TheIndie GameAwards announced its nominations on Tuesday and has revealed that Animal Well, Balatro, and many others are nominated for Game of the Year. It will be taking place on December 19.
Animal Well, Balatro, and More Nominated for Game of the Year
The Indie Game Awards, run by Six One Indie, will be streamed live on IGN and YouTube from 4pm Pacific on December 19. Many different categories have listed on theofficial website, including Game of the Year. They include the following:
Game of the Year
Debut Game
Notable Achievement in Accessibility
Visual Design
Bite-Sized Game
Innovation
Emotional Impact
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Gameplay Design
Community Management
Women-Led Game
Solo Development
In addition to these awards, individuals or organizations will be recognized for their Industry Impact and Storytelling abilities. Both award winners will be announced during the Indie Game Awards on December 19. The judges for this year’s Indie Game Awards, include outlets such as IGN and Giant Bomb, organizations like the International Game Developers Association, and content creators like Jake Steinberg and Steve Saylor.
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