2 leading the charge. Other standout titles include Solo Leveling and Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, which have captivated audiences with their rich narratives and stunning animation.
In the realm of comics and graphic novels, Cormac McCarthy’s The Road has found new life in its illustrated adaptation, earning a nomination alongside acclaimed works such as The Power Fantasy and Transformers. These entries underline the medium’s continued evolution as a platform for innovative storytelling.
Exciting Prospects for Genre-Specific Awards
IGN’s genre-specific categories also highlight noteworthy achievements. In horror gaming, titles like Silent Hill 2 and Slitterhead promise to send chills down players’ spines. Meanwhile, RPG fans can look forward to a showdown between Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth, Metaphor: ReFantazio, and Dragon’s Dogma 2.
The action-adventure genre is led by titles like Black Myth: Wukong and Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, while shooters such as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and STALKER 2: Heart of Chornobyl dominate the competition. According to IGN, these games “demonstrate the breadth of creativity and technical prowess in the industry today.”
The awards also extend to platform-specific categories, with nominees for Best PlayStation Game, Best Xbox Game, and Best Nintendo Game celebrating the best exclusives of 2024. Titles like Astro Bot, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, and Super Mario Party Jamboree highlight the innovations of their respective platforms.
With winners set to be revealed throughout the week of Dec. 16, IGN’s comprehensive lineup ensures that fans of all mediums will have something to celebrate. As the IGN Awards continue to grow in prominence, they remain a barometer of excellence in gaming, film, television, and beyond.