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LOS ANGELES, Dec. 15, 2024 — The Game Awards 2024 brought a wave of exciting announcements for PlayStation fans, and according to www.pushsquare.com, the gaming community wasted no time sharing their thoughts. Following the event, nearly 2,000 votes were cast by the Push Square community to determine the best announcements from the showcase. Spanning a wide range of genres and beloved franchises, the results offer a clear insight into which reveals generated the most excitement among fans.
Among 20 PS5-related announcements, 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐭 emerged as the overwhelming favorite, receiving more votes than many of the other top contenders combined. However, other major reveals such as 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝟒 and the long-awaited 𝐎𝐤𝐚𝐦𝐢 sequel also made a significant impact. Here’s a closer look at the top ten announcements that stole the show.
10. Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound
𝐍𝐢𝐧𝐣𝐚 𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧: 𝐑𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 kicked off the list with 26 votes, accounting for just 1% of the total. While it might not have topped the excitement charts, the return of the iconic hack-and-slash franchise still resonated with a core group of fans. The series has a storied history, and 𝐑𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 could mark a modern resurgence for Ryu Hayabusa’s adventures if executed well.
9. Split Fiction and 8. Project Century
𝐒𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 secured ninth place with 66 votes, closely followed by 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐲, which earned 67 votes — both receiving 4% of the overall tally. While details remain scarce for both titles, their intriguing teasers were enough to capture attention. 𝐒𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, in particular, seems to lean heavily into stylized storytelling, while 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐲 hints at a futuristic action-packed experience.
7. Mafia: The Old Country
In seventh place is 𝐌𝐚𝐟𝐢𝐚: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲, securing 68 votes (4%). A prequel to the critically acclaimed 𝐌𝐚𝐟𝐢𝐚 series, this title promises to revisit the origins of the franchise’s crime-ridden world. Fans of the original games will no doubt be eager to explore the story-driven narrative that 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 appears to offer.
6. Elden Ring: Nightreign
𝐄𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐧, the next expansion for the widely celebrated 𝐄𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐧𝐠, earned 82 votes (5%). FromSoftware’s dark, atmospheric worlds continue to captivate players, and the reveal of 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐧 reaffirmed the studio’s dominance in the action RPG genre. Although no release date was announced, anticipation for this expansion is already high among the Soulsborne community.
5. Project Robot
With 86 votes (5%), 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐨𝐭 landed in fifth place. This new IP, teased with a visually striking reveal, has generated curiosity despite limited information. According to Push Square, the title’s potential lies in its promise of blending mechanical combat with intricate narrative elements. More details are expected to surface in the coming months.
4. Onimusha: Way of the Sword
Capcom’s 𝐎𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐚: 𝐖𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐝 secured fourth place with 132 votes, representing 7% of the total. This announcement highlights Capcom’s ongoing efforts to revisit beloved franchises from its extensive catalog. 𝐎𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐚, which first debuted on the PlayStation 2, remains a fan-favorite action series, and the reveal of 𝐖𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐝 reignited excitement for its return. According to Push Square, Capcom’s decision to breathe new life into 𝐎𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐚 signals a strong commitment to its legacy titles.
3. Okami Sequel
𝐎𝐤𝐚𝐦𝐢 𝐒𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐥 claimed third place with 156 votes (9%). As stated by Push Square, 𝐎𝐤𝐚𝐦𝐢’s original release on the PlayStation 2 in 2006 cemented its place as a cult classic, beloved for its striking art style and immersive gameplay. Fans have been waiting nearly two decades for a proper follow-up, and while details remain sparse — including platforms and release timelines — the announcement alone was enough to make waves.
“It’s crazy to think that such a beloved property has gone almost two decades without a proper follow-up,”
Push Square added that Capcom’s renewed focus on fan-favorite franchises is a clear theme for the year, as evidenced by both 𝐎𝐤𝐚𝐦𝐢 and 𝐎𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐡𝐚 announcements.
2. The Witcher 4
In second place, 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝟒 made a massive impact, receiving 362 votes (20%). According to Push Square, the CG reveal trailer showcased stunning visuals, intense action, and emotional depth — all hallmarks of CD Projekt Red’s acclaimed storytelling. While fans were aware of the game’s development, the official announcement still came as a surprise to many.
CD Projekt Red’s decision to center the narrative around Ciri has sparked some debate among fans, particularly regarding the lore implications. However, as Push Square notes, 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝟑’s legacy as one of the greatest RPGs ever created has set high expectations for its sequel. Given the studio’s track record, confidence remains strong that 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝟒 will deliver another groundbreaking experience.
1. Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet
Taking the top spot with an overwhelming 632 votes (36%) is 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐭. Developed by Naughty Dog, this ambitious new IP represents a bold departure from the studio’s recent work on 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐔𝐬. The reveal trailer introduced a vibrant retro-sci-fi world and a compelling protagonist in Jordan, a no-nonsense bounty hunter.
According to Push Square, the announcement resonated deeply with fans, offering a fresh and unique vision from one of PlayStation’s premier studios. While details regarding its release remain unclear, the trailer’s polish suggests that the game is already well into development. Push Square speculates that a 2026 release is likely, given Sony’s current lineup and development timelines.
“Intergalactic ended up with more votes than most of the top ten put together. A clear winner.”
Naughty Dog’s reputation for delivering critically acclaimed titles has undoubtedly heightened expectations for 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐭. The game’s success at The Game Awards 2024 highlights the community’s eagerness to see what the studio can achieve in this bold new direction.
As The Game Awards 2024 comes to a close, the excitement surrounding these announcements continues to build. From long-awaited sequels like 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝟒 and 𝐎𝐤𝐚𝐦𝐢 to brand-new experiences like 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜, the event offered something for every type of gamer. According to Push Square, the overwhelming response to Naughty Dog’s latest project solidifies its position as one of the most anticipated releases in the coming years.