Steam Awards 2022: Nominees and Voting Window
Valve has revealed the finalists for the Steam Awards 2022, outlining a total of 11 categories and five contenders in each. The list highlights a diverse mix of titles across genres, showcasing the studio’s commitment to recognizing standout experiences from a wide array of developers.
Separately, the countdown for The Game Awards 2022 starts at 10:00 AM UTC on December 22, with justification for fans to align their schedules around the winter sale simultaneously. The voting period continues through 9:00 PM UTC on January 3, and winners are announced immediately after the vote closes. The winter sale itself runs until 9:00 PM UTC on January 5, offering substantial discounts across many titles during the event window.
Game of the Year:
VR Game of the Year:
Favorite Child:
A Friend Is Known in the Game:
Excellent Visual Style:
The Best Game You Didn’t Get:
Below are the nominees, carried over from earlier coverage.
Most Innovative Gameplay:
Best Soundtrack:
Best Game with an Excellent Story:
Make It Easy:
Best Game on the Go:
Earlier coverage noted GameSpot naming the top titles of 2022, while regional markets continued to push for growth opportunities in digital entertainment. In a broader industry move, Russia announced a goal to invest heavily in its video game sector through 2030 as part of its push to reach a global presence in gaming.
Source: VG Times