The Golden Joystick Awards, one of the most important awards in the gaming world, announced the 2024 winners, celebrating titles that made a mark in the industry. The big highlight was “Black Myth: Wukong” , chosen as Game of the Year. The title impressed critics and players with cutting-edge graphics and innovative mechanics, consolidating itself as a reference in the action and fantasy genre.
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In addition to the main winner, the ceremony brought diversity among the nominees, with finalists such as “Silent Hill 2” , “Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth” and “Tekken 8” , reflecting the quality and breadth of recent productions.
Golden Joystick Awards Highlights
“Helldivers 2” dominates multiple categories
Among the big winners of the night, “Helldivers 2” shone in three categories: Best Multiplayer Game , Console Game of the Year and the prestigious Critics Award . The combination of tactical cooperation and engaging gameplay guaranteed recognition from the public and judges.
Furthermore, the award for Best Soundtrack went to “Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth” , which also won the statuette for Best Story . These recognitions reinforce the impact of the narrative and musical production on the immersive experience offered by the game.
Tribute to independents and creative design
On the indie scene, “Another Crab's Treasure” stood out as the Best Self-Published Indie Game , while “Balatro” received two awards: Best Indie Game and the title of Revelation Award for critics. These successes show the strength of independent studios in offering creative and striking proposals.
The award for Best Visual Design went to “Black Myth: Wukong” , which continues to impress with its graphic quality and innovative use of technology to bring to life a universe inspired by Chinese mythology.
Long-standing and technical recognition
The hardware category was also highlighted, with the Steam Deck OLED named Best Gaming Device . In terms of expansions, the long-awaited “Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree” was recognized as the Best Expansion , consolidating the lasting impact of the original game.
“Still Playing” category , which rewards games with continued relevance, Minecraft once again proved its global influence. In the mobile segment, the highlight was “Honkai: Star Rail” , reinforcing the growth of the games market for mobile devices.
Acclaimed adaptations and performances
“Fallout” series , based on the famous game of the same name, was elected Best Game-Based Production , highlighting the quality of adaptations in entertainment. On the other hand, in acting, the awards for Best Leading Actor and Best Supporting Actor went to Cody Christian and Briana White , both for their performances in “Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth” .
Complete list of winners of the Golden Joystick Awards 2024
- Best Audio Design : Astro Bot
- Best Soundtrack : Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth
- Best Narrative : Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth
- Best Multiplayer Game : Helldivers 2
- Best Visual Design : Black Myth: Wukong
- Best Indie Game : Balatro
- Best Indie Game (Self-Published) : Another Crab's Treasure
- Studio of the Year : Team Asobi (Astro Bot)
- Best Leading Performance : Cody Christian (Cloud, Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth)
- Best Supporting Performance : Briana White (Aerith, Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth)
- Revelation Award (Critics Choice) : Balatro
- “Still Playing” Award (Console & PC) : Minecraft
- “Still Playing” Award (Mobile) : Honkai: Star Rail
- PC Game of the Year : Satisfactory
- Console Game of the Year : Helldivers 2
- Most Anticipated Game for 2025 : GTA 6
- Critics Award : Helldivers 2
- Best Game Expansion : Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- Best Gaming Hardware : Steam Deck OLED
- Best Early Access Game : Lethal Company
- Best Game Trailer : Helldivers 2
- Streamers' Choice Award : Chained Together
- Best Game Adaptation : Fallout
- Game of the Year : Black Myth: Wukon
