The Game Awards (TGA) is an annual ceremony that spotlights the video game and eSports industries. In 2023, the event occurred on December 8, featuring not only the announcement of top prizewinners but also a slate of new project reveals. This article highlights the most notable announcements from The Game Awards 2023.
Readers will find details about the titles that earned the night’s top honors at The Game Awards 2023.
Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons remake
The remake was announced as Brothers: A Story of Two Sons. The original game is a puzzle-filled adventure that earned wide acclaim from critics and a number of prestigious awards. Visually, the re-release presents more realistic graphics, yet the core gameplay remains faithful to the original experience from a decade ago. The release is planned for February 28, 2024, on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
Pony Island 2: Panda Circus
Continuing the 2016 title, Pony Island 2 promises a new phantasmagoric voyage through multiple eras. The gameplay will blend genres and shift with each level, offering a changing experience. The project is expected to release in 2025.
The rise of the golden idol
The Rise of the Golden Idol picks up as a direct sequel to The Case of the Golden Idol. Like its predecessor, it remains a pixel-art detective quest, featuring 15 investigations set against the 1970s backdrop filled with intrigue, crime, and darker undercurrents. A 2024 release is planned.
Usually June
A straightforward third-person action title with cartoon visuals, reminiscent of recent Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles entries. The player assumes the role of a modern teenage girl who confronts monsters from another dimension. The game is slated for 2025.
Arknights: Endfield
The latest trailer for Arknights: Endfield invites players to register for the beta test, starting January 24, 2024. The title blends RPG elements with third-person action for mobile and PC platforms.
Harmonium: the musical
Harmonium: The Musical stands out as a musical adventure featuring a deaf protagonist. Its art direction resembles contemporary animated films. A release date has not yet been announced.
Blown by the wind
Motion Twin, creators of Dead Cells, announced a roguelike named Windblown. Players will explore a perilous world either solo or with friends. The visuals lean toward a hand-drawn, cartoony aesthetic, and Windblown is planned for Early Access on PC in 2024.
Thrasher
Thrasher emphasizes strong audio and visual design. Its core mechanic evokes the classic Snake, guiding a wriggling eel that grows with progress while dodging obstacles and facing bosses. A release date remains to be announced.
Persona 3 Reload
The Persona 3 remake presents new gameplay footage that confirms its faithful revival of the original’s look and feel. The release is planned for February 2, 2024.
Metaphor: ReFantazio
Ahead of the Persona re-release, Atlus unveiled Metaphor: ReFantazio, a fantasy JRPG with distinctive worldbuilding and enemy designs. It is slated to arrive in stores in fall 2024.
Exodus
Exodus is an action RPG from Archetype Entertainment, a studio comprising former Bioware developers. The game evokes Mass Effect in its darker tone, and one character is voiced by actor Matthew McConaughey, who presented the project on The Game Awards 2023 stage. A release date has not been announced.
God of War: Ragnarok Valhalla
This free add-on for God of War: Ragnarok introduces a new story mode with roguelike elements. The DLC released on December 12, 2023.
Great walk
Co-op adventure by Untitled Goose Game creators, Big Walk takes players through an open world filled with puzzles and mini-games. A 2025 release is planned.
Prince of Persia The Lost Crown
The Prince of Persia series received a new trailer detailing its local narrative and gameplay. It remains an action platformer with a fresh protagonist connected to the series’ legacy. The demo version is scheduled for January 11, 2024.
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2
The second Hellblade entry introduces Senua to new mystical realms. The game is expected to retain the series’ psychological intensity while offering a darker, more atmospheric experience. A 2024 release window is noted.
No rest for the wicked
From Moon Studios, the minds behind the Ori series, No Rest for the Wicked is an isometric RPG with dynamic combat. It promises vibrant visuals and a distinctive visual style that captivates at first sight.
Dragon Ball Z: Sparks! Zero
A fighting game based on the Dragon Ball Z universe, featuring the franchise’s beloved heroes and villains. A release date has not been announced yet.
The Casting of Frank Stone
Set within the Dead by Daylight universe, The Casting of Frank Stone is developed by Supermassive Games, known for Until Dawn and The Dark Pictures. The narrative promises twists and a gripping story. A 2024 storefront release is planned.
Visions of Mana
Mana returns after a 15-year break in a vivid JRPG from Square Enix. The experience channels classic Final Fantasy vibes, with a 2024 release target.
O.D
Hideo Kojima unveiled a trailer for a project created in collaboration with Xbox Game Studios, described as a blend of game and cinematic experiences. Jordan Peele contributed to the project as a collaborator, adding a distinctive horror-film sensibility. Details remain scarce.
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Source: (VG Times)