Best PS5 Game:
Astro Bot took the crown for Best PS5 Game, proving once again that Team Asobi knows how to blend nostalgia with innovative gameplay. With its charming characters and inventive use of the DualSense controller, Astro Bot has not only captured the hearts of players but also set a high bar for what a platformer can achieve on the PS5.
Best New Character:
Eve from Stellar Blade was voted the Best New Character of the year. Her compelling backstory, combined with the game's stunning visuals, made her stand out in a sea of memorable characters. Eve's journey through a post-apocalyptic world resonated with fans, providing depth to the game's narrative.
Eve from Stellar Blade was voted the Best New Character of the year. Her compelling backstory, combined with the game's stunning visuals, made her stand out in a sea of memorable characters. Eve's journey through a post-apocalyptic world resonated with fans, providing depth to the game's narrative.
Best Story:
The Silent Hill 2 remake clinched the Best Story award, delivering a haunting narrative that was both a faithful tribute and a fresh take on the classic horror experience. Fans praised the game for maintaining the original's emotional depth while enhancing the storytelling with modern graphics and gameplay mechanics.
Best Graphical Showcase:
Black Myth: Wukong dazzled players with its visual splendor, earning it the title of Best Graphical Showcase. The game's environments and character designs were not only beautiful but also deeply immersive, pushing the boundaries of what's possible on the PS5.
Black Myth: Wukong dazzled players with its visual splendor, earning it the title of Best Graphical Showcase. The game's environments and character designs were not only beautiful but also deeply immersive, pushing the boundaries of what's possible on the PS5.
Best Art Direction:
Astro Bot again proved its versatility, taking home Best Art Direction with its vibrant, imaginative worlds that pay homage to PlayStation's history. Each level was a visual treat, filled with clever references and an artistic flair that appealed to gamers of all ages.
Astro Bot again proved its versatility, taking home Best Art Direction with its vibrant, imaginative worlds that pay homage to PlayStation's history. Each level was a visual treat, filled with clever references and an artistic flair that appealed to gamers of all ages.
Best Audio Design:
Also for Astro Bot, the Best Audio Design award was well-deserved. The game's use of sound, from the subtle textures of different environments to the dynamic feedback from the DualSense controller, created an auditory experience that was both playful and profound.
Also for Astro Bot, the Best Audio Design award was well-deserved. The game's use of sound, from the subtle textures of different environments to the dynamic feedback from the DualSense controller, created an auditory experience that was both playful and profound.
Best Soundtrack:
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth won hearts with its unforgettable score, earning the Best Soundtrack award. The music not only supported the game's epic narrative but also stood on its own as a masterpiece, evoking emotion and enhancing every moment of gameplay.
Best Use of DualSense:
Astro Bot was once more a standout, with the Best Use of DualSense award for its innovative integration of haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. The game turned the controller into an extension of the gameplay, making every interaction tactile and memorable.
Astro Bot was once more a standout, with the Best Use of DualSense award for its innovative integration of haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. The game turned the controller into an extension of the gameplay, making every interaction tactile and memorable.
Best Multiplayer Experience:
Helldivers 2 was celebrated for its cooperative gameplay, securing the Best Multiplayer Experience award. Its unique blend of strategy, chaos, and camaraderie made it a favorite among those looking for a team-based adventure.
Helldivers 2 was celebrated for its cooperative gameplay, securing the Best Multiplayer Experience award. Its unique blend of strategy, chaos, and camaraderie made it a favorite among those looking for a team-based adventure.
Best Expansion:
Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree DLC took Best Expansion, expanding the already vast world of Elden Ring with new lore, challenges, and environments that felt both familiar and new, keeping players engaged long after the base game's completion.
Best Independent Game:
Balatro won Best Independent Game with its unique take on roguelike mechanics mixed with poker elements. Its quirky style and deep gameplay made it a standout in the indie scene, captivating players with its originality.
Best VR Game: Resident Evil Village in its VR Mode was a terrifying triumph, earning the title of Best VR Game. The immersive horror experience was enhanced by VR, making every encounter with the game's creatures more intense and memorable.
Best Ongoing Game: Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail was recognized as the Best Ongoing Game, thanks to its continuous expansion and community engagement. Its latest updates brought new stories, gameplay mechanics, and quality of life improvements that kept players returning.
Best Accessibility Features:
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 was lauded for its Best Accessibility Features, with over 70 options designed to make the game accessible to a broader audience, from audio descriptions to high contrast modes.
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 was lauded for its Best Accessibility Features, with over 70 options designed to make the game accessible to a broader audience, from audio descriptions to high contrast modes.
Best Rerelease:
Although not specified in the latest awards, the concept of Best Rerelease often celebrates titles like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth for bringing classic experiences into the modern era with significant enhancements.
Although not specified in the latest awards, the concept of Best Rerelease often celebrates titles like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth for bringing classic experiences into the modern era with significant enhancements.
Best Sports Game:
Gran Turismo 7 revved into the top spot for Best Sports Game, providing an unparalleled driving simulation experience that felt both true to life and breathtakingly cinematic.
Gran Turismo 7 revved into the top spot for Best Sports Game, providing an unparalleled driving simulation experience that felt both true to life and breathtakingly cinematic.
Best Performance:
While this category wasn't explicitly mentioned in the recent awards, the performance of characters like Eve in Stellar Blade or any of the cast from Final Fantasy VII Rebirth could be highlighted for their impactful roles and voice acting.
While this category wasn't explicitly mentioned in the recent awards, the performance of characters like Eve in Stellar Blade or any of the cast from Final Fantasy VII Rebirth could be highlighted for their impactful roles and voice acting.
Most Anticipated Game of 2025 and Beyond:
Ghost of Yōtei by Sucker Punch was voted as the Most Anticipated Game for 2025 and beyond, promising to take players on another visually stunning and emotionally engaging journey through a samurai-inspired world.
Studio of the Year:
Team Asobi was crowned Studio of the Year for their work on Astro Bot, showcasing their ability to innovate and create games that are both technically impressive and universally loved.
Team Asobi was crowned Studio of the Year for their work on Astro Bot, showcasing their ability to innovate and create games that are both technically impressive and universally loved.
These awards represent the pinnacle of gaming on PlayStation for 2024, highlighting both the creativity of developers and the passion of players. Congratulations to all the winners for their outstanding contributions to gaming this year!
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