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2024 has been an amazing year for gaming. And as the year comes to an end, there are one last set of awards to give out, the Steam Game Awards. Despite its success at The Game Awards,Astro Botwon’t even be in contention due to its PlayStation exclusivity. So maybe we’ll finally seeBlack Myth: Wukongpick up a much deserved win for Game of The Year (GOTY).
Unlike other awards, the SGA is decided entirely by player votes, making it a true reflection of what the gaming community values.Black Myth: Wukongstill faces competition from the likes ofStalker 2,Balatro,Helldivers 2, andWarhammer 40K: Space Marine 2.
Astro Botwon’t be there to compete withBlack Myth: Wukongat the Steam Game Awards
The 2024 SGA Game of the Year nominees includeBlack Myth: Wukong,Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl,Balatro,Helldivers 2, andWarhammer 40K: Space Marine 2.Black Myth: Wukongis a visually stunning game inspired by Chinese folklore.Stalker 2is an atmospheric and gripping post-apocalyptic adventure, andBalatrostands out with its innovative poker-based mechanics.
Meanwhile,Helldivers 2andSpace Marine 2are loved by fans of cooperative and action-packed gameplay. This has been a phenomenal year for games so the competition is tough. ButBlack Myth: Wukongshould be a crowd favorite due to its widespread acclaim and cultural significance.
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Earlier this month,Astro Botclaimed Game of the Year at The Game Awards (TGA), but its absence from the SGA makes headlines for a different reason. As a PlayStation exclusive, it isn’t available on Steam, disqualifying it from the platform’s awards.
The fact that this game won “Game of the year” when only 1.5M people out of “65M PS5 sold” or just 2% even chose to purchase it is a complete joke 😂#TheGameAwardshas absolutely NOTHING to do with celebrating GAMING, and everything to do with propping up PlaystationTRUTH! 💯pic.twitter.com/v9K61g4DwS
Fans online pointed out thatAstro Botwonlargely due to biases in the votingsystem, which heavily favors jury-selected votes over public opinion. In comparison,Black Myth: Wukongwon the Player’s Voice award, a category solely decided by fan votes. This showed its massive popularity among gamers and the funny part is thatAstro Botwasn’t even in the final round.
Black Myth: Wukongdeserves so much success
Black Myth: Wukonghas had an exceptional year, selling over 20 million copies worldwide and topping Steam’s charts with record-breaking concurrent player counts on launch day. The game’s unique cultural narrative, rooted in Journey to the West, offers a refreshing perspective rarely seen in mainstream gaming.
I was a bit put off by Black Myth Wukong at launch – no map, invisible walls, terrible performance, blurry visuals, etc.Going back to it after the recent update – HOLY SHIT this should have won GOTY.One of the most epic games I’ve played in my life.pic.twitter.com/GNVxWTHvbX
But its journey has not been without challenges. It faced minor performance issues and had a steep learning curve, which contributed to its comparatively modest Metacritic score of 81. Despite these setbacks, its nomination at the SGA reaffirmsits status as a groundbreaking titlethat bridges cultural and creative boundaries.
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Beyond GOTY, the Steam Game Awards celebrate games across various categories, such as Labor of Love, Outstanding Visual Style, and Best Game on Steam Deck. This year’s nominees include standout titles likeBaldur’s Gate 3,Hades 2,Stardew Valley, andSilent Hill 2.
The voting period, which runs from December 19 to 31, also offers participants the chance to earn exclusive Steam stickers, adding a fun incentive for engagement.
Which games are you voting for at the Steam Game Awards? Let us know in the comments!
Daniel Royte
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As part of the FandomWire team, Daniel has followed the hero-shooter genre closely with a focus on titles like VALORANT, Apex Legends, and Marvel Rivals. You can also find him providing insight on the latest AAA titles from Elden Ring to GTA 6 and exploring the world of gacha games like Genshin Impact and Wuthering Waves. With more than 1,000 articles under his belt, you’ll need to look no further for a unique insight into every situation.If he’s not looking for the latest video game news, you’ll find him cheering on Ferrari in the race tracks of Formula 1 or at the theatres for the latest MCU releases.
